DON RODONE, INC
3383 SHERIDAN ST, Hollywood FL 33021 · 954-210-0215
Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 10 visits since April 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on bin of flour next to fryer on cook line in kitchen.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,620
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025081051 | Nov 5, 2025 | Mar 3, 2026 | $300 |
| 2--2024062666 | Oct 22, 2024 | Dec 5, 2024 | $400 |
| 2--2019040809 | Jul 18, 2019 | Nov 1, 2019 | $920 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee washed, rinsed, and sanitized utensils and cutting board without washing hands before removing them from sanitizer sink. Reviewed proper procedures for handling sanitized items and employee washed hands going forward.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In left fliptop lower cooler, raw prepped steak above cooked tripe. Employee rearranged for proper separation.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At kitchen hand sink.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup in bulk flour container. Employee removed cup.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife between fliptop units at make line. Employee removed and washed knife.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Bag of raw beef and bag of prepared marinade both thawing at room temperature on back prep table. Both still frozen. Employee moved both to refrigerator.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour container missing label.
Jan 7, 2026Inspection 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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No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator unable to provide for 2 new employees. Provided to operator
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing red substance at ware washing area not labeled. Operator labeled degreaser
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Operator closed
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed limes stored above ready to eat sauces in reach in cooler. Operator reorganized
Nov 6, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 5, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches inside of oven on cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 5 live roaches inside of drip pan area under right side cook line flip top. Observed 1 live roach on ground under right side cook line flip top
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut tomatoes (45F-49F - Cold Holding) being held in bowl on top of pans in cook line flip top. Operator states item was moved into bowl approximately 1 hour ago. Tomatoes not prepared or portioned today. Operator added to cooking item
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand wash sink. Operator provided
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing red substance at ware washing area not labeled. Operator labeled degreaser
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach inside of oven on cook line in kitchen. Observed 1 dead roach on ground under right side cook line flip top in kitchen Observed 1 dead roach on ground under left side flip top on cook line in kitchen. Observed 1 dead roach inside of right side cook line flip top in kitchen
Jul 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Plastic handle thank you bag used in direct contact as a cover for food. Operator removed and covered with food grade wrap
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth sanitizer tested at 200+ppm chlorine. Operator remade and retested at 100ppm chlorine
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink used to rinse wiping cloth. Discussed with operator
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked roast beef prepared yesterday not date marked, operator date marked
Feb 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Operator cleaned and sanitized
Oct 23, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 22, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on bin of flour next to fryer on cook line in kitchen. See Stop Sale Observed 1 live roach on top of electrical outlet under hand was sink on cook line in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach inside of electrical outlet under hand wash sink on cook line in kitchen. Observed 7+ live roaches inside of oven on cook line in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach on drip pan under 1 burner stove on cook line kitchen. Observed 3 live roaches on ground under oven on cook line kitchen. Observed 4+ live roaches in 2 control devices on ground behind fryer in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach in between wood boards at expo window in kitchen Observed 1 live roach on shelf holding clean pans on cook line in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach on wall behind hand wash sign on cook line in kitchen
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed around wall mounted water heater under triple sink in kitchen.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on bin of flour next to fryer on cook line in kitchen.
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. 2 door stainless: cooked rice (60F); cheese (59F); cooked pasta (59F). Items being held in unit over night. Not prepared or portioned today. Monitored unit for 20 minutes with no changed in temperature. Unknown time out of temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 2 door stainless: cooked rice (60F); cheese (59F); cooked pasta (59F). Items being held in unit over night. Not prepared or portioned today. Monitored unit for 20 minutes with no changed in temperature. Unknown time out of temperature. See Stop Sale
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 5+ dead roaches inside of 2 control devices in kitchen
May 28, 2024Inspection 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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Left flip top across stove: shredded mozzarella cheese (55F). In unit less than 4 hours. Observed-food stored above chill. Foods not prepared or portioned today. Operator moved to cooler for quick chill.
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed unisex bathroom with no covered women's trash can.
Apr 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touch soil surface then continue to engage in food preparation. Manager instruct employee to change his gloves and wash hands
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash his hands in 3 compartment sink then engaged in food preparation. After brief education, employee wash hand at handwash sink.
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 no date marked on cooked rice and pasta stored in refrigerator. Per operator, both items cooked yesterday morning.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee in-use drinking cup stored on food preparation table. Operator removed and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag stored on shelf in food preparation area.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers with cooking oils stored on dry storage floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between flip top coolers.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed chest freezer stored in passage way next to restroom unlocked.
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.