CILANTRO ASIAN BISTRO
1719 E HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD, H FL 33009 · 3058019070
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Manager time marked 2PM-6PM
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023065177 | Nov 1, 2023 | Dec 6, 2023 | $400 |
| 2--2023022680 | Mar 27, 2023 | May 18, 2023 | $200 |
| 2--2018041238 | Jul 18, 2018 | Aug 29, 2018 | $720 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener with buildup of debris. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Employee forgot to change time stamp with new batch of rice,
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed employees pulling frozen fish to cooler to thaw without removing from reduced oxygen package. Operator removed.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee food in low boy cooler at cook line.
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Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed build up on walk in cooler floor, under shelves.
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of ginger stored directly on the floor.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Mold like build up at soda gun and holster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on rear of cook line countertop. Operator is using Duct tape which only holds accumulated crumbs and food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of stand up freezer with buildup of food debris.
Feb 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice buckets stored directly on the floor.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in front.
No soap provided at handwash sink by dish area. Operator provided.
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Off by more than 2°F.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the the sanitizer,Chlorine 0 PPM. Operator primed to accomplish. Corrected to 100 ppm chlorine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed Escolar removed from freezer earlier today, still in reduced oxygen package. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at rice station, rice paddles stored in water 87F.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Oct 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee began work and proceeded to handle clean containers without washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing. Employee washed hands correctly.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Container of raw pork stored above containers of limes and lemons in walk in cooler. Manager inverted.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1) Sautéed Stations X2--; Bean Sprouts (41-50F - Cold Holding. 2) Appetizers Station-; Cooked Pork Dumpling (39-51F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed pans overfilled. Manager removed top portions. and stored in walk in cooler to quick chill.
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. Employee date marked during inspection. 1PM-4PM.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to triple sink. Employee replaced during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink next to triple sink. Employee replaced during inspection.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors because it's broken. Employees bathroom.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. Manager removed during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen chicken thawed in standing water in prep sink next to walk in freezer. Manager removed water and stored in Walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep table in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Working containers of Tempura Flour removed from original container not identified by common name.
Feb 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Cut vegetables stored in non food grade basket in walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw shell eggs stored above uncovered container of vegetables in walk in cooler. Manager inverted.
1 Ceiling tile and 1 ceiling vent soiled with dust and mold-like substance.
2 Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield.
Cases of sauces stored on floor in walk in cooler. Employee elevated.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in prep area. Manager discarded during inspection.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance and grease.
Sep 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw chicken stored above container of raw shrimps in walk in freezer. Manager inverted.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Cooked chicken mixed with pieces of raw chicken in cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip Top-; Shrimp dumplings (42-50F - Cold Holding); Vegetable dumplings (41-51F - Cold Holding). Per cook food items in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed pans overfilled. Cook take top trays to walk in cooler to quick chill.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine 200PPM. Employee remade to 100PPM.
2 cutting boards soiled with mold-like substance. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Employees bathroom.
Gallons of oils stored on floor next to stove in kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield. 2 light shields missing in warewashing area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee handle raw chicken and proceeded to grab a clean container with cooked shrimp Tempura without first removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hands correctly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw beef stored above box of celery in walk in cooler. Manager inverted.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Light shield damaged/in disrepair above dishwashing machine.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Nov 2, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 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. Containers of raw chicken stored above containers of wonton dough I walk in freezer. Employee inverted.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. In dish pit above dishwashing machine.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind soup station and wall behind sushi station.
Nov 1, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Containers of raw chicken stored above containers of wonton dough I walk in freezer. Employee inverted.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Appetizer Station-; 1) Shrimp Tempura (50F - Cold Holding) Chicken dumplings (49F - Cold Holding. Per Manager food items in unit more than 4 hours. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Appetizer Station-; 1) Shrimp Tempura (50F - Cold Holding) Chicken dumplings (49F - Cold Holding. Per Manager food items in unit more than 4 hours. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale. 2) Cooked sushi rice balls (50F- Cold Holding) Per Manager food item in unit less than 4 hours from walk in cooler. Chef moved back to walk in cooler to quick chill.
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. Manager time marked 2PM-6PM
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl without handle in containers of ground white pepper and curry powder. Manager removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Appetizer Station flip top in cook line across from fryer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tong stored on oven door. Chef removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water 100F. Manager emptied and add boiling water.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. In dish pit above dishwashing machine.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimps stored in standing water. Employee removed water and placed in walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind soup station and wall behind sushi station.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep table throughout kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Working containers of oil removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled squeeze bottle of oil.
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.