DUMPLING KING
601 NW 100 PL, Pembroke Pines FL 33024 · 954-330-5478
Last inspected Mar 12, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 29 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach crawling on floor under wok station in cook line. Operator killed, cleaned and sanitized area during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $1,800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026033660 | Mar 12, 2026 | Jul 20, 2026 | $600 |
| 2--2025087424 | Oct 10, 2025 | Jan 22, 2026 | $400 |
| 2--2025031140 | Mar 5, 2025 | May 6, 2025 | $200 |
| 2--2023061825 | Oct 20, 2023 | Dec 11, 2023 | $200 |
| 2--2023057021 | Oct 5, 2023 | Nov 2, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Mar 12, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork dumplings over ready to eat jelly in walk in cooler. Operator properly stored food
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose bib with attached hose in kitchen missing vacuum breaker
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Containers stored in kitchen hand sink. operator removed container
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal food on same shelf as restaurant sellable food. Operator properly separated food.
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled with grease in kitchen behind cooking equipment
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at right side of cooking equipment in kitchen
Oct 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employee washed hands for approximately 5 seconds before putting on gloves to return to work. Reviewed proper procedures and employee rehashed hands for proper time.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in freezer, tubes of raw ground beef on shelf above non commercially portioned soup bases. Manager rearranged to properly separate.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. On walk in freezer speed rack, bags of non commercially portioned raw chicken above bags of non commercially portioned raw beef. Manager rearranged pans to properly separate.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose bibb with attached hose at cook line missing vacuum breaker.
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. Bulletin printed and provided.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In walk in freezer, no date marks on portioned soup bases.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled with mold like buildup above prep table, sink, and hand sink along back wall of kitchen.
Mar 5, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, cartons of raw shell eggs on shelf above portioned ready to eat noodles and sauces. Employee moved all eggs to empty bottom shelf to properly separate.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk in freezer, buspan of portioned raw beef in speed rack above buspan of portioned raw chicken. Manager rearranged to properly separate.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In walk in freezer, buspan of portioned soup bases not labeled from when made.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Buspan under prep table by triple sink not stored inverted.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall above prep table to right of triple sink soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles of oil and water opposite cook line missing labels.
Nov 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In walk in freezer, tray of frozen chicken breast on shelf above containers of frozen prepared pancakes. Employee moved chicken to bottom of speed rack for proper separation.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, bus pan of raw pork belly on top of bus pan of cooked pork belly. Employee moved raw to rolling cart with other raw products.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Employee plastic containers stored in kitchen hand sink. Employee removed containers.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic pint cup in bulk sesame oil container in prep area. Manager removed cup.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean buspans by triple sink not stored inverted. Employees inverted all pans.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee closed beverage container sitting on meat slicer at back of kitchen. Employee removed beverage.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottle of oil at cook line not labeled. Manager labeled.
Jul 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 27, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler ambient temperature at 47F
Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temperature at 79F.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in cook line. Water temperature at 78F.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely self-closing door.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. 1.Opposite walk in freezer 2.Under prep table in cook line.
Hot water at mop sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temperature at 78F
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in walk in cooler.
Dec 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license 12/01/2023. License will be reviewed a the next unannounced inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under shelves inside walk in freezer.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach in coolers in cook line.
Oct 21, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing above employee bathroom in storage area.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn or in disrepair in reach in cooler opposite wok station in cook line.
Ice buildup on floor and shelves inside walk-in freezer.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach in cooler in cook line.
Two Light shield missing above dough mixer in kitchen.
Oct 20, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Raw shelled eggs stored over ready sauces inside walk in cooler. Operator moved raw shelled eggs to bottom shelf and stored correctly.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach crawling on floor under wok station in cook line. Operator killed, cleaned and sanitized area during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip top / reach in cooler in cook line; diced ham (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (48F - Cold Holding) pulled from walk in cooler less than 4 hours ago. Observed air escaping from reach in cooler door, gaskets in disrepair and coming off when door in opened. Operator moved foods to walk in cooler to quick chill. Foods not prepared or portioned today..
Ceiling tile missing above employee bathroom in storage area.
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches on shelf under prep table in cook line where sauces are stored. 10 dead roaches on floor behind chest freezers in kitchen. 5 dead roaches on floor behind dough mixer in kitchen. 5 dead roaches on floor next to bbq oven in cook line. 2 dead roaches on floor next to fryer in cook line. 2 dead roaches on floor next to dumpling equipment in cook line. 2 dead roaches on exit door track in kitchen. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized area during inspection.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public inside walk in cooler. Operator moved foods away from restaurant foods and stored correctly.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn or in disrepair in reach in cooler opposite wok station in cook line.
Ice buildup on floor and shelves inside walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water at 78F next to rice warmer in kitchen. Operator discarded water
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach in cooler in cook line.
Two Light shield missing above dough mixer in kitchen.
Oct 5, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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1 Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above Frigidaire freezer in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn or in disrepair in reach in cooler opposite wok station in cook line.
Hole in or other damage to wall on the right side of walk in cooler.
Oct 4, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 18 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 Intermediate10 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live flying insect landed on prep table next to hand wash sink in kitchen. 1 live flying insect flying above dough mixer in kitchen.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches crawling on floor under storage shelf next to bbq oven in cook line. 2 live roaches under container of cooking oil on shelf under prep table in cook line. 2 live roaches crawling on floor at entrance of kitchen. 1 live roach crawling on floor under dumpling machine in cook line. 1 live roach crawling on floor under mop sink in kitchen. 2 live roaches crawling on floor under prep table next to walk in cooler in kitchen. 2 live roaches on floor behind chest freezer#1 in kitchen. 1 live roach crawling next to flour bowl on shelf under prep table in cook line.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Raw shelled eggs 80F ambient temperature under no temperature control for food safety held less than 4 hours ago in cook line. Operator moved to reach in cooler to quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip top cooler in cook line; cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding); cooked steak (51F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding)foods pulled from walk in cooler less than 4 hours ago per cook. Operator moved to low boy cooler in prep station to quick chill. Foods not prepared or portioned today.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Sheet pans soiled with food debris inside walk in cooler. Operator moved to be washed, rinsed and sanitized.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance( Mr. clean cleaner) not labeled in kitchen. Operator labelled cleaner.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Handwash sink in kitchen at 83-84F.
1 Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above Frigidaire freezer in kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice in dry storage room. Operator removed
Dead roaches on premises. 12 dead roaches behind chest freezer #1 in kitchen. 5 dead roaches behind chest freezer #2 in kitchen. 6 dead roaches behind dumpling machine in cook line. 2 dead roaches under 3 compartment sink in kitchen. 2 dead roaches behind flour mixer in kitchen. 2 dead roaches under storage shelf in cook line. 1 dead roach on wall behind chest freezer #2 in kitchen.
Employee personal purse stored ion top sealed bag with starch in dry storage area. Operator removed
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn or in disrepair in reach in cooler opposite wok station in cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. 1. Behind chest freezers in kitchen. 2. Under cooking equipments in kitchen, 3. Under storage shelf next to bbq oven in cook line. 4. Under reach in cooler in cook line soiled.
Hole in or other damage to wall on the right side of walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer inside containers where foods are stored.
Stored food not covered. Cooked duck not covered inside walk in cooler. Operator covered
Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
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.