AREPASMANIA AT PEMBROKE PINES LLC
11401 PINES BLVD STE #512, Pembroke Lakes FL 33026 · 954-342-9395
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -Observed hotel and restaurants license expired on 12/01/2024.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink next to 3Compartment sink used to store sanitizer bucket
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
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Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Feb 2, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Tape used to repair Ice machine.
Oct 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over cases with unwashed vegetables in walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over flat bread in refrigerator drawers. Operator relocate flat bread to walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pico cold held at 44F at front line refrigerator. Per operator, item transfer from walk in cooler 1 hour prior to the inspection. Operator placed item in walk in cooler for quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains hot held in front line steam table at 126F. Per operator, plantains cooked 30 minutes before the inspection. Operator increase the temperature on the unit.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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 cooked beans stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, beans cooked yesterday more than 24 hours.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with cleaning chemical at dishwashing station.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Tape used to repair Ice machine.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking from an open cup at cookline area.
Jul 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed pico and chicken salad cold held at 44F in front line cooler. As per operator, items transfer from walk in cooler to front line cooler 2.5 hours prior to the inspection. Operator place ice packs on items for quick chill.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed sanitizer bucket stored inside handwash sink in kitchen. Operator removed bucket.
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 1 employee.
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 cooked chicken and beef stored in walk in cooler. As per operator, both items cooked on 07/19/2025.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap in kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing in kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. -Observed container with food items stored on walk in cooler floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Dec 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing in kitchen area.
Dec 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -Observed hotel and restaurants license expired on 12/01/2024.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. -Observed quaternary sanitizer at 3 compartment sink at 00 ppm. Operator changed sanitizer. Final reads at 200 ppm.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. In kitchen
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 cooked peas, chicken and beef stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, items cooked more than 24 hours ago. Operator correctly dated marked items.
Ceiling tile missing in kitchen area.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. -Observed employee drinking from an open container in food prep area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At ice machine
Stored food not covered. -Observed an uncovered container with cooked peas stored in walk in cooler from yesterday. Operator covered.
Jul 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. -Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs and then touch ready to eat arepas without changing gloves and wash hands. After brief education, employee then charged gloves and wash hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container with raw chicken stored over sauces in walk in cooler.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed food manager certification expired Diego Castillo 05/11/2018.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed handwash sink at front line used as dump sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed at 11:15 a.m. no date marked on cooked chicken stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, chicken cooked before 10:00 a.m yesterday.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Observed employee open cup with tea stored on food preparation table.
Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk in cooler floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front line.
Stored food not covered. Observed an uncovered container with meat sauce stored in walk in cooler.
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed food manager certification expired on 05/11/2023
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed several unlabeled spray bottles with cleaning chemicals at dishwashing station.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on AC vents and ceiling tiles throughout kitchen area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee open drinks cup stored on food preparation table.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking from an open container at prep station.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gasket in disrepairs.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers with various food items stored on walk-in cooler floor
Nov 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed handwash sink in kitchen area used to stored spray bottle. Operator removed
No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels in kitchen. -
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed at 1:05 p.m. no date marked on cooked chicken and beef stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, both items were cooked yesterday morning. operator correctly date marked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed several unlabeled spray bottles with cleaning chemicals at 3 compartment sink.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed cases with forks and knives stored on floor at front line.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink in kitchen.
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.