LOS VERDES HALLANDALE
144 NE 1 AVE, Hallandale FL 33009 · 305.528.0943
Last inspected Feb 4, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2024
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4 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Pineapple Purée being cooking outside behind restaurant unprotected in large uncovered pot in an alley. Observed a small flying insect next to pot. See stop sale.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
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/ observed 5 employees on duty without a CFM. Manager was at the store and returned before the end of the inspection.
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.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bulk salt container with scoop no handle.
Food stored on floor of the walk in cooler.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed on cook line, knives under cutting boards and in crevice of cooler lids. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 15 lb. Propane tank being used in kitchen to fuel a stove.
Sep 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face and proceeded to grab a clean container and clean knife without first removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. 1) Clear bag of raw pork stored above clear bags of cooked chicken in Ducker's Double doors reach in freezer 2) Raw beef packages stored above clear bags of cooked chicken and containers of ice cream. Manager inverted.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw chicken stored above container of raw pork in walk in cooler. Manager inverted.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several containers on rack across from triple sink. Manager removed.
Apr 16, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Feb 15, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Feb 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 12-01-2024 Expired
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Pineapple Purée being cooking outside behind restaurant unprotected in large uncovered pot in an alley. Observed a small flying insect next to pot. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip Top in cook line -; Ham (51F- Cold Holding); Sliced Cheese (50F- Cold Holding); Cooked Onions (52F); Raw Beef Burgers (50F - Cold Holding). Per employee food items in unit less than 4 hours from walk in cooler. Items not prepared or portioned today. Employee moved to lower reach in cooler to quick chill.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Pineapple Purée being cooking outside behind restaurant unprotected in large uncovered pot in an alley. Observed a small flying insect next to pot. See stop sale.
Sep 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 20, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No hot running water at three-compartment sink.
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.