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MARCOS DELI

707 N BROADWALK #4, Hollywood FL 33019 · 786.327.8667

Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats26
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1624719
Grade history
DEC 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections trending up, 15 points better than where it started.

Worst finding on record
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. Poster emailed to Operator
Intermediate/11-27-4
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★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Disciplinary actions

3 cases · $960

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025079703Sep 22, 2025Nov 19, 2025$400
2--2025026357Feb 6, 2025Apr 22, 2025$160
2--2021042818Sep 13, 2021Oct 7, 2021$400

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Jul 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. In kitchen, whole shell eggs stored outside of cooler for more than four hours. Operator stated order came in this morning and they were not put into cooler. Approximately 3 dozen eggs. Ambient temperature approximately 76°F. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-03-5
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In kitchen, whole shell eggs stored outside of cooler for more than four hours. Operator stated order came in this morning and they were not put into cooler. Approximately 3 dozen eggs. Ambient temperature approximately 76°F.
High priority/01B-02-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In reach in cooler, pork no date mark. Operator stated Cooke and cooled yesterday. Employee date marked item
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Feb 23, 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 foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In reach in cooler on cook line, raw chicken stored over raw fish. Operator moved raw chicken to bottom shelf.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
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/ Maikel Peña Leon manager not present with four or more employees present.
Intermediate/53A-05-6
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen, paper towels not located in a close proximity to handwashing sink. Employee moved paper towels close to sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. On cook line, reach in cooler doors soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-24-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In kitchen, reach in freezer interior soiled with food debris
Basic/23-03-4
Sep 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 23, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over unwashed produce in storage glass cooler. Operator reorganized
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in kitchen glass cooler. Operator reorganized
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen Flip top cooler; cut lettuce (53F - Cold Holding)// under unit; cheese (51F - Cold Holding); cooked onion (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator food transferred from other cooler less than four hours ago. Operator moved foods to freezer to quick chill. Foods not prepared or portioned today.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer provided at inspection
Intermediate/05-08-4/Warning
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. 1 employee hired a week ago did not sign employee health agreement. Printed out copy for employee to sign. Employee filled out during inspection
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee back pack with food items in storage area of kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Both kitchen microwaves soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned microwaves
Basic/22-08-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Mar 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. 2 cans of raid under front counter shelf in bar area, employee discarded.
High priority/41-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food not prepared or portioned today. Flip top-; ham (50F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (54F - Cold Holding), per employee food held less than 4 hours, operator moved to a freezer for a quick chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
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. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm). Employee made new solution, chlorine sanitizer at 100 ppm.
High priority/41-15-5/Corrected On-Site
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. Poster emailed to Operator
Intermediate/11-27-4
Equipment in poor repair. Flip top-Cold holding unit not keeping time temperature control food to 41F or below. Advised operator not to use unit, until technician verifies proper cold holding temperatures
Basic/14-11-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Several wiping cloths on prep tables in kitchen area, employee removed.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Feb 6, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 5, 2024 · Observed same Time Extended/Return visit Feb 6, 2025 · Observed same Time Extended
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning/Return visit Dec 5, 2024 · Observed same Time Extended/Return visit Feb 6, 2025 · Observed same, not proof of current employee training Admin Complaint
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed poster
Basic/51-13-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 5, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Feb 6, 2025 · Observed same Time Extended
Dec 5, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 5, 2024 · Observed same Time Extended
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning/Return visit Dec 5, 2024 · Observed same Time Extended
Ice buildup in at rear end of reach-in cooler under flip top in kitchen.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 5, 2024 · Observed same Time Extended
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed poster
Basic/51-13-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 5, 2024 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 5, 2024 · Time Extended
Dec 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over cooked beans inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator moved raw chicken to bottom shelf and stored correctly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip top cooler /Reach in cooler in kitchen; cheese (50F - Cold Holding); deli ham (48F - Cold Holding); Milk (50F - Cold Holding) held in reach cooler less than 4 hours ago. Operator moved to foods to another reach in cooler to quick chill. Observed ice build up in unit by air vent. Foods not prepared or portioned today.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
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. Emailed written procedures
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation/Warning
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4/Warning
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Flip top cooler not maintaining foods at a temperature of 41f or below. Observed ice build up in unit by air vents.
Basic/14-74-7/Warning
Ice buildup in at rear end of reach-in cooler under flip top in kitchen.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed poster
Basic/51-13-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
May 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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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 employee handle cell phone with no handwashing then put away clean dishes at kitchen area. Employee washed hands and removed dishes to be washed and sanitized.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (60F - Cold Holding) as per operator items were placed in flip top cooler from reach-in cooler approximately 3 hrs prior. Operator moved items back to reach-in cooler to chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils and containers in handwashing sink at kitchen area. Operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar area.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products on site.
Intermediate/05-08-4
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing door at unisex bathroom.
Basic/32-04-4
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean dry dishes not inverted, at dish storage area. Operator inverted.
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Cold holding flip top cooler at cook-line not maintained in good repair evidenced by sliced tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (60F - Cold Holding). Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Operator moved items to another cooler.
Basic/14-74-7/Corrective Action Taken
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on microwave next to sandwich press. Employee removed.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris in microwave next to sandwich press.
Basic/22-08-4
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Bottles of opened water in cooler at kitchen area. Operator removed.
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-service boxes not stored inverted or protected from contamination at cook-line. Operator inverted.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Stored food not covered. Observed stored guacamole uncovered reach-in cooler at kitchen area. Operator covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen and bar areas. Operator placed in sanitizer solution.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Sep 20, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In 6 door freezer bottom left door, portioned raw beef above opened packages hot dogs.
High priority/08A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1) In Frigidaire cooler, trays of portioned raw fish above container of cooked shredded pork. 2) In fliptop lower cooler, container of opened raw burgers above bottled sauces. Employee inverted items to properly separate.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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. Bulletin provided to manager to post.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Repeat Violation
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unknown substance in white spray bottle under prep table in kitchen. Employee marked as floor cleaner.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Inside of microwave has food debris. Employee cleaned.
Basic/22-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles of oil by cook line not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5

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