CHOPSTICKZ EATERY
6068 MIRAMAR PKWY, Miramar FL 33023 · 954-404-9131
Last inspected Jun 19, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed live maggots inside open can of meat waste stored on bottom shelf of prep table by back door. No evidence of flying inspectors observed at time of inspection. Operator discarded.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. 16 seats in front of take out counter. 2 customers eating at time of inspection.
Jun 18, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Container of Tamsulosin medication stored on shelf above flip top in kitchen. Operator removed.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed live maggots inside open can of meat waste stored on bottom shelf of prep table by back door. No evidence of flying inspectors observed at time of inspection. Operator discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. No time mark on rice, sprouts, and egg wash at kitchen prep table. Per operator items were removed from cooler less than 2 hours ago. Operator time marked.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cooked chicken (100F - Cooling for 15 minutes at 1:15, 96F at 2:05) cooling at ambient room temperature of 94F. At current rate of cooling, item will not reach 70F within 2 hour window. Operator moved to reach in cooler to increase rate of cooling.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cellphone on back prep table. Operator removed.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. 16 seats in front of take out counter. 2 customers eating at time of inspection.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Two knifes stored in between soiled prep tables near microwave.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Multiple soiled wiping clothes stored on food prep tables across kitchen and back prep areas.
Dec 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Manager labeled glass cleaner spray bottle during inspection.
Bag of rice stored on floor next to large white chest freezer in storage room. Manager elevated.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. 1 ceiling tile shows water damage in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen pork thawed in standing water in triple sink. Employee removed during inspection.
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Manager replaced during inspection.
Handle of black refrigerator is broken
Sep 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handle of black refrigerator is broken.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood Soiled.
Jul 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap after switching from raw chicken to cooked chicken. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employees washed hands correctly.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense corn starch. Manager removed.
Handle of black refrigerator is broken.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood Soiled.
Jan 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Container of raw beef stored above box of fries in large chest freezer. Manager inverted.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, dust. Hood soiled
Jul 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 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/Sumching Yuen-04-18-2024 Expired
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense flour. Employee removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood soiled
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Mar 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Containers of raw fish stored above case of egg rolls in chest freezer in storage area. Manager inverted.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Oct 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pan stored in hands washing sink in kitchen. Manager removed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Manager labeled degreaser bottle during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables throughout kitchen. Manager stated in sanitizer bucket.
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.