OSMOW'S MEDITERRANEAN
12801 W SUNRISE BLVD F215, Sunrise FL 33323 · 7866855371
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 12 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 1) 3 live roaches on shelf above Triple Sink in kitchen. 2) 3 live roaches in storage container containing measuring cups, and utensils on shelf above triple sink in kitchen. 4) 1 live roach in cutting gloves on shelf above Triple sink in kitchen. 3) 1 live roach on cart next to cooking oil and containers of chicken bases,
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026019439 | Mar 18, 2026 | Apr 23, 2026 | $400 |
| 2--2024022129 | Mar 28, 2024 | May 9, 2024 | $200 |
| 2--2017045897 | Aug 28, 2017 | Oct 11, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup on floor at doorway to walk in freezer.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee beverage in True single door cool by cookline.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Tray of plastic cutlery at front counter has handles mixed in both directions.
Mar 18, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Mar 17, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 1) 3 live roaches on shelf above Triple Sink in kitchen. 2) 3 live roaches in storage container containing measuring cups, and utensils on shelf above triple sink in kitchen. 4) 1 live roach in cutting gloves on shelf above Triple sink in kitchen. 3) 1 live roach on cart next to cooking oil and containers of chicken bases,
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 1) 10 dead roaches in storage container on shelf above triple sink in kitchen. 2) 8 dead roaches on shelf above triple sink in kitchen. 3) 2 dead roaches next to electrical panel in kitchen.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing dangling bracelets.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean Containers on shelf next to triple sink.
Feb 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Feb 3, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee cleaned ear and proceeded to put on gloves before washing hands to initiate task working with food. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 12-01-2025
1 Ceiling tile missing in back of the house.
Current Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter. Sign provided to operator.
Oct 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink near front counter does not have soap. Operator placed bottle of soap
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Stainless steel container has accumulation of water. Operator moved
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing sink near front counter does not have hand wash sign.
Jan 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 15, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in walk-in cooler mozzarella cheese opened 11/14 not date marked.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed lamb (131F - Hot Holding). Per operator item has been out of temperature for approximately 2 hours. Reheated to 182F.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter.
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. Observed no proof of training for Sara O. employed more than 60 days.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle cup used to portion seasoning stored under prep table in kitchen. PIC removed cup.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed vegetable stored above ready to eat cheese in walk-in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink. PIC stored mop in a way to allow proper air drying.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed 0ppm. Corrected to 200ppm.
Aug 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter.
Mar 28, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above ready to eat yellow rice. PIC removed and stored appropriately.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator, item was placed in unit approximately 45mins prior to inspection. Items were not prepared or portioned today. Operator placed ice in unit to allow item to rapid cool.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed an accumulation of dust on AC vents in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on floor in walk-in freezer.
Feb 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 18, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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. - Front counter Observed chimichry (49-50F - Cold Holding). Per operator, item was not prepared or portioned today. Item was prepared two days prior to inspection. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Front counter Observed chimichry (49-50F - Cold Holding). Per operator, item was not prepared or portioned today. Item was prepared two days prior to inspection. See stop sale.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth sanitizing solution at over 500ppm. Manager discarded and set solution to 200ppm.
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 Managers Certificate for Naomy L. expired 2-23-23.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - Kitchen Observed employee beverage stored on shelf next to food items used in establishment. Owner 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.