MINI PITA
1019 SR 84, Fort Lauderdale FL 33315 · 954.394.5824
Last inspected Jun 17, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license. License expired 12-01-2025. Operator renewed during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2020012102 | Feb 20, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jun 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 200+ppm), manager ran dishwasher one more time, chlorine sanitizer at 100 ppm.
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooking and serving spoons stored in two metallic cans of unclean water. Employee removed to be clean and sanitize.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dishwasher area- large trash can and chest freezer in front of sink- employee removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dishwasher area- Two soiled bowls inside sink, employee removed.
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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. One employee hired less than 60 days, manager filled up form with employee, both signed form.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Two soiled wiping cloths on prep table, employee removed
Mar 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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.
Jan 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed operator on texting on cell phone, then put on gloves and pass pita bread to employee without washing hands. Educated operator on proper hand washing procedures.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license. License expired 12-01-2025. Operator renewed during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 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 continental cooler// cucumber tomato salad (46-47F - Cooling) overnight. Food did not reach 41F within 4 hours. Stop sale.
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 continental cooler// cucumber tomato salad (46-47F - Cooling) overnight. Food did not reach 41F within 4 hours. Stop sale.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed continental cooler// cucumber tomato salad (46-47F - Cooling) overnight. Food did not reach 41F within 4 hours. Food stored inside deep bin, covered overnight. Educated operator on proper cooling methods.
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.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelf inside kenmoore freezer in kitchen. Employee removed.
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. Observed thawing raw mahi mahi and raw salmon, in low boy cooler, stored inside packaging indicating removal upon thawing. Per operator, fish stored for approximately 1 hour. Operator had employee remove fish from packaging.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop stored inside rice bin in kitchen, handle in contact with food. Operator properly stored.
Jul 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator set up triple sink to wash, rinse, and sanitize dish ware.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shrimp stored above cooked chicken wings inside kitchen reach in freezer, both not commercially packaged. Operator properly stored.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored above house made hot sauce, inside continental cooler in hallway. Employee properly stored.
Food stored on floor. Observed frying oil cartons stored on floor in back storage area. Operator properly stored.
Jan 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw lamb stored inside to go bag, inside reach in freezer stored next to mop sink. Operator properly stored.
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. Observed continental cooler// cooked rice (50F - Cold Holding). Per operator, food not prepped or portioned today; food stored in cooler overnight. Stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed continental cooler// cooked rice (50F - Cold Holding). Per operator, food not prepped or portioned today; food stored in cooler overnight. Stop sale.
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.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged salmon and mahi 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 cut open packaging to allow oxygen flow.
Food stored on floor. Observed carton of frying oil,stored on floor in kitchen. Operator properly stored.
Oct 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Observed Dishwasher machine at 00ppm after several attempts. Operator set up triple sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at triple sink - bag of raw beef thawing at room temperature - 54F Cold Holding. Operator placed in refrigerator for proper thawing.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed at display case behind front desk - milk desserts made onsite without date mark. As per operator items prepared 9/28/24.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed at dishwasher station - sprayer bottle without label. Operator labeled properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed at triple sink - bag of raw beef thawing at room temperature - 54F. Operator placed in refrigerator for proper thawing.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at Handwashing station next to triple sink. Drain pipe leaking onto floor.
Dec 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 6, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate7 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 beef, commercially packaged, stored over raw fish, not commercially packaged, in freezer next to back storage area. Operator properly stored. 2) Observed Raw chicken, not commercially packaged, stored over raw calamari, not commercially packaged, inside cooler in kitchen. Operator properly stored.
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. Observed flip top cooler //hummus (53°F - Cold Holding); tzatziki sauce (54°F - Cold Holding); diced cucumber salad (54°F - Cold Holding). Per operator, foods not prepped or portioned today; foods stored in cooler for approximately 11 hours. Stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed flip top cooler //hummus (53°F - Cold Holding); tzatziki sauce (54°F - Cold Holding); diced cucumber salad (54°F - Cold Holding). Per operator, foods not prepped or portioned today; foods stored in cooler for approximately 11 hours. Stop sale.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed paint cans stored on top of reach in freezer next to back exit door. Operator removed.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed knife stored in hand wash sink at front counter. Operator removed.
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. Observed Flip top cooler at cook-line unable to maintain foods 41°F or below for cold holding. Flip top cooler //hummus (53°F - Cold Holding); tzatziki sauce (54°F - Cold Holding); diced cucumber salad (54°F - Cold Holding). Per operator, foods not prepped or portioned today; foods stored in cooler for approximately 11 hours. Stop sale.
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. Observed thawed ROP raw salmon, stored unopened, inside lowboy cooler at cook line. Educated cook on proper thawing procedure. Cook cut packaging open to allow oxygen flow.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on clean dish at cook line. Cook put away phone and removed plate.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil cartons stored on floor in back storage area. Operator properly stored.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop stored inside rice bin in kitchen, handle in contact with rice. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tongs and spoons stored in dirty water 76°F, at cook line. Cook put utensils in dish pit.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator corrected to 100ppm.
Jul 24, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator changed sanitizer bucket, ran a few more cycles,and corrected sanitizer to 100ppm.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed server enter restaurant and begin handling food trays, no hand wash. Educated operator on proper hand washing procedures.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed gyro meat stored inside to go bag in Kenmore freezer.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. 1) Observed raw chicken, not commercially packaged, stored over raw beef, not commercially packaged, inside me more freezer in hallway. Operator properly stored. 2) Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside reach in cooler at cook line. Operator properly stored.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed all purpose cleaner stored over pita bread on dry storage shelf at cook line. Operator properly stored.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener, in kitchen, soiled with food debris.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed flip top cooler handles soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned and sanitized handles.
Food stored on floor. Observed frying oil cartons stored on floor in kitchen. Operator properly stored.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in contact with rice inside rice bin in kitchen. Operator properly stored.
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.