APROPO
12801 W SUNRISE BLVD F-837, Sunrise FL 33323 · 305.932.2727
Last inspected Feb 5, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in mop bucket next to mop sink in kitchen. Killed washed and sanitized area during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
6 cases · $2,110
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025086276 | Oct 8, 2025 | Jan 26, 2026 | $200 |
| 2--2020010084 | Feb 25, 2020 | Mar 23, 2021 | $400 |
| 2--2019053438 | Oct 10, 2019 | Feb 4, 2020 | $250 |
| 2--2018029856 | May 8, 2018 | Jun 28, 2018 | $360 |
| 2--2015036653 | Aug 10, 2015 | Oct 19, 2015 | $300 |
| 2--2015010799 | Feb 2, 2015 | Apr 16, 2015 | $600 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Feb 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Containers of sauces stored on floor in Walk in cooler.
Feb 4, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee handled raw beef and raw chicken changed gloves but failed to wash hands to initiate task working with cooked foods. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Opened case of raw chicken stored above cases of raw beef in walk in cooler. Manager inverted.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in mop bucket next to mop sink in kitchen. Killed washed and sanitized area during inspection.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Lowboy-; Raw Shell Eggs (53F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food item in unit less than 4 hours. Observed item sitting on prep table at room temperature upon arrival and was placed in lowboy to quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1) Cold Holding unit-; Shredded Cheese (66F - Cold Holding) Per Manager food item in unit less than 4 hours. Item not prepared or portioned today. Observed unit turned off. Manager turned unit on and add ice to quick chill. 2) Double Drawers under flat top-; Ham (60F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (66F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Manager add ice to quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot Box-; Spinach Empanadas (110-120F - Hot Holding); Beef Empanadas (115-125F - Hot Holding) Per Manager food items in unit less than an hour. Manager reheated.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks secured during inspection.
Containers of sauces stored on floor in Walk in cooler.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Working containers of flour removed from original container not identified by common name. Labeled during inspection.
Oct 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In the hot holding unit at the front counter beef empanada (127F - Hot Holding). Observed operator reheat to 173F.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scale in hand wash sink. Operator moved.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink at back does not have paper.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Nov 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above pickle in low boy cooler across from steam table. PIC removed and stored appropriately.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed feta cheese (42F -cold holding ); corn (42F - Cold Holding); pico (42-46F - Cold Holding); ham (54F at 3:10 - Cooling since 2:40); hard boiled eggs (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator, items have been out of temperature for approximately 10mins. Operator voluntarily discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in hot holding unit across from grill cooked bean (111F - Hot Holding). Per operator item has been out of temperature for approximately 20mins. Reheated to 172F.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed Employee beverage stored with restaurant items in low boy cooler across from grill. PIC removed and stored appropriately.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter. PIC removed and stored appropriately.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizer solution at front counter.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together.. PIC discarded and made sanitizer solution.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed +200ppm. Corrected to 50ppm.
Oct 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed cut tomatoes (47F@ 2:35 - Cooling since 10:00); cut lettuce (45-47F @ 2:35- Cooling since 10:00am ). See stop sale.
Aug 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw Philip steak stored above cooked shrimp in low boy freezer at front counter.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed cut tomatoes (47F@ 2:35 - Cooling since 10:00); cut lettuce (45-47F @ 2:35- Cooling since 10:00am ). See stop sale. Observed Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food reheating for hot holding not heated to a minimum temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in all parts. Observed beans (81F - reheating since 10:00). See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham slices (44F- cold holding). Per operator, item has been out of temperature for approximately 1 hour. PIC placed item in cooler to rapid cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed cut tomatoes (47F@ 2:35 - Cooling since 10:00); cut lettuce (45-47F @ 2:35- Cooling since 10:00am ). See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food reheating for hot holding not heated to a minimum temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in all parts. Observed beans (81F - reheating since 10:00). See stop sale.
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. Observed no proof of training for Abraham L, Juliet G and Vanessa A.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired training for Eduardo G.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food. Observed Equipment handle not stored above strawberry. PIC removed handle.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoop stored in standing water 58F. PIC discarded water.
Feb 28, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Feb 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee touching raw beef then proceeded to hand crepe without washing hands or changing gloves.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hard boiled eggs (46F - Cold Holding). Per operator, item was taken from walk-in cooler approximately 10am. Operator placed ice on eggs to rapid cool. Second temperature 41F.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwashing sink removed from front counter.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed employee employed 2 days with no proof of being informed of their reporting responsibilities. Manager reviewed and signed form with employee.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. - Prep area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl use to dispense flour next to ice machine.
Food stored on floor. - WIC Observed : - Tubs of chicken stored on floor - Bucket of lettuce stored on floor Employee removed and stored appropriately.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at ice machine and ice holding unit. Manager removed and stored appropriately.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed equipment handle not stored above diced mangoes and strawberries.
Oct 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter. Food warmers Observed white rice (81F - Hot Holding); quinoa (64F - Hot Holding). Per operator, items were prepared this morning. Food was unable to hold temperature as warmers were being stored in a cooler which prevented them from cooling. Warmers were placed at a different location to allow reheating.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Back of house next to ice machine. Observed tub of flour with a no handle cup used as scoop.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Front counter Observed opened bottle of employee water on prep table next to carnival king warmer. Manager removed.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter fountain drink ice storage. Observed in use ice scoop handle not stored above ice. Manager placed scoop handle above ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Pastry station at front counter. Observed pastry serving tong being stored over cupboard handle. Employee removed
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.