DERRYS FAMILY RESTAURANT
6569 PEMBROKE RD, Hollywood FL 33023 · 9549625006
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
SEP 24
NOV 24
AUG 25
JAN 26
JUL 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 54 points better than where it started.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1) 3 Small flying insects in kitchen garbage can. 2) 1 Small flying insects landing on wall in kitchen. 3) 3 Small flying insects in garbage can next to dishwashing machine. 4) 1 small flying insect landing in opened container of sugar in kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024056558 | Sep 25, 2024 | Feb 3, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2022019749 | Apr 19, 2022 | Jun 20, 2022 | $400 |
| 2--2021054071 | Oct 7, 2021 | Jan 18, 2022 | $200 |
| 2--2019011099 | Feb 21, 2019 | Mar 26, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Kitchen Manager not wearing a hair restraint.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at Hand Wash Sink in dish room.
Jul 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in prep cooler, French Toast batter with raw shell eggs, stored above pasteurized egg whites. Operator relocated batter.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prepared items with date marks until original plastic wrap removed. Then no date marks. Place sticker on the pan. Observed sausage, hotdogs, open cheese, grouper, pork chops, etc. all 25-36 hours since preparation, no date marks.
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 grouper in reduced oxygen packaging starting to defrost. Operator removed from package and coached accordingly.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Kitchen Manager not wearing a hair restraint.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at Hand Wash Sink in dish room.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go cups stored improperly at front counter. Operator corrected.
Jan 21, 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
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No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at warewashing machine.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the sanitizer.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Open dumpster lid.
Aug 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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. Steam Table- Cooked Sausage (82-90F - Hot Holding) Per chef food item in unit less than 1 hour. Chef reheated.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine chemical test kit
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Cook replaced
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. 2 Light shields missing in kitchen.
Nov 25, 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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Smoked Sausage (50F - Cold Holding); Sliced Cheese (58F - Cold Holding). Per Cook food item on prep table less than 4 hours. Observed items on table with light ice. Manager moved to reach in cooler to quick chill.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Employee cleaned.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee opened ice tea can stored on top shelf in Duckers Reach in cooler. Manager removed.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored on floor at entrance of kitchen. Employee stored upside down during inspection.
Sep 26, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1) Hood Soiled. 2) Shelf under steamer soiled. 3) Shelf under prep table soiled 4) Stove top soiled. 5) Shelves on rack next to entrance door of kitchen soiled. 6) Top shelf with clean dishes next to fryer soiled.
Sep 25, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1) 3 Small flying insects in kitchen garbage can. 2) 1 Small flying insects landing on wall in kitchen. 3) 3 Small flying insects in garbage can next to dishwashing machine. 4) 1 small flying insect landing in opened container of sugar in kitchen.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1) 1) 11 rodent droppings on can of gravy in dry storage shelf next to dishwashing area. 2) 2 Rodent droppings under rack in dry storage next to dishwashing area.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam Table- Cooked Sausage (95-120 - Hot Holding) Cooked Sausage Link (90-123F - Hot Holding) Per cook food items in unit less than 2 hours. Cook reheated.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer bucket 200 PPM. Cook remade to 100ppm.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink.
No hot water provided at handwash sink/three-compartment sink/mop sink when dishmachine is running.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee provided.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. 1 Light shield missing in kitchen.
No hot running water at mop sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1) Hood Soiled. 2) Shelf under steamer soiled. 3) Shelf under prep table soiled 4) Stove top soiled. 5) Shelves on rack next to entrance door of kitchen soiled. 6) Top shelf with clean dishes next to fryer soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Entire kitchen walls soiled.
Oct 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened more than 24 hours not date marked. Manager date marked 10-15-23
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimps thawed in standing water in prep sink. Manager stored under running water.
Oct 4, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 3, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish Machine sanitizing at 0ppm chlorine. Operator washing dishes in dish machine but using 2 compartment sink to sanitize dishes until equipment can sanitize to proper minimum strength. Establishment has no 3 compartment sink. No plan review on file for establishment.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stainless steel refrigerator in hallway next to cook line; American chesse (60F - Cold Holding). Per operator, American cheese delivered less than 4 hours ago. Operator moved to another reach in cooler to quick chill. Foods not prepared or portioned today.
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. Emailed procedure to manager
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/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in ladies restroom. Operator provided
Ceiling light fixture soiled above steam table in cook line.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead on floor in men's restroom.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water next to vegetable oil tank in ware washing area.
Ice machine reflector soiled inside ice machine, operator clean and sanitized during inspection.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in ware washing area. Operator hang to dry during inspection.
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