PIMAN
1560 NE 4 AVE, Fort Lauderdale FL 33304 · 954-356-7995
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 20 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roach found. Cookline-1 live roach on wall beside reach in 2 door cooler in kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
8 cases · $4,120
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025061667 | Jul 23, 2025 | Nov 5, 2025 | — |
| 2--2024050673 | Jul 31, 2024 | Feb 26, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2024016555 | Mar 13, 2024 | Aug 22, 2024 | $800 |
| 2--2023035929 | Jun 22, 2023 | Oct 18, 2023 | $800 |
| 2--2021052372 | Nov 6, 2021 | Jan 18, 2022 | $1,200 |
| 2--2021006379 | Jan 5, 2021 | Mar 15, 2021 | $400 |
| 2--2019027140 | May 7, 2019 | Jun 27, 2019 | $320 |
| 2--2017012089 | Mar 6, 2017 | Apr 18, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
20 visits, newest first
Aug 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Per Ketia Sainval expired 6/5/26
Equipment in poor repair. The reach in cooler door handles are broken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with rust. The reach in cooler shelves are rusted and chipping.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Aug 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. In the reach in cooler near the entrance to the kitchen, raw whole fish (57F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (57F - Cold Holding). The items were stored in the cooler overnight. They were not prepped or portioned today. The items were discarded. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the reach in cooler near the entrance to the kitchen, raw whole fish (57F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (57F - Cold Holding). The items were stored in the cooler overnight. They were not prepped or portioned today. The items were discarded. See Stop Sale.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Per Ketia Sainval expired 6/5/26
Equipment in poor repair. The reach in cooler door handles are broken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with rust. The reach in cooler shelves are rusted and chipping.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Jun 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. A bucket of detergent powder was stored above a bowl of gizzards. The bucket was removed.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cut cabbage (81F - Cooling) since 8:00am at 10:25, 81 F at 10:55. The product did not cool by any degrees during this period of time. At this rate the product will not cool to 41F within the time allowed. The cabbage was moved to a reach in cooler to more rapidly cool.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Ketia Sainval expired 6/5/26
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At the ware washing area. Paper towels were supplied
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In the bucket of cut cabbage, a small plastic ramekin was stored inside and used to dispense the food. The ramekin was removed
Equipment in poor repair. The double door reach in cooler handles are broken.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind the reach in freezer is a buildup of food debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Under the triple sink, 2 bags of gizzards were thawing in a bowl of standing water. The gizzards were removed from the water and moved to the cooler.
Jan 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At the rear door hand sink. Paper towels were provided
Food stored on floor. In the kitchen, a bin of raw potatoes were stored on the floor. The bin was moved off of the floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In the kitchen, a box of portion cups was stored on the floor. The box was moved off of the floor.
Jul 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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At cook line Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Next to triple sink two door cooler has rusted shelves.
Jul 23, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Next to back door small chest freezer, fish stored in trash bags.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Cook line - On right side of two door reach in cooler - one live roach. Operator exterminated roach and removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At front glass counter - cooked pasta (114F - Hot Holding). Per operator item was prepared this morning at approximately 8:00 am. Operator placed item on stove for reheat second temperature -164F.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. Provided big 6 poster for Manager.
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. Provided vomit poster for Manager.
Hand wash sink disconnected dish washing area. Must be reconnected.
At cook line Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave door handle has accumulation of food debris.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Next to kitchen back door - containers of plastic oil kegs. Next to ware drying rack - bag of onions. Dry storage area - cases of water in plastic bottles. Dry storage area - mayonnaise in plastic bottles. Front counter - large container with individually wrapped loaves of bread. Front counter - Gatorade in plastic bottles.
Dead roaches on premises. Cook line- On left side of two door reach in cooler - approximately 5 dead roaches. Operator removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. At ware dry storage rack employee handbag stored amongst food service cooking equipment. Operator removed and stored in designated area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. At cook line, under and around all cooking and cold holding equipment has accumulation of debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign located on hand wash sink at cook line.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Next to triple sink two door cooler has rusted shelves.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. At cook line frozen spinach thawing at room temperature. Operator removed and began to cook.
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot rail- cooked banana (128F - Hot Holding).per operator item out less than 4 hours. Operator placed item on stove to reheat
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing in bathroom
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tile soiled in guest rest room
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Oven door in disrepair
Aug 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. 2 ceiling tiles over prep table in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Cookline- oven door not properly attached to oven.
- From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Located at the rear exit door, and storage area.
Jul 31, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 31, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Veggie stew and rice on Cookline with nonfood grade plastic bag. Operator removed.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roach found. Cookline-1 live roach on wall beside reach in 2 door cooler in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Cook line reach in raw fish- ambient cooling 45 minutes at 10 am (57F - Cooling) at 11:10 am 53F. At this rate proper ambient cooling will not occur. Operator moved items to freezer to quick chill.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. 2 ceiling tiles over prep table in kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Cookline- 3 dead roaches on floor left of 2 door reach in.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on shelf with cookware, operator removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Cookline- oven door not properly attached to oven.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Trash on ground in enclosure next to dumpster.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Spoon handle in spice mixture on Cookline. Operator removed.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Behind establishment discarded mop sick, prep sink, mirror, light bulbs.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Located at the rear exit door, and storage area.
Jul 15, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 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/. Per Plan Review, last correspondence was in Feb 2024 letting establishment know that insufficient information was received.
May 14, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 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/. Per Plan Review, last correspondence was in Feb 2024 letting establishment know that insufficient information was received.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. At triple sink.
May 14, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
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/. Front counter steam table added and kitchen 3 compartment sink removed. Per OB at Plan Review, establishment submitted to plan review however plans were denied.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Yukon unit.
Mar 13, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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/. Front counter steam table added and kitchen 3 compartment sink removed. Per OB at Plan Review, establishment submitted to plan review however plans were denied.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Yukon unit.
Mar 13, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach on floor at entrance to cookline. At least two live roaches in compressor area and under chest freezer at entrance to cookline. Operator exterminated and removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter - cooked pasta (110-111F - Hot Holding). Per operator holding approximately an hour. Operator moved back to stovetop to properly reheat.
No dishwashing facilities of any kind provided. Establishment removed 3 compartment sink. No other means of ware washing available.
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/. Front counter steam table added and kitchen 3 compartment sink removed. Per OB at Plan Review, establishment submitted to plan review however plans were denied.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Yukon unit.
Mar 13, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 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/. Per OB at Plan Review, operator has been requested to send info from a proviso request sent from Plan Review in January 2024.
Jan 12, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 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/. Per OB at Plan Review, operator has been requested to send info from a proviso request sent from Plan Review in January 2024.
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.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Visibly soiled cardboard in front counter reach in glass cooler containing bottled drinks and juice.
Ceiling tile missing. By storage room.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit-in Yukon unit.
Jan 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate5 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. Yukon Refrigeration Reach in cooler-beans (47F - cold Holding). Per operator beans were held in unit over night. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Yukon Refrigeration Reach in cooler; turkey (61F - Cold Holding); hotdog (54F - Cold Holding); cheese (54F - Cold Holding); graded cheese (54F - Cold Holding); beans (47F - cold Holding). Per operator beans were held in unit over night. All other items were placed in unit less than 3 hours ago. Operator moved items to freezer to quick chill. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline-chicken (128-137F - Hot Holding)-per operator holding for less than 2 hours. Advised operator to immediately reheat to 165F and hot hold at 135F or higher. Operator increased heat. Prep table- white rice (115F - Hot Holding) per operator cooked less than 2 hours ago. Operator moved item to steam table to reheat.
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. Provided handout to operator.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using front counter sink to fill water pitcher. Reviewed proper use of hand sinks. Employee used approved sink.
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/. Per OB at Plan Review, operator has been requested to send info from a proviso request sent from Plan Review in January 2024.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Visibly soiled cardboard in front counter reach in glass cooler containing bottled drinks and juice.
Ceiling tile missing. By storage room.
Food stored on floor. Case of plastic water bottles and to go items stored on floor at front counter. Case of plastic water bottles stored on floor by kitchen door to front counter. Case of yellow yams on floor under dry storage. Operator stored it properly.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit-in Yukon unit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front Counter hand sink.
Oct 23, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 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/. Front counter - in counter steam tables added. No hand sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles and gaskets. All refrigerators.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves - front counter glass door refrigerator.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee items stored on bags of rice and dry storage shelving.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. 2 door Ikon unit.
Stored food not covered. Front counter glass door cooler - container of cut tomatoes and cut lettuce stored uncovered in drink cooler.
Aug 22, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over cooked goat in 2 door Icon. Operator stored all items properly.
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. Provided handout for operator.
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/. Front counter - in counter steam tables added. No hand sink.
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. 1 new employee without handler certification. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles and gaskets. All refrigerators.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves - front counter glass door refrigerator.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee items stored on bags of rice and dry storage shelving.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. 2 door Ikon unit.
Stored food not covered. Front counter glass door cooler - container of cut tomatoes and cut lettuce stored uncovered in drink cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Front counter - operator stored properly.
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.