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ALAMOD CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT

3942 B PEMBROKE RD, Hollywood FL 33021 · 954-544-3525

Last inspected Feb 20, 2026 · 11 visits since April 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats24
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1624189
Grade history
DEC 24
MAR 25
MAY 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1) 3 live roaches on wall above handwashing sink in kitchen. 2) 1 live roach in unplugged reach in cooler in kitchen. 3) 2 live roaches on shelf above employee handwashing sink in kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025026320Mar 20, 2025Apr 9, 2025$400

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Feb 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On prep table in kitchen, under no temperature control, cooked turkey (64F - Cold Holding). Per manager, not prepared or portioned today and out of cooler approximately 45-60 minutes. Manager placed turkey back in cooler to rechill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands at triple sink. Reviewed proper procedures with employee to always use hand sinks only.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food stored on floor. Container of fryer oil and case of chayote squash on floor in prep area.
Basic/08B-38-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Bottom microwave opposite walk in cooler has food debris buildup.
Basic/22-08-4
Sep 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken wings stored above raw beef in cook line flip top cooler. Operator reorganized
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Can of lubricant oil stored on dry storage shelf. Operator properly stored
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in men's restroom. Operator refilled
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at cook line
Basic/23-24-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed at glass top slider at front counter
Basic/14-69-4
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handle of spatula stored in container of akra. Operator removed
Basic/10-06-5/Corrected On-Site
May 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In kitchen fliptop lower cooler, cooked ground beef (51F - Cooling); cooked turkey (55F - Cooling; cooked goat (54F - Cooling). Per manager all items prepared on 5-21 and in unit overnight. See stop sale.
High priority/03D-02-5/Warning
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In kitchen white reach in cooler, container of raw chicken above bagged raw peppers and carrots. Employee rearranged for proper separation.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In kitchen fliptop lower cooler, container of raw chicken wings above container of cooked turkey. Manager rearranged for proper separation.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 1) In kitchen fliptop lower cooler, cooked ground beef (51F - Cooling); cooked turkey (55F - Cooling; cooked goat (54F - Cooling). Per manager all items prepared on 5-21 and in unit overnight. 2) In kitchen fliptop lower cooler, raw marinated fish (51F - Cooling); raw marinated chicken wings (55F - Cooling). Per manager, both items prepared and marinated on 5-21 and in unit overnight.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In kitchen fliptop lower cooler, raw marinated fish (51F - Cooling); raw marinated chicken wings (55F - Cooling). Per manager, both items prepared and marinated on 5-21 and in unit overnight. See stop sale.
High priority/03D-07-5/Warning
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Large cooking pot on floor under steam table.
Basic/24-26-4/Warning
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in contact with sugar in bulk container on back dry storage shelf.
Basic/10-01-5/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Both microwaves in back prep area have food debris buildup.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. 1) Bulk container of sugar on kitchen prep table not labeled. 2) Bulk container of sugar on back dry storage shelf missing label.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
May 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 21, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 21, 2025 · Same- Time Extended
Gasket in reach in cooler under flip top in poor repair.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 21, 2025 · Same- Time Extended
Mar 20, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1) 3 live roaches on wall above handwashing sink in kitchen. 2) 1 live roach in unplugged reach in cooler in kitchen. 3) 2 live roaches on shelf above employee handwashing sink in kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 10 rodent droppings in box on rack next to clean containers in kitchen.
High priority/35A-04-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Cases of oils stored on floor in kitchen. Manager elevated.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Gasket in reach in cooler under flip top in poor repair.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Dec 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning/Return visit Dec 13, 2024 · Next unannounced Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket at cook line flip top in poor repair
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Dec 13, 2024 · Next unannounced Time Extended
Dec 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Handwash sink at front counter in disrepair. Unable to be used to adequately wash hands.
Intermediate/31A-07-4/Warning
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket at cook line flip top in poor repair
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line flip top. Operator started to clean
Basic/22-16-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
May 21, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw shell eggs stored above bags of carrots and cabbage in walk in cooler. Manager inverted.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Admin Complaint
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Spoon stored in kitchen hand wash sink Employee removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink front counter. Manager provided.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Bucket of Pikliz stored on floor in walk in cooler. Manager elevated.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in a freezer. Bags of peas, Shrimps fries, passion fruits purée in Haier not frozen. Per Manager food items in unit less than 4 hours. Manager moved items to freezer display case front counter.
Basic/03A-05-5/Corrective Action Taken
Apr 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked rice in walk in cooler. Operator removed raw shell eggs.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen used to stored equipment.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
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 meat sauce stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, sauce cooked on 04/03/24 in the morning.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Food stored on floor. Observed various food items stored on kitchen floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic/51-18-6
Stored food not covered. Observed an uncovered container with meat sauce stored in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.