PADRINO'S RESTAURANT
2500 E HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD, Hallandale FL 33009 · 954.454.7111
Last inspected Feb 17, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
APR 24
NOV 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked Ground Beef (41F). Date marked 10-27. See stop sale
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025002908 | Nov 5, 2024 | Feb 24, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2023065468 | Nov 2, 2023 | Dec 14, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Operator unable to provide documentation that aquacultured fish has been raised in a controlled environment and fed formulated feed. Observed operator using raw grouper for ceviche. Unable to provide parasite destruction certification from provider. Provider complied before the inspection was complete.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Bar gun st server station with build up. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed above dish area.
Grill brush stored directly on the floor. Operator provided a bucket to store properly.
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No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in multiple cold holding units.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. 1. Front kitchen. 2. Men's rest room.
Sep 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Cooked poultry not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Chicken (150-155F - Cooking) Temperature taking right when removed from grill. Chef placed back on grill and cooked to 168F.
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee switched from working with raw chicken to cooked rice without first removing gloves or 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. Container of raw beef stored above containers of raw fish and raw Pork in Atosa 4 Drawers under grill and Flat Top. Chef inverted.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip Top-; Cooked Pork (61F Cold Holding); Sliced Cheese (60F Cold Holding); Premade Cuban Sandwiches (62F) Cold Holding) Salsa (61F Cold Holding) / Lower reach in-; Cooked Pork (62F - Cold Holding). per chef food items in unit less than 4 hours from walk in cooler. Items not prepared or portioned today. Chef add ice to quick chill and moved some of the items back in walk in cooler.
Vegetables slicer surface soiled with food debris.
Jan 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Container of raw beef stored above box of fries in walk in freezer. Manager inverted.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw beef stored above container of raw fish in 4 drawers cooler in cook line. Employee inverted.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.Ceiling Vents on top of Ice machine soiled.
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. Thawed fish in 4 drawers cooler in cool line. Employee inverted.
Working containers of flour removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled during inspection.
Jan 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.Ceiling Vents on top of Ice machine soiled.
Nov 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw chicken to Cooked chicken and cooked rice and reached out for a clean plate without washing hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hands correctly.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked Ground Beef (41F). Date marked 10-27. See stop sale
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Manager labeled degreaser spray bottle during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen.
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. Thawed fish still in ROP bag. Employee removed during inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Apr 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee handle raw chicken and raw beef and failed to wash hands before scooping white rice with a bowl without handle to serve customer meal. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hand correctly. Manager removed plates that employee touched.
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face and hat reached out for a clean plate to serve customer meal without first removing gloves or washed hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam Table- ); Cooked chicken (100-110F - Hot Holding). Per Manager food item in unit less than 2 hours. Manager reheated.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Manager labeled degreaser bottle during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. 6 Ceiling tiles in back of the house damaged.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents throughout kitchen soiled
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. Fish stored in 4 drawers reach in under grill. Manager removed from bag during inspection.
Nov 2, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee proceeded to handle a clean plate to fixed customer's food without first removing gloves or washing hands after drinking from a cup. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures with manager. Employee removed gloves and washed hands correctly.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked ground beef date exceeded 7 days. Dated 10-24. See stop Sale
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked ground beef date exceeded 7 days. Dated 10-24-23
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip top in cook line- Cuban sandwich (42-50F - Cold Holding); Cooked pork (48F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit less than 4 hours from walk in cooler. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed pan with Cuban sandwiches overfilled. Manager moved items to walk in 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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Manager labeled bleach bottle during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. 5 ceiling tiles in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen.
Employee eating while preparing food. Employee drinks from cup while making food in kitchen. Employee throws cup away during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer 0ppm. Manager remade to 200ppm.
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.