PRIME MEALS
12221 PEMBROKE ROAD, Pembroke Pines FL 33025
Last inspected Nov 17, 2025 · 7 visits since August 2023
MAR 24
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DEC 24
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NOV 25
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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 -Observed 3 live flying insects in mop sink area.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Nov 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found -Observed 3 live flying insects in mop sink area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of black substances buildup on cutting boards at prep station.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a wet wiping cloth stored in hand wash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on rice stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, rice cooked on 11/15/2025.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with seasoning stored on kitchen floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk in freezer floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk in cooler floor.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes in walls throughout kitchen.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed a light shield missing in kitchen area.
Stored food not covered. -Observed an uncovered container with gravy stored in walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth in kitchen not stored in sanitizer solution between uses.
Aug 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 3 badly dented cans of black beans, condensed milk and kidney beans at dry storage area. Operator informed and a stop sale issued.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 live flying insects in dishwashing area. Operator killed and sanitized areas
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over milk in walk in cooler. Operator removed eggs to bottom shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed hand wash sink block with rolling food cart. Operator removed cart.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator replenished.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with cleaning chemical in kitchen. Operator labeled bottle.
Employee used visibly soiled food thermometer to measure food temperatures without first cleaning the thermometer. Observed operator used soiled thermometer to check cooked chicken.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed a bug zapper installed in above food preparation table in kitchen.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed a light shield missing in kitchen are.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup on can opener blade.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed baking powder removed from the original container not labeled. Operator label.
Dec 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator replenished
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on various food items stored in walk in cooler. Per operator all items cooked and placed in unit more than 24 hours.
Food stored on floor. -Observed ice pack used to chill food items stored on walk in freezer floor.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -Observed a light shield missing in kitchen area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed cases with takeout containers stored on dry storage floor.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Aug 21, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Observed 1 badly dented can at dry storage area, operator informed and stop sale issued.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -Observed 3 live flying insects landing on mop sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup on preenex mixer head. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed food container stored inside hand wash sink at cookline.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Establishment not using current dishwashing machine. 3 compartment sink in used.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with drinks stored on walk in cooler floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk in freezer floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed cases with takeout containers stored on dry storage floor.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on walls in prep station
Mar 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 badly dented can with cranberry sauce on diy storage shelf.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground bison and raw fish stored in same container at walk in cooler. Operator removed fish.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade. operator wash and sanitizer.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishwashing machine in used.
Food stored on floor. Observed various food items stored on walk in cooler floor. Operator removed
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed black mold like substance buildup on walk in cooler exterior and gaskets.
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Observed 3 badly dented can of cream of mushroom and baby corn in dry storage. Operator informed and stop sale issued.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bottle with cleaning chemical stored in handwash sink at cookline. Operator removed and stored properly.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on various sauces stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, sauce made on 01/19/2024.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishwashing machine not in used.
Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk-in freezer floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk-in cooler floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Observed heavy ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -Observed scoops with handle stored in various seasonings containers. Operator removed
Aug 29, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 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. Observed chlorine sanitizer found at 00 ppm.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination different than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in storage area..
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.