POLO BAR AND GRILL
5590 W HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD, Pembroke Park FL 33023 · 9547446582
Last inspected Dec 19, 2025 · 10 visits since September 2023
APR 24
NOV 24
FEB 25
OCT 25
DEC 25
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live rodent present. 1 live rodent on pipe next to ceiling in kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025075234 | Oct 14, 2025 | Apr 14, 2026 | $800 |
| 2--2025004103 | Nov 12, 2024 | Jun 9, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Dec 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Dec 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 12-01-2025 Expired.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Container of raw chicken stored above case of French fries in large chest freezer in kitchen. Manager inverted.
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
Oct 15, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled.
Oct 14, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 16 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap. There were no soap available in kitchen upon arrival. Employee washed hands but didn't apply soap. Soap provided during inspection and employee washed hands correctly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Ziplock bags of raw shrimps and raw fish stored above sauces and salad in Atosa glass reach in cooler. See Stop sale.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 1 live Roach on wall next to triple sink in kitchen.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 11 Rodent Droppings inside oven in kitchen.
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. 1) Atosa Glass-; Sour Cream (50F); Heavy Cream (53F); Shredded Cheese (49F); Raw Conch (51F) Raw Fish 50F Cold Holding 2) Small Glass Reach in-; Bean Sprouts (50F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit over 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1) Atosa Glass-; Sour Cream (50F); Heavy Cream (53F); Shredded Cheese (49F); Raw Conch (51F) Raw Fish 50F 2) Small Glass Reach in-; Bean Sprouts (50F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit over 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop sale
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Next to the dishwashing machine.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine chemical test kit
No hot running water at three-compartment sink at the bar.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee provided during inspection.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water turned off in employees handwashing sink at the bar.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Containers of oils stored on floor next to handwashing in kitchen. Employee elevated.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled.
Standing water in employees handwashing sink. Front counter
Apr 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 12-01-2024. Expired. Operator renewed during inspection. Confirmation #247600764
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Small White Refrigerator-;Vegan shrimps (60F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food item in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Manager moved to reach in cooler to quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Greens (110F - Hot Holding); Cooked Chickpeas (120F - Hot Holding); Cooked Vegan Meat (174F - Hot Holding). Per Manager food items in unit less than 2 hours. Cook reheated.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Manager replaced.
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 soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Manager replaced.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Manager labeled bleach spray bottle during inspection.
Case of water stored on floor in kitchen. Manager elevated.
Nov 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 12, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live rodent present. 1 live rodent on pipe next to ceiling in kitchen.
Case of oil stored on floor in kitchen. Manager elevated.
Apr 1, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing sink in kitchen. Email sign to operator.
Sep 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the sanitizer. Advised operator to use triple sink in the meantime.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Front of double doors freezer next to to exit door.
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.