EMERALD RESTAURANT
8500 W SR 84, Davie FL 33324 · 954.474.3769
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 9 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed roach traps with a large accumulation of roaches on it under the coolers in the kitchen.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,840
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025052596 | Jul 1, 2025 | Jul 30, 2025 | $200 |
| 2--2018019347 | Mar 7, 2018 | Apr 19, 2018 | $200 |
| 2--2015015239 | Feb 23, 2015 | May 7, 2015 | $1,440 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
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 with neither in their original commercial packaging in the reach in freezer. Operator stored properly.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris between large pieces of equipment in the kitchen.
Dec 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in the reach in freezer at the front counter. Operator removed cardboard.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in the dining area.
Dec 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored over ready to eat spring rolls in the reach in freezer in the dining area. Operator stored properly.
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. Observed raw chicken (48-52F - Cold Holding) in the 2 door coolers without by the triple sink. As per operator, item not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48-52F - Cold Holding) in the 2 door coolers without by the triple sink. As per operator, item not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed operator properly using Time as a Public Health Control without the written procedures.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed roach traps with a large accumulation of roaches on it under the coolers in the kitchen.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employees food, in the white refrigerator at the front counter, stored over the food for customers. Operator stored properly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in the dining area.
Jul 1, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Small flip top cooler on cook line: Observed Raw chicken, steak and shrimp over tofu. Educated operator on proper storage procedures.
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. White reach in cooler in front of restaurant: half n half (45F - Cold Holding); tofu (45F - Cold Holding) Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, held in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. White reach in cooler in front of restaurant: half n half (45F - Cold Holding); tofu (45F - Cold Holding) Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, held in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) Operator corrected to 100ppm chlorine sanitizer
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. tom kha soup (coconut milk) (123F - Cooling) @2:15; cooling since 12:00 At current rate of cooling product will not reach 70 F within 2 hours. Operator placed back on stove to reheat to 165+F
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Sanitizer bucket in handwashing sink at front kitchen area. Operator removed sanitizer bucket.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. At back door.
Mar 11, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken strips over package of crab in small flip top cooler. Operator placed chicken on lower shelf. Observed in reach in cooler raw shell eggs over teriyaki sauce. Operator placed raw shell eggs on lower shelf..
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in jasmine rice container. Operator removed.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of single serve bowls on the floor in passenger hallway located by the restroom. Operator elevated boxes.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop wet nesting in mop bucket. Operator stored correctly.
Oct 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. -Observed chlorine sanitizer solution exceeds 200 ppm. Operator correct solution to 50 ppm.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front line. Operator replenished.
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.
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.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed single use forks not stored 6 inches off the floor at passenger way. Operator removed
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked with rolling cart. For reporting purposes only.
May 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. On the cookline
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Mar 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee cutting peel carrots and onions with bare hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over brown sauce in true refrigerator. Operator removed and stored properly.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator restocked paper.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pots not stored inverted in storage area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed various food items stored on floor at passage way.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed takeout containers stored on floor at passage way.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed meat thawing at room temperature in kitchen.
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