PINK CAFE
701 N FEDERAL HWY STE 103 & 104, Hallandale FL 33009 · 7868639882
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Approximately 2 small flying insects landing on doughnuts in front counter display case.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025071772 | Sep 30, 2025 | Oct 23, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Multiple ceiling tiles moved to expose pipes, etc.
Jul 16, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat cooked soffrito. Operator corrected.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed zero (0) ppm chlorine on dish machine.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed take out ramekin used on cook line for portioning. Operator removed.
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. Observed both tuna and salmon labeled "remove from reduced oxygen package prior to thawing" at cook line, starting to thaw. Per operator, less than 2 hours. Operator removed from reduced oxygen package.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Multiple old labels (basic masking tape) on containers.
Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Multiple ceiling tiles moved to expose pipes, etc.
Dec 11, 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw chicken stored above trays of cooked potatoes in Atosa double doors reach cooler in kitchen. Chef inverted.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense sugar. Employee removed during inspection.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Employee wearing dangling bracelet.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen. Prep stored in sanitizer bucket.
Oct 1, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 30, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 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 priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Dish machine chlorine sanitizer tested at 0ppm chlorine. Instructed operator on switching sanitizer and priming. Retested at 100ppm chlorine
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on paper towel taped to beverage cup holder next to espresso machine at front counter Observed 1 live roach on front counter next to espresso machine Observed approximately 3 live roaches on control device located on ground under 2 door stainless reach in cooler holding espresso machine at front counter. Observed 1live roach on of back left wheel of 2 door stainless reach in cooler at front counter. Observed 1 live roach on water filter behind ice machine at front counter. Observed 1 live roach on wall behind ice machine at front counter. Observed 1 live roach on wall behind hand wash sink at front counter. Observed 1 live roach in gasket at 2 door stainless reach in cooler at front counter. Observed 1 live roach on ground under cook line flip top in kitchen Observed 2 live roaches inside of door frame in dry storage room in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach on wall in dry storage room in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach next to back door in kitchen
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing red substance not labeled. Operator labeled degreaser
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 5 dead dead roaches under espresso machine at front counter. Observed approximately 30 dead roaches on control device located on ground under 2 door stainless reach in cooler holding espresso machine at front counter Observed approximately 20 dead roaches on control device located on ground behind ice machine next to espresso machine at front counter. Observed 3 dead roaches on ground under cook line equipment in kitchen Observed 1 dead roach on ground under ware washing machine in kitchen. Observed 8 dead roaches on ground in dry storage room in kitchen. Observed 5 dead roaches on ground under cook flip top cooler in kitchen
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator set up sanitizer bucket at 50ppm chlorine and put wiping cloth in sanitizer bucket
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Flat top, table top burners in use with no hood system
Sep 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Approximately 2 small flying insects landing on doughnuts in front counter display case.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Trays of raw chicken stored above trays of cooked doughnuts in Atosa double doors reach in freezer next to reach in cooler in kitchen. Cook inverted.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 2 small flying insects landing on doughnuts in front counter display case.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Bag of potatoes and case of water stored on floor in dry storage area.
Working containers of oil removed from original container not identified by common name.
Jul 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.Wall above employee handwashing sink in kitchen.
Working containers of sugar removed from original container not identified by common name.Employee labeled during inspection.
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Mar 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink front counter. Employee provided.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Bag of potatoes and bag of onion stored on floor in kitchen
Jul 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 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 Box-; Spinach empanadas (123-125F - Hot Holding) Per Manager food items in unit less than 4 hours. Observed temperature on low setting. Manager switch temperature to high setting to reheated.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Both front counter and kitchen hands washing sinks blocked. Front sink pitcher of water and kitchen sink with frozen bags of spinach. Chef removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl without handle in container of flour. Chef removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag stored on rack above to go containers and next to unwrapped utensils, Employee 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.