FINGER LICKIN' PATTIES & PASTRIES
1458 S HIATUS RD, Pembroke Pines FL 33025 · 954.704.9400
Last inspected Jan 22, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 22, 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
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with a pinkish liquid identified as a degreaser located at 3 Compartment sink Manager labeled spray bottle
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Oct 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 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 at 8:03 a.m., cooked plantains hot held at 99F in prep station. Per operator, plantains cooked at 7:30 a.m. Operator reheat plantains to 170F.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in prep station block with garbage container. Operator relocate container.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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 proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees bags stored on peas containers at dry storage area. Operator removed bags and stored properly.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At ice machine. Operator removed scoop from ice.
Nov 21, 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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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed dumplings hot held at 111F and yucca at 109F in kitchen. Per operator, both items cooked and 1 hours prior to the inspection. Operator reheat both items to 178-181F.
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 held in walk in cooler. Per operator, rice cooked more than 24 hours prior to the inspection. Operator correctly date marked.
Jul 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Observed a spray bottle with sanitizer stored on food storage shelf next to and above various food items. Operator removed and stored properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed wiping cloth sanitizer bucket stored in hand wash sink at prep station. Operator removed
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with food items stored on walk in freezer floor.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -Observed a wet wiping cloth at prep station not stored in sanitizer solution between uses. Operator placed cloth in sanitizer bucket.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed seasoning removed from the original container not identify by common name. Operator labeled container.
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Observed spray bottle with sanitizer stored on food storage shelf next to various food items. Operator relocate sanitizer.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwash sink in prep area block with garbage container. Operator removed container.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. At front line service stations
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Observed accumulation of dust buildup on ceiling at front line area.
Stored food not covered. -Observed uncovered container with cooked chicken stored in walk-in cooler. Operator covered.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on wall at 3 compartment sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed various containers with seasoning in storage area removed from original container not identified by common names. Operator label containers.
Oct 4, 2023Inspection 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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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -Observed no additional vacuum breaker at mop sink when splitter added.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwash sink in dishwashing area block with rolling cart.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. -Observed no measuring devices available for measuring utensils surface temperature, manager aware and informed.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -Observed employee drinks not identified and segregated in walk-in cooler.
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