CIBAO DOMINICAN RESTAURANT LLC
1491 N PALM AVE, Pembroke Pines FL 33026 · 3057733764
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 10 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Operator print and posted procedures
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Operator print and posted procedures
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink next to prep table used to store utensils
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser at handwash sink next to ice machine unable to dispense paper towels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee placed drinks on bottom shelf
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee removed ice scoop
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together.
Feb 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit present
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.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser next to ice machine not dispensing paper towels
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Feb 4, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Dec 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef stored in container with raw chicken at refrigerator.
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. -Observed raw chicken stored over raw goat meat in Frigidaire freezer.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed chef touch detergent bottle while engaging in food preparation without changing gloves. After brief education, employee then changed her gloves and wash hands.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwashing sink at front line blocked with rolling food cart. Operator removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wiring cloths stored inside hand wash sink. Operator removed cloths sink.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed at 12:45 p.m., no date marked on cooked pork stored in refrigerator. Per operator, pork cooked yesterday morning.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at dishwashing area.
Food stored on floor. -Observed bag with oregano stored of storage floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed cases with takeout containers stored on dry storage floor.
Sep 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chlorine 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 at cook line.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Feb 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 eel sauce stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, sauce made on 02/08/2025
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with cooking oil and bag with rice stored on dry storage floor.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -Observed light in cook line area with no shield.
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -Observed employee drinking water stored on top shelf in walk in cooler not identified or segregated.
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with sauces stored on dry storage floor.
Stored food not covered. -Observed an uncovered container with precooked crab meat stored in reach in freezer.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged.
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. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef,fish and squid in Frigidaire Freezer.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed cooked frozen brown rice. Transfer from freezer.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl used to dispense rice at storage area.
Food stored on floor. Observed container with rice stored on dry storage floor.
Jan 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In-use rice scoop in standing water at 81F.
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. -Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish in Frigidaire freezer.
Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Several in-use tongs stored on oven door.
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.