MOFONGA HOUSE REST
7155 B PEMBROKE RD, Pembroke Pines FL 33023 · 954-894-3011
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023055973 | Sep 14, 2023 | Mar 4, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Observed operator has test strips, however had to dig them out of storage on top shelf. Need to be available to use a minimum of once before each shift (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) for sanitation bucket and every change of sanitizer in 3 compartment sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed carry over rice and beans 48 hrs (closed prior day) no date marks.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard on floor. Business closed yesterday, so presence first thing in am indicates 36-48 hours minimum since being changed.
Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin.
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Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed buildup of dripping grease. Operator missed last scheduled hood cleaning.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of glass door cooler with buildup of food debris, shelves, walls, floor.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on multiple shelves.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed kitchen walls soiled nearly all locations.
Feb 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Stewed goat, Oxtail, Beef soup, per operator all prepared 25-48 hours prior, no date marks.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
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 all items in Grista cooler at 43°-44°F. Operator to move to other properly functioning coolers until repaired.
Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed hoods with buildup of grease with potential to drip into food being prepared on the stove.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of plastic beverage bottles stored directly on the floor.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Light not functioning. Ceiling fixture burnt out/ flashing.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Missing on ceiling fixture.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in all cold holding units.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front counter.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Sep 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Grista Reach in cooler-Cooked Mangu (50F-Cooling) Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. Observed water condensation on lid. See Stop sale.
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 used personal phone and proceeded to get a clean container to stored cooked food without first removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
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. Grista Reach in cooler-Cooked Mangu (50F-Cooling) Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. Observed water condensation on lid. See Stop sale
1) Containers of oil stored on floor in dry storage area. 2) Cases of soda stored on floor in hallway across from dry storage area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Sep mop stored in mop bucket next to exit door.
Nov 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate1 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. Employee enters building while using her personal phone proceeded to reach out for soufflé cups to portioned sauces without washing hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Plastic bag of raw chicken stored above plastic bags of raw beef in grey freezer in kitchen. 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. U-Star -; Cooked Rice (55F - Cold Holding) Cooked Mangu (54F- Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Per cook unit was left opened overnight See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. U-Star -; Cooked Rice (55F - Cold Holding) Cooked Mangu (54F- Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Per cook unit was left opened overnight See stop sale.
Cases of sodas and water on floor in hallway.
Jul 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw shell eggs stored above container of cheese in reach in cooler. Manager inverted.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Container of oil stored on floor in dry storage area. Manager elevated.
Cooked Sausage stored in cook line reach in not covered. Employee covered.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt. Reach in cooler in cook line shelves soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Feb 23, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hands washing sink front counter. Sign provided to operator.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet in triple sink leaking water.
Jan 17, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hands washing sink front counter. Sign provided to operator.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet in triple sink leaking water.
Jan 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Bag of raw chicken stored above bags of raw shrimps and bag of raw beef in silver reach in freezer. Manager inverted.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bags and bottles stored in hands washing sink front counter. Employee removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink front counter. Employee provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink front counter. Employee provided.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
Dead roaches on premises. 1) 3 dead roaches under Coca Cola reach in front counter entrance to kitchen. 2) 2 dead roaches under Roster reach in cooler entrance of Kitchen. 3) 1 dead roach under chest reach in cooler away from kitchen. 4) 1 dead roach in women's bathroom away from kitchen. Employee removed all and cleaned areas during inspection.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris. Microwave oven behind entrance door to kitchen soiled
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hands washing sink front counter. Sign provided to operator.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1) Shelf with clean containers under steam table soiled. 2) Small rack between glass reach in and stove soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Container of beef stored in standing water to thawed. Manager stored under running water.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet in triple sink leaking water.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored on floor in kitchen. Manager hanged during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables throughout kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Sep 14, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Beer reach in-; Cooked soup (50F - Cooling); Cooked beef (51F); Cooked goat (49-51F - Cooling). Per cook food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed item covered in deep pans. See stop sale.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handed a to go container to serve customer food without washing hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
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. Beer reach in-; Cooked soup (50F - Cooling); Cooked beef (51F); Cooked goat (49-51F - Cooling). Per cook food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared nor portioned today. Observed item covered in deep pans. See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked oxtails (117-120F - Hot Holding) Per Manager food item in unit over 2 hours. Manager reheated.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front counter hands washing sink blocked with 2 bottles of cleaner.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle container orange substance not labeled in kitchen.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No water in hand washing sink front counter.
1) Cases of oils stored on floor in kitchen. 2) Cases of juices and sodas stored on floor in storage room. 3) Cases of oils stored on floor in hallway next to storage room
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee cup of coffee stored on prep table in kitchen next to cooked food. Manager removed.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. 1 light shield missing in kitchen.
Plumbing system in disrepair in hand washing sink front counter.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep table in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
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.