PEKING HOUSE
899 N HOMESTEAD BLVD, Homestead FL 33030
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
JAN 24
AUG 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on Oct 2024.
★ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021044846 | Sep 16, 2021 | Apr 13, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority2 Intermediate21 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 25 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in lowboy; raw eggs behind cooked pork. Operator fixed order during inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed WD40 on same shelf as seasonings across warewash. Operator removed.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Observed dry dish racks soiled.
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Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bathroom facility not clean. Observed toilet and urinalysis stained.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men's and women's restroom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli cup as scoop in sugar container.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed multiple handles of equipment soiled.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to ceiling tiles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed outside of walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phones across cook line on top of cooler and prep tables.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in walk in cooler. Observed in kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of chicken skewers on floor in walk in freezer. Operator removed from floor during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest and walk in freezer.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed Jo copy of most recent inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled. Observed multiple gaskets soiled throughout kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple freezers.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in cooler and freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed under table where utensils are held.
Mar 5, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 35 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority3 Intermediate26 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine at Walter station above fortune cookies. Operator removed during inspection.
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 chlorine DM with 0 ppm.
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Observed probe thermometer soiled. Inspector provided alcohol swab to clean thermometer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in lowboy; raw eggs behind cooked pork. Operator fixed order during inspection.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed chef cutting raw chicken with gloves hands, then go into walk in cooler and chicken wing into deep fryer. Inspector spoke to operator and provided hand wash handout.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed WD40 on same shelf as seasonings across warewash. Operator removed.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Observed dry dish racks soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed none in men's restroom.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bathroom facility not clean. Observed toilet and urinalysis stained.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men's and women's restroom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli cup as scoop in sugar container.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed multiple handles of equipment soiled.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to ceiling tiles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed outside of walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phones across cook line on top of cooler and prep tables.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in walk in cooler. Observed in kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of chicken skewers on floor in walk in freezer. Operator removed from floor during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest and walk in freezer.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed Jo copy of most recent inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled. Observed multiple gaskets soiled throughout kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple freezers.
Stored food not covered. Observed bread stored in chest freezer uncovered.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork ribs thawing in standing water.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in cooler and freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on cook line.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed bucket of WC on floor under prep sink.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed under table where utensils are held.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar; no label. Operator wrote down name.
Oct 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where dry dishes are stored. Observed soiled shelves in walk in cooler.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to ice bin; no soap. Operator filled on site. Observed no soap at hand sink in handicap stall; men's restroom.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish rack. Observed under prep tables where dry food is stored.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Bathroom facility not clean. Observed urinal soiled in men's restroom.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in hallway leading to kitchen; water damage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout hallway leading to kitchen and in kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current licensed not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
Food stored on floor. Observed water bottles on floor in hall. Operator placed on shelf.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of equipment soiled throughout establishment; ice bin, stove area, under cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed flour, rice bags not properly sealed in kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
Sep 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 28 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority5 Intermediate16 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed ibuprofen and CoQ10 stored on register counter above utensils and fortune cookies. Operator removed.
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 dish machine with chlorine sanitizer; 0 ppm.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee come from outside and begin without handwashing. Inspector coached operator on proper techniques; employee washed hands.
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wipe face with towel; no handwashing. Inspector stepped in and coached employee on proper techniques, employee removed gloves and went to wash hands.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed cooked pork inside cardboard box next to kitchen exit.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in across cook line: raw eggs over cooked pork. Employees changed order.
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. Observed raw chicken and beef above cheese wontons. Operator corrected on site.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where dry dishes are stored. Observed soiled shelves in walk in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in men's restroom in handicap stall.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to ice bin; no soap. Operator filled on site. Observed no soap at hand sink in handicap stall; men's restroom.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish rack. Observed under prep tables where dry food is stored.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Bathroom facility not clean. Observed urinal soiled in men's restroom.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in hallway leading to kitchen; water damage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout hallway leading to kitchen and in kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current licensed not displayed.
Employee eating while preparing food. Observed employee on cook line chewing gum.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee with AirPod in ear at cook line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
Food stored on floor. Observed water bottles on floor in hall. Operator placed on shelf.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior with rice inside.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of equipment soiled throughout establishment; ice bin, stove area, under cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed flour, rice bags not properly sealed in kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed MSG container with no label; operator placed sticker with name.
Mar 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine quaternary ammonium 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 chlorine was 0ppm..
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine was 0ppm.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork. stored inside supermarket bags next to 3 compartment sink.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on Oct 2024.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs above reach in cooler at 46°F as per employee less than 2 hours. Employee placed eggs inside the reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ribs inside the reach in cooler by the stove not date marked. As per employees food was cooked 2 days ago.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at reach in cooler cutting board across the stove.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn in front line.
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic soy container stored on the floor. Operator removed it.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed at reach in cooler by the stove. Operator removed it.
Stored food not covered. Observed whole chicken stored inside the walk in cooler not covered.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork in standing water next to the 3 compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored in preparation table. Employee removed it.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with sugar not identified by the exit door.
Aug 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Employee was coached to wash hands inside the kitchen area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Employee washed it.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a metal can used as scoop inside the rice. Operator removed it.
Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Operator removed the drink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees with not hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at the front line.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic oil container and soy sauce stored on the floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at the front line.
Stored food not covered. Observed food stored inside the reach in cooler and walk in freezer and cooler not covered.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth stored in preparation table.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with sugar not identified. Employee labeled the sugar.
Jan 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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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. Form was provided to operator.
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. Form was provided to operator.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed some food inside the reach in cooler and walk in cooler not date marked. As per operator more than 24 hours.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as scoop inside the sugar container.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 2 employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at the kitchen area.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has 60 seats but it's license is for 40 seat.
Food stored on floor. Observed soy sauce plastic containers stored on the kitchen's floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at the reach in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed an utensil stored in standing water @ 90° F at the preparation table. Operator removed the water.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed a wet towel under a white cutting board at the preparation table. Operator removed it.
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. Observed foods at the walk in cooler not covered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic container with sugar not identified.
Jul 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed shrimps stored inside supermarket bags in the reach in freezer. Operator removed them.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board not longer cleanable at the reach in cooler preparation table.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork, chicken inside walk in cooler not date marked. As per operator food was cooked Monday.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as scoop inside the sugar container.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 3 plus cutting boards not longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed some floor tiles in disrepair at the kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed soy sauce stored on the floor next to ice machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at the kitchen area. Operator removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed at the preparation area. Operator removed them.
Stored food not covered. Observed pork ribs not covered inside the walk in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.observed a plastic container with sugar not labeled.
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