PALA MEDITERRANEAN KITCHEN
3317 SHERIDAN ST, Hollywood FL 33021 · 480.849.7966
Last inspected Jan 15, 2026 · 8 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
★ 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--2025029381 | Feb 20, 2025 | May 6, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
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 wiped face with paper towels and returned to prepping food items without washing hands and putting on new gloves. Reviewed proper procedures with employee and manager - employee washed hands.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. In front fliptop unit, cut lettuce stored in container with regular paper towels. Employee removed paper towels.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee in back prep area wearing watch while preparing food items.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Onion bin not adequately 6 inches above floor in hallway storage area.
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Food stored on floor. 1) Bag of raw onions on floor in hallway outside kitchen. Employee placed onions in bin. 2) In storage unit 3312, cases of raw vegetables on floor. Advised manager to have employee move cases onto shelves when able.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Multiple containers with partial old labels not fully removed.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Customer food items in unsecured glassfront cooler in back hallway.
Sep 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Addition of food storage/dry storage at unit 3312, 2 doors from back entrance passing neighboring businesses
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at "3312" food storage/dry storage location
Jul 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee enter building with gloved hands and proceed to handle panned foods without removing gloves and washing hands and putting on new gloves. Discussed with employee. Employee removed gloves and washed hands
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using front counter hand wash sink as dump sink. Discussed with employee and operator.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Addition of food storage/dry storage at unit 3312, 2 doors from back entrance passing neighboring businesses
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Cooked beef prepared and frozen not date marked. Discussed date marking of cooked and frozen foods. Operator date marked
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at "3312" food storage/dry storage location
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone stored on prep table with food preparation taking place. Employee removed
Feb 20, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate2 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. 2 door stainless in back storage: cooked beef garbanzo (48F-51F - Cooling) prepared on 2/18. Unit is over stocked with multiple hotel pans blocking air flow through slotted shelves. Item not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 2 door stainless in back storage: cooked beef garbanzo (48F-51F - Cooling) prepared on 2/18. Unit is over stocked with multiple hotel pans blocking air flow through slotted shelves. Item not prepared or portioned today.
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. Raw chicken stored above raw beef in reach in freezer, operator reorganized
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Raw shell eggs being held at 74F in back hallway. Per employee eggs were received 2.5 hours ago. Employee moved to reach in cooler
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. beef pastry cooling for 30 minutes (2:10) (110F - Cooling); beef pastry 3:00 (95F - Cooling). Item moved to reach in cooler and covered between temperatures. Discussed proper cooling. Operator uncovered
Employee smoking electronic tobacco in a food storage area. Discussed with operator
Smoking or vaping in an enclosed indoor workplace.
Oct 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked beef stored in direct contact with plastic handle thank you bag in reach in freezer. Discussed with operator
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored above cooked beef in 2 door low top reach in cooler. Operator reorganized
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Shell eggs being held at an ambient temperature of 78F in dry storage. Operator states eggs were received 4 hours ago and held in dry storage. See Stop Sale
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Shell eggs being held at an ambient temperature of 78F in dry storage. Operator states eggs were received 4 hours ago and held in dry storage.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemicals stored on top shelf above dry storage items in dry storage areas. Operator started to reorganize
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth sanitizer tested at 200+ppm chlorine. Operator remade sanitizer and retested at 50ppm
May 31, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee touched pants with gloves on and then proceed to grab pita bread from oven with tongs. Employee placed bread on plate then touched bread without changing gloves. Instructed employee proper hand washing and gloves procedures.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cloth towel on hand washing sink at front counter. Operator removed and placed towel in sanitizer bucket.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in used tongs on oven door. Operator removed and placed in triple sink for cleaning.
Mar 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority7 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over salads in reach in freezer.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed handwashing sink at front line used as dump sink, evidence by waste ice found inside. -Observed utensils stored in hand wash sink at front line.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front line.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
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.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front line.
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.