JT'S SPORTS BAR & GRILL
10466 TAFT ST, Pembroke Pines FL 33026 · 954-441-3833
Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish in walk in cooler. Operator removed chicken to bottom shelf.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
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. Operator set up three compartment sink to wash, rinse and sanitize utensils
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Operator set up three compartment sink to wash, rinse and sanitize utensils
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. Observed dishwasher handled dirty dishes then removed clean dishes from Dishmachine without washing hands and putting on gloves. Dishwasher washed hands and put on gloves.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cheese in Walk In Cooler Operator moved to bottom shelf
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwash sink next to Dishmachine Employee replaced soap
Nov 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish in walk in cooler. Operator removed chicken to bottom shelf.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Operator removed fish from packages.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw fish and beef stored over container with cooked chicken wings. Operator relocate cooked chicken wings.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed food manager certification with Beth Padro expired on 02/20/2025.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator replenished
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 meatballs stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, meatballs cooked from yesterday more than 24 hours. Operator correctly date marked.
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with various food items stored on walk in freezer and cooler floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed several light shields missing throughout kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -Observed a wet wiping cloth stored on food preparation table not stored in sanitized solution between use.
Dec 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw fish stored over cooked chicken wings in walk in cooler. Operator relocate raw fish to bottom shelf
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked chicken with cold held at 44F in walk in cooler. Per operator, chicken removed outside for added recipes 3 hours prior to the inspection. Operator placed ice pack on item for quick chill.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen area. Operator replenished.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date mark on cooked chicken wings stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, chicken cooked more than 24 hours ago. Operator correctly date mark.
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers and cases with various food items stored on walk in cooler and freezer floor.
Stored food not covered. -Observed containers with cooked chicken wings stored in walk in cooler not covered. Operator covered
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Observed 1 badly dented can with pasta sauce on storage shelf.
Food stored on floor. -Observed various containers with food items stored on walk in cooler and freezer floor.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -Observed light shields missing throughout kitchen.
Stored food not covered. -Observed an open bag with crotons on storage shelf. Operator covered.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb at dishwashing machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -Observed a unsecured C02 tank in wait station.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Operator removed fish from packaging.
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 chef drinking from an open cup on cookline. Operator placed lid on cup.
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with various food items stored on walk-in cooler floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Observed interior of microwave soiled with accumulation of food residue.
Sep 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.observed employee touch soiled towel, then put on gloves and engaged in food preparation without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed fully cooked hotdogs in the same container as raw beef. Employee rearranged for proper storage.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over fully cooked chicken wings in walk-in cooler. Employee rearranged for proper storage.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen area. Employee replenished supply.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed portioned turkey and pastrami with no date marking. As per employee, items were portioned 2 days ago. Employee date marked.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In garlic.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Keys above food on rack, drink inside walk-in cooler, drink at window above prep table.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of food on the floor in freezer.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. At bar.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Employee discarded.
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.