EMILIO'S BBQ
301 NW 103 AVE, Pembroke Pines FL 33026 · 786.985.8655
Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 17 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections within 25 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flying insects landing on walls in dishwashing area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $480
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026007661 | Dec 3, 2025 | Mar 11, 2026 | $480 |
Inspection history
17 visits, newest first
Aug 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Hot Box: Yuca; (127F - Hot Holding)Chicken; (122F - Hot Holding) Operator reheated items to 170F
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Operator print and posted Big 6 Sign
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. Operator print and posted written procedures for cleaning up vomit and diarrhea
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Observed employee rest room door open. Operator closed bathroom door
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employee rest room
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator placed wiping cloth in sanitizer bucket
Mar 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over Cuban bread in Hotpoint Cooler Employee placed eggs on bottom shelf
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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit to check sanitizer at three compartment sink
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice at ice machine Employee removed ice scoop and placed in a clean container
Dec 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employees restroom.
Dec 4, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed pork cold held in walk in cooler at 45F. Per operator, pork transfer to unit 2 hours prior to the inspection. Operator removed pork to walk in freezer for quick chill.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employees restroom.
Dec 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed pork cold held in walk in cooler at 45F. Per operator, pork transfer to unit 2 hours prior to the inspection. Operator removed pork to walk in freezer for quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken hot held in steam table at 108F and potatoes at 100F. Per operator, both items cooked 1 hour prior to the inspection. Operator reheat both items in oven to 169-173F.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwashing sink wash sink at front line block with rolling food cart. Operator removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a food container stored inside hand washing sink. Operator removed.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employees restroom.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in walk in cooler. Operator placed thermometer in unit.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed case with takeout containers stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Sep 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sandwich bread in Hotpoint reach in cooler. Operator relocate shell eggs to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed at 7:33 a.m. cooked chicken hot held at 124F in steam table. As per operator, chicken cooked and placed in unit at 6:15 a.m. Operator reheat chicken to 176F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed acculturation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink at front line block with rolling food cart. Operator removed cart from sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a food container stored inside hand washing sink in prep station. Operator removed container.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. observed no self closing device on employees restroom door.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed no minimal labeling on in house yogurt stored in refrigerator. As per operator, item transfer from a commercially bulk container. Operator correctly identified and labeled yogurts.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed accumulation of brown like substances buildup on can opener holster.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -Observed case with unwashed tomatoes stored over containers with cooked chicken in walk in cooler. Operator removed unwashed tomatoes to bottom shelf.
Apr 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked pork hot held at 127F in steam table. As per operator, pork cooked 1 hour prior to the inspection. Operator reheat item to 169F.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed food containers stored inside a handwashing sink in prep area. Operator removed containers from sink.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup inside ice machine. Operator clean and sanitized
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employees restroom.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed takeout containers not stored 6 inches off the floor in dry storage room. Operator removed and stored properly.
Feb 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employees restroom.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Front line areas
Feb 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 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 chlorine sanitizer solution at dishwashing 00 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over cut lettuce and cheese in hotpoint refrigerator. Operator relocate raw shell eggs to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked beef hot held at 118F. Per operator, beef cooked 45 minutes prior to the inspection. Operator reheat beef stew to 175F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substances buildup on can opener blade. Operator wash and sanitized can opener and blade.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator replenished.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employees restroom.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Front line areas
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Observed an uncovered cup with beverage stored on food preparation table. Operator discarded at will.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -Observed 2 sets of light shield missing in food preparation station.
Stored food not covered. -Observed 2 uncovered containers with raw rice in dry storage area. Operator covered containers.
Sep 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Operator using 3 compartment sink only.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Observed employee open beverage container stored on food preparation table. Operator removed cup from in-use prep table.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shields missing in prep station.
Sep 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked tamales in refrigerator. Operator relocate raw eggs to bottom shelf. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over milk in walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade. Operator clean and sanitized.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in prep station. Operator replenished towels.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Operator using 3 compartment sink only.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Observed employee open beverage container stored on food preparation table. Operator removed cup from in-use prep table.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. -Observed employee drinking from an open cup in prep station. Operator discarded at will.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shields missing in prep station.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup inside Galaxy reach in cooler. Operator clean and sanitized.
May 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flying insects landing on walls in dishwashing area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed accumulation of flies on sticky traps in food prep areas.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed several fly sticky traps hanging in food preparation areas.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed various package foods in front line cooler.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases with takeout containers stored on dry storage floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawing at room temperature in prep sink.
Feb 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with chlorine in dishwashing area.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed various food items in front line cooler.
Feb 13, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -Observed 7 live flying insects landing on walls in dishwashing areas.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw steak stored over cooked plantains in walk-in cooler. Operator removed raw steak and stored properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with chlorine in dishwashing area.
Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk in freezer floor.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed various food items in front line cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cases with fish thawing at room temperature in prep station.
Oct 24, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Oct 23, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. -Observed chlorine sanitizer solution at 3 compartment sink less than 50 ppm. Operator correct solution to 100 ppm.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -Observed 2 live flying insects landing on wall in dishwashing area. 4 live flying insects in food preparation areas.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed at 11:36 a.m. no date marked on cooking beef stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, beef cooked before 10:00 a.m. yesterday. Beef held for more than 26 hours not date marked
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. -Observed scoop with handle stored in sugar container. Operator removed and stored properly
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on refrigerator gaskets throughout kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Observed ground beef thawing at room temperature at prep station. Operator placed item under running water
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