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RANCHO NANDO

11252 PINES BLVD BAY 204, Pembroke Pines FL 33026 · 786-247-8407

Last inspected Jun 22, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats86
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1622979
Grade history
DEC 24
MAY 25
OCT 25
JAN 26
JUN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -Observed hotel and restaurant license expired on 12/01/2024
High priority/50-17-3/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

3 cases · $1,840

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025084016Oct 2, 2025Mar 19, 2026$760
2--2020049988Oct 9, 2020Apr 21, 2021$400
2--2015035942Jul 23, 2015Sep 10, 2015$680

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Jun 22, 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
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications.
Intermediate/16-54-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen
Basic/36-27-5
Jan 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License renewed at the time of inspection.
High priority/50-17-3/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef in Walk In Cooler not date marked Employee labeled container
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee removed scoop
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at handwash sink next to rice cooker table
Basic/31B-04-4
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked beef in Walk In Cooler at 39F not covered. Employee covered food item
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Oct 2, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -Observed raw beef stored over bag with onions in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked ribs in walk in cooler. -Observed raw chicken stored over cooked beans in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no measuring device available.
Intermediate/16-62-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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 cooked beans stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, beans cooked more than 24 hours.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at dishwashing area.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of brown like substances build up in ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with cooking oils and box with plantains stored on kitchen floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk in freezer floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between cooler and prep table.
Basic/10-17-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Stored food not covered. -Observed several uncovered containers with cooked foods stored in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
May 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw chicken stored over cooked potatoes in walk-in cooker. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked ribs in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed bag with pasta stored in hand wash sink at prep station.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Repeat Violation
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Observed employee drinking water stored on food preparation table next to food items. Operator discarded at will.
Basic/12B-07-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor. -Observed container with food items stored on walk in cooler floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Basic/10-17-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4
Stored food not covered. -Observed container with cooked potatoes stored in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5
Dec 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -Observed hotel and restaurant license expired on 12/01/2024
High priority/50-17-3/Warning/Return visit Dec 9, 2024 · Time Extended
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw chicken stored over hot dogs in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 9, 2024 · Time Extended
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 9, 2024 · Time Extended
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 9, 2024 · Time Extended
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 9, 2024 · Time Extended
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 cooked ribs stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, ribs cooked more than 24 hours.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 9, 2024 · Time Extended
Food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 9, 2024 · Time Extended
In-use knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives stored between walls and sink in dishwashing area.
Basic/10-17-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 9, 2024 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 9, 2024 · Time Extended
Dec 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
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. Sanitizer found at 00 ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -Observed hotel and restaurant license expired on 12/01/2024
High priority/50-17-3/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw chicken stored over hot dogs in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Repeat Violation/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
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 cooked ribs stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, ribs cooked more than 24 hours.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup inside ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Observed employee open container with drinks stored on in-use food preparation table.
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Observed employee cellular phone stored on food preparation table next to food items. Operator removed and stored properly.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At ice machine.
Basic/10-08-5/Warning
In-use knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives stored between walls and sink in dishwashing area.
Basic/10-17-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Stored food not covered. -Observed various uncovered containers with TCS foods stored in walk in cooler. Items are not cooling.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Jul 25, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
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. Found at 00 ppm. Operator replenished.
High priority/22-41-4
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -Observed container with raw beef stored over potatoes in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked shrimp in reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Manager returned during inspection.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen area.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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 cooked potatoes stored in walk in cooler. Potatoes cooked yesterday morning.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at dishwashing area.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of black substance buildup inside ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5
Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on kitchen floor. -Observed containers with various food items stored on walk in cooler floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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 flour and rice containers. Operator removed.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handwashing sink in kitchen.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Stored food not covered. -Observed various uncovered containers with food items stored in walk in cooler. Operator covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour removed from the original containers not identified by common names.
Basic/02D-01-5
Feb 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed hotel and restaurant license expired on 12/01/2023 operator renewed her license during inspection.
High priority/50-17-3
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk-in cooler.
High priority/08A-20-5
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Manager returned during inspection.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser in dishwashing area. Operator label bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in kitchen area opposite walk in cooler.
Basic/36-36-4/Repeat Violation
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinking water stored on food preparation table. Operator discarded at will.
Basic/12B-07-4
Food stored on floor. Observed containers with meat stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly. -Observed container with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor -Observed various food items stored on walk in freezer floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -Observed scoop with handle stored in ice machine.
Basic/10-08-5
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, hand wash sink in kitchen.
Basic/31B-04-4
Oct 24, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Ceiling tile missing. -Observed ceiling tiles missing throughout kitchen
Basic/36-36-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 24, 2023 · Time Extended
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with potatoes stored on walk in cooler floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 24, 2023 · Time Extended
Oct 17, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
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 solution at dishwashing machine at 00 ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. -Observed chef change gloves after touching garbage container, changed gloves without washing hands and continued to engaged in food preparation.
High priority/12A-07-5/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw beef stored over empanadas in walk-in freezer.
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed seafood mixture cold held at 47°F in flip top cooler. Per operator, item placed in unit 35 minutes prior to the inspection. Operator placed ice pack on item for quick chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. -Observed employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Warning
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwash sink in kitchen removed.
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Warning
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -Observed all employees training certification expired on 10/16/2023.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed 2 unlabeled spray bottles with degreaser at dishwashing area.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup inside ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -Observed no handle bowl used to dispense cooked rice
Basic/14-01-5/Warning
Ceiling tile missing. -Observed ceiling tiles missing throughout kitchen
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -Observed 2 employees engaging in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with potatoes stored on walk in cooler floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed flour removed from the original container not identified by common name.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning

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.