MATTEOS
1825 HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD, Hallandale FL 33009 · 954 455 4050
Last inspected Jun 3, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024
JUN 24
FEB 25
MAY 25
OCT 25
JUN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 13 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $4,080
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024007397 | Jan 22, 2024 | Jun 28, 2024 | $1,600 |
| 2--2023017193 | Feb 27, 2023 | Apr 19, 2023 | $200 |
| 2--2016043817 | Sep 1, 2016 | Jan 12, 2017 | $800 |
| 2--2016023568 | May 6, 2016 | Aug 3, 2016 | $600 |
| 2--2015036563 | Jul 28, 2015 | Feb 24, 2016 | $880 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed in chest freezer bread in to go bags,. Operator removed.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator paid for license.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shelled eggs above unwashed produce in walkin refrigerator. Operator mo eggs to lower shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at Lowboy refrigerator; chicken (45F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (45F - Cold Holding)not prep or portion today. Operator moved to different refrigerator.
Show the remaining 6 findings ▾
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed with mussel and clams
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed yellow substance in unlabeled spray bottle. Operator labled degreaser.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in salt container. Operator removed
Food stored on floor. Observed case of pears on floor in walk-in refrigerator
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed peppers above cooked vegetables in walking refrigerator
Oct 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 28, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee returned to work area from exit door. Proceeded to reached out for a clean container without first washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Case of raw Shell eggs stored above container of raw calamari in walk in cooler. Manager inverted.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in Cooler- Butter (47F); Burrata (47F); Mozzetta Cheese (46F - Cold Holding); Raw clams 46F - Cold Holding); Raw Salmon (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Calamari (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (46F - Cold Holding); Heavy Cream (47F - Cold Holding) Fresh Mozzarella (46F) 2) Lowboy at entrance of kitchen- Cooked Eggplant (55F - Cold Holding); Cooked Sausage (48F - Cold Holding); Ricotta Cheese (49F - Cold Holding) 3) Pasta Station Lowboy against wall in kitchen -; Cooked Spaghetti (49F); Cooked Orechete pasta (48F - Cold Holding); Homemade Tomato Sauce (47F - Cold Holding, Per Manager food items in units overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in Cooler- Butter (47F); Burrata (47F); Mozzetta Cheese (46F - Cold Holding); Raw clams 46F - Cold Holding); Raw Salmon (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Calamari (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (46F - Cold Holding); Heavy Cream (47F - Cold Holding) Fresh Mozzarella (46F) 2) Lowboy at entrance of kitchen- Cooked Eggplant (55F - Cold Holding); Cooked Sausage (48F - Cold Holding); Ricotta Cheese (49F - Cold Holding) 3) Pasta Station Lowboy against wall in kitchen -; Cooked Spaghetti (49F); Cooked Orechete pasta (48F - Cold Holding); Homemade Tomato Sauce (47F - Cold Holding, Per Manager food items in units overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale
Container of calamari and container of potatoes stored on floor in walk in cooler. Manager elevated.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
May 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Double Doors lowboy next to chest freezer in kitchen-; Cooked Pasta 48F- Cooling). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Double Doors lowboy next to chest freezer in kitchen-; Cooked Pasta 48F- Cooling). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Manager labeled degreaser bottle during inspection.
Containers of potatoes and raw meat stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Feb 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
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. Employee went to outdoor walk in cooler returned to work area with raw shell eggs. Proceeded to reach out for a clean container without removing the gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 12-01-24 Expired Manager renewed during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1) Container of raw fish stored above case of Mozzarella cheese in walk in cooler. 2) Container of raw beef stored above container of cooked pasta in True Reach in cooler next to small chest freezer in kitchen. Manager inverted.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee provided during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hairnet during inspection.
Gasket in double doors reach in cooler torn.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen. Sign provided to operator.
Jun 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Equipment in poor repair. 1) Gasket in lowboy cooler across from stove torn. 2) Walk in cooler in poor repair. Instructed manager not to store TCS items in unit until it's fixed.
Jun 5, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk in cooler- Milk (46-48F - Cold Holding); Cheese (47-49F - Cold Holding); Heavy Cream (48F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler- Raw fish (49F); Raw chicken (48-50F - Cold Holding). Per Manager foods items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Manager added ice to quick chill and moved to kitchen to prepare 2) Milk (46-48F - Cold Holding); Cheese (47-49F - Cold Holding); Heavy Cream (48F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop sale.
Equipment in poor repair. 1) Gasket in lowboy cooler across from stove torn. 2) Walk in cooler in poor repair. Instructed manager not to store TCS items in unit until it's fixed.
Jun 4, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk in cooler- Milk (46-48F - Cold Holding); Cheese (47-49F - Cold Holding); Heavy Cream (48F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler- Raw fish (49F); Raw chicken (48-50F - Cold Holding). Per Manager foods items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Manager added ice to quick chill and moved to kitchen to prepare 2) Milk (46-48F - Cold Holding); Cheese (47-49F - Cold Holding); Heavy Cream (48F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop sale.
Bag of potatoes and several containers of meat stored on floor in walk in cooler. Employee elevated.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust. Vents throughout establishment soiled.
Equipment in poor repair. 1) Gasket in lowboy cooler across from stove torn. 2) Walk in cooler in poor repair. Instructed manager not to store TCS items in unit until it's fixed.
Jan 22, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
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 put on hairnet and proceeded to touch a clean plate without first removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1) Container of raw pork stored above opened container of sauce in Turbo Air reach in cooler. 2) Containers of raw chicken stored above container of pasta soup in True triple doors Lowboy cooler. Manager inverted.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Coffee Station-; Milk (49F - Cold Holding); Heavy cream (47F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today.. Employee add ice to quick chill.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine test kit.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Case of fish stored on floor front of Turbo Air reach in- Manager elevated.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee opened water bottle stored on dish rack next to clean dishes. Manager removed.
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.