Pembroke Pines, Broward County

PRIME MEALS

12221 PEMBROKE ROAD, Pembroke Pines, FL 33025

FoodNon-Seating
Latest violations
12
1 High Priority
Nov 17, 2025
City
Pembroke Pines
County
Broward
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
13

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Nov 17, 2025

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 7Total: 12

35A-02-7

Detail 24193349

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found -Observed 3 live flying insects in mop sink area. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

22-02-4

Detail 24193347

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of black substances buildup on cutting boards at prep station.

31A-11-4

Detail 24193351

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a wet wiping cloth stored in hand wash sink.

31B-02-4

Detail 24193343

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.

02C-02-5

Detail 24193342

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on rice stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, rice cooked on 11/15/2025.

14-09-4

Detail 24193344

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

16-55-4

Detail 24193340

Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.

08B-38-4

Detail 24193345

Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with seasoning stored on kitchen floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk in freezer floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk in cooler floor.

36-24-5

Detail 24193350

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes in walls throughout kitchen.

38-01-4

Detail 24193341

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed a light shield missing in kitchen area. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

08B-12-5

Detail 24193346

Basic - Stored food not covered. -Observed an uncovered container with gravy stored in walk in cooler.

21-12-4

Detail 24193348

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth in kitchen not stored in sanitizer solution between uses.

Aug 6, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 4Basic: 5Total: 12

01B-01-4

Detail 23933597

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 3 badly dented cans of black beans, condensed milk and kidney beans at dry storage area. Operator informed and a stop sale issued.

35A-02-7

Detail 23933591

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 live flying insects in dishwashing area. Operator killed and sanitized areas Corrected On-Site

08A-05-6

Detail 23933593

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over milk in walk in cooler. Operator removed eggs to bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 23933592

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade.

31A-09-4

Detail 23933594

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed hand wash sink block with rolling food cart. Operator removed cart. Corrected On-Site

31B-03-4

Detail 23933599

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator replenished. Corrected On-Site

41-17-4

Detail 23933602

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with cleaning chemical in kitchen. Operator labeled bottle. Corrected On-Site

08B-21-5

Detail 23933596

Basic - Employee used visibly soiled food thermometer to measure food temperatures without first cleaning the thermometer. Observed operator used soiled thermometer to check cooked chicken.

35B-02-4

Detail 23933600

Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed a bug zapper installed in above food preparation table in kitchen. Corrected On-Site

38-01-4

Detail 23933595

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed a light shield missing in kitchen are. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 23933601

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup on can opener blade.

02D-01-5

Detail 23933598

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed baking powder removed from the original container not labeled. Operator label. Corrected On-Site

Dec 12, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 6

31B-02-4

Detail 23416845

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator replenished Corrected On-Site

02C-02-5

Detail 23416843

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on various food items stored in walk in cooler. Per operator all items cooked and placed in unit more than 24 hours.

08B-38-4

Detail 23416844

Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed ice pack used to chill food items stored on walk in freezer floor.

38-01-4

Detail 23416846

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -Observed a light shield missing in kitchen area.

25-05-4

Detail 23416847

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed cases with takeout containers stored on dry storage floor.

42-01-4

Detail 23416842

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Repeat Violation

Aug 21, 2024

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 6Total: 10

01B-01-4

Detail 23083167

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Observed 1 badly dented can at dry storage area, operator informed and stop sale issued. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

35A-02-6

Detail 23083168

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -Observed 3 live flying insects landing on mop sink.

22-02-4

Detail 23083170

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup on preenex mixer head. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

31A-11-4

Detail 23083176

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed food container stored inside hand wash sink at cookline.

50-09-4

Detail 23083169

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

16-55-4

Detail 23083172

Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Establishment not using current dishwashing machine. 3 compartment sink in used.

35B-01-4

Detail 23083174

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

08B-38-4

Detail 23083175

Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with drinks stored on walk in cooler floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk in freezer floor. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

25-05-4

Detail 23083171

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed cases with takeout containers stored on dry storage floor.

36-27-5

Detail 23083173

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on walls in prep station

Mar 14, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 7

01B-01-4

Detail 22718652

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 badly dented can with cranberry sauce on diy storage shelf. Repeat Violation

08A-20-5

Detail 22718647

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground bison and raw fish stored in same container at walk in cooler. Operator removed fish. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 22718649

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade. operator wash and sanitizer. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

16-55-4

Detail 22718651

Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishwashing machine in used. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 22718648

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed various food items stored on walk in cooler floor. Operator removed Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 22718650

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 22718653

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed black mold like substance buildup on walk in cooler exterior and gaskets.

Jan 23, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 5Total: 9

01B-01-4

Detail 22581993

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Observed 3 badly dented can of cream of mushroom and baby corn in dry storage. Operator informed and stop sale issued.

22-02-4

Detail 22581990

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade.

31A-11-4

Detail 22581996

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bottle with cleaning chemical stored in handwash sink at cookline. Operator removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site

02C-02-5

Detail 22581997

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on various sauces stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, sauce made on 01/19/2024.

50-09-4

Detail 22581998

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

16-55-4

Detail 22581991

Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishwashing machine not in used.

08B-38-4

Detail 22581992

Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk-in freezer floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk-in cooler floor. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 22581995

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Observed heavy ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

10-01-5

Detail 22581994

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -Observed scoops with handle stored in various seasonings containers. Operator removed Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Aug 29, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 3

22-41-4

Detail 22240795

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer found at 00 ppm. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-29: Time Extended

03G-50-1

Detail 22240794

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Basic - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination different than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-29: Per operator, at this Time Machine used only for wrapping and hydraulic process. No special process at this time.

36-32-5

Detail 22240796

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in storage area. . Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-29: Time Extended

Jun 14, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 2Basic: 9Total: 14

22-41-4

Detail 22058032

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer found at 00 ppm. Warning

35A-02-6

Detail 22058039

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -Observed 1 live flying insect in prep area. Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 22058040

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw chicken stored over peas and dressing in walk in cooler. Operator removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

03G-50-1

Detail 22058036

Intermediate - Basic - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination different than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 22058030

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed hand wash sink used as dump sink, evidence by large waste food particles found inside. Warning

36-32-5

Detail 22058034

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in storage area. . Warning

13-03-4

Detail 22058038

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -Observed 1 employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On-Site Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 22058041

Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with pancakes mixture stored on dry storage floor. -Observed bags with rice stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly Corrected On-Site Warning

10-06-5

Detail 22058031

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. -Observed scoop with handle stored in seasoning container. Operator removed scoop. Corrected On-Site Warning

31B-04-4

Detail 22058028

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -Observed no handwash sign at a hand washing sink in kitchen. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 22058037

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on walk in cooler and freezer in dishwashing area. Warning

25-05-4

Detail 22058033

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed cases with takeout containers stored on dry storage floor. Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 22058035

Basic - Stored food not covered. -Observed a uncovered container with tomato paste stored in walk-in cooler. Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 22058029

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed seasoning removed from the original container not identified by common name. Operator label container. Corrected On-Site Warning

Apr 26, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

53B-02-5

Detail 21959815

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-26: At the time of callback inspection, no proof of employees training certification available. Admin Complaint

21-07-4

Detail 21959814

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 00ppm). Operator made new , chlorine sanitizer at 100 ppm Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-26: At the time of callback inspection, several in-use wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizer solution . Admin Complaint

Feb 9, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 6Total: 10

12A-29-4

Detail 21774640

High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching pants, and cell phone with same gloves, while mixing flour and sugar. After instructed, employee discarded gloves and washed hands. Corrected On-Site

08A-02-6

Detail 21774641

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. WIF- bags of bread next raw fish. Operator placed fish under RTE food Corrected On-Site

11-07-5

Detail 21774637

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Poster provided Corrective Action Taken

53B-02-5

Detail 21774636

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

24-06-4

Detail 21774643

Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Cleaning utensils on dirty containers, Employee removed utensils and containers to be wash Corrected On-Site

12B-07-4

Detail 21774642

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed several employee drinks on prep table around kitchen area . Operator removed all. Corrected On-Site

40-06-5

Detail 21774645

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee Cell phone on prep table in kitchen area. Employee removed Corrected On-Site

08B-47-4

Detail 21774644

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Several boxes of food, inside WIF, employee removed boxes to place on shelves Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 21774638

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters along cook line.

21-07-4

Detail 21774639

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 00ppm). Operator made new , chlorine sanitizer at 100 ppm Corrected On-Site

May 25, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

03G-50-1

Detail 21108855

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Basic - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination different than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-25: Time Extended

36-37-5

Detail 21108854

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-25: Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 21108853

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-25: Time Extended

Mar 23, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

Intermediate: 3Basic: 4Total: 7

03G-50-1

Detail 20951155

Intermediate - Basic - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination different than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.

53A-01-7

Detail 20951159

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.

53B-01-5

Detail 20951154

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

36-37-5

Detail 20951158

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.

50-09-4

Detail 20951160

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

13-03-4

Detail 20951156

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -Observed employee preparing food in kitchen no hair restraint or beard guard.

08B-38-4

Detail 20951157

Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed boxes of frozen sweet plantains on floor in walk in freezer.

Sep 24, 2021

Food-Licensing Inspection

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 5Total: 6

29-34-4

Detail 20536210

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.

36-36-4

Detail 20536206

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. -Observed ceiling tiles missing in main dining room. -Observed water damage stains on ceiling tile in main dining/wait station.

36-22-4

Detail 20536209

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -Observed standing water on floor in food preparation area in kitchen.

33-19-4

Detail 20536211

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. -Observed trash/discarded boxes on ground within dumpster enclosure.

23-03-4

Detail 20536207

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed walk in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like build up in kitchen.

33-16-4

Detail 20536208

Basic - Open dumpster lid. -Observed dumpster lid open.