MARIANS BAGELS
248 SOUTH UNIVERSITY DR, Plantation FL 33324 · 954.370.6975
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed egg salad (44-46F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (44-46F - Cold Holding); milk (45F - Cold Holding). As per operator, items have been out of temperature for less than 2 hours. Operator moved to a different cooler to quick chill.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to scoop cooked potato's in the walk in cooler. Operator removed bowl.
Floor soiled with accumulation of debris in the dry storage area under the shelves and under the freezers in the back storage area.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Operator removed drink from cooler.
Jan 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of windex stored over cooked bacon on the cook line. Operator stored properly.
Nov 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented can of apple sauce present. See stop sale.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled clean plats without washing hands. Employee washed hands properly.
Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. Observed smoked salmon in front reach in grab and go cooler. Operator discarded. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. Observed smoked salmon in front reach in grab and go cooler. Operator discarded. See stop sale.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb at outside mop sink in rear of restaurant.
WD 40 improperly stored with glasses for customers on expo line. Operator stored properly.
Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved Process Waiver from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed in walk in cooler potatoes (58F - Cooling) @10:15 since 8:00 @10:45 56F. Items out of temperature due to overfilled large plastic containers with on container stacked inside another container. Operator stored properly.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. No identification for nova or nova lox.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths for chlorine sanitizer.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed near walk in cooler a bug zapper installed over a rack containing clean plates, silverware and tomatoes.
Jun 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler in kitchen - salmon cream cheese (51F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (47F - Cold Holding) as operators items not portioned or prepared today, items held out of temperature for approximately 90 minutes. Employee placed items in walk in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine at front counter.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone stored on prepping counter top in kitchen. Employee removed and stored item properly.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in kitchen.
Jun 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed whole shell eggs on cook line. Per operator held on time less than 2 hour, Operator placed time mark.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (80F - Hot Holding); bacon (80F - Hot Holding) on cook line shelf per operator held out of temperature less than2 hours. Operator placed it on time
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle inside container of breakfast potatoes in walk in cooler. Operator removed
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone and keys on cook line employee removed Observed employee purse stored on shelf with single serve cups.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of cooking oil in contact with floor in kitchen cook line.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. On cook line by flat top grill.
Working containers of food sugar removed from original container not identified by common name. Storage shelf. Operator labeled
Dec 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee washed hands with cold water then put on gloves and prepared sandwiches. Employee washed hands with warm water and soap
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Used to dispense cooked potatoes in Walk In Cooler Person in Charge removed bowl
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table. Person In Charge discarded item
Equipment and utensils not sanitized between washing and rinsing
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Person In Charge placed wiping cloth in sanitizing solution
Aug 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. 1. Cutting boards in prep station. 2. Can opener. Operator clean and sanitized.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed butter and cream cheese preset on all tables. No procedures available to monitor 4 hour maximum time limit.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employees food (package of cookies)in expo window.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed earbuds and phone above prep table. Operator removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed male manager working front counter and male prep cook with no hair restraints.
Exterior kitchen door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed on cook line. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed above kitchen prep work station.
Apr 29, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. 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 food manager certification expired on 7/16/2023
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.
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.
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 potatoes stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator item cooked yesterday morning. Operator correctly date marked potatoes.
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. Observed employees training certification expired on 09/11/2021.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at dishwashing area.
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gasket in disrepairs
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front line.
Mar 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority7 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed chef cracked raw shell eggs and then touch cheese without changing gloves and wash hands. Educate employee. Chef then changed gloves and wash his hands.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.. Observed hotel and restaurant license expired on 12/01/2023.. Operator renewed his license during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over dressing in walk in cooler. Operator relocate raw shell eggs.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 1 cracked shell egg stored in carton in walk-in cooler.
Food manager certification expired. 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 food manager certification expired on 7/16/2023
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in prep station.
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.
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.
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 potatoes stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator item cooked yesterday morning. Operator correctly date marked potatoes.
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. Observed employees training certification expired on 09/11/2021.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at dishwashing area.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of dust buildup on AC vents, ceiling tiles and light shields at cookline.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee drinking water stored in saba refrigerator not identified or segregated from restaurant foods.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gasket in disrepairs
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup in microwave.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of food debris buildup in true refrigerator gaskets.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of asber freezer solid with accumulation of old food residue.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases with takeout cups stored on floor in prep area.
Aug 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. 1) Observed raw turkey sausage, not commercially packaged, stored over croissants, commercially packaged, inside reach in freezer in kitchen. Operator properly stored. 2) Observed raw chicken, not commercially packaged, stored over uncrustables, commercially packaged, inside reach in freezer. Operator properly stored.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed chicken salad (46°F - Cooling) since 6:30am, at 10:30am. Operator put chicken salad in cooler to quick chill.
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 bodily fluid cleanup procedures to operator.
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.