SABOR DOMINICANO RESTAURANT
7100 PEMBROKE RD STE A, Miramar FL 33023 · 786-319-3090
Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1) 7 rodent droppings on top of water heater in storage room away from the kitchen. 2) 8 rodent droppings under water heater in storage room away from the kitchen. Manager cleaned and sanitized area during inspection. Observed single door freezer and a refrigerator next to water heater closet.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025055263 | — | Aug 12, 2025 | — |
| 2--2022053465 | Sep 16, 2022 | May 10, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed line cook drying his hands on apron.
Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed line cook rinse hands at 3 compartment prep sink, no soap, no towels, after handling raw chicken. Instructed to wash correctly.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed CFM certification for former partner, no longer here. Advised 60 days to have Certified Food Manager for establishment.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by cook line.
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. Benito (line cook) more than 60 days, no proof of training.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple food items ( cooked pork, cooked chicken, chimichurri, sauce,etc, etc, all prepared 25-48 hours prior, no date marks.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed line cook no hair restraint.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cooked chicken stored in broken plastic containers. Operator changed containers.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line spoons and spatulas stored in water 87°F.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee washed hands with no soap while still wearing gloves. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hands correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam Table- Cooked Chicken (117-120F - Hot Holding) Per Cook food item in unit less than an hour. Cook reheated.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container stored in employees handwashing sink in kitchen. Employee removed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Manager labeled degreaser spray bottle during inspection.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.Both bathrooms.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen. Cook stored in sanitizer bucket.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's Bathroom.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
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.
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1) 8 rodent dropping inside drawer next to malanga in kitchen. 2) 2 rodent dropping next to stove in kitchen. 3) 2 rodent droppings under rack with clean dishes and containers in kitchen. 4) 3 rodent droppings next to true double doors reach in cooler at entrance of kitchen. 5) 3 rodent droppings next to water heater in dry storage area in a separate room away from the 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. Cooked Oxtails (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Rice (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken (51F); Cheese (49F). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Oxtails (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Rice (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken (51F); Cheese (49F). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
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.
Dead rodent present. 1 dead rodent under Double Doors freezer in kitchen. Manager removed during inspection.
Gallon of oil stored on floor in kitchen. Manager elevated.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall between triple sink and stove soiled in kitchen.
Working containers of flour removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled during inspection.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Bags of raw beef stored above bags of shredded cheese in storage room reach in freezer. Manager inverted.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw chicken stored above container of raw beef in reach in cooler next to prep table in kitchen. Manager inverted.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1) 7 rodent droppings on top of water heater in storage room away from the kitchen. 2) 8 rodent droppings under water heater in storage room away from the kitchen. Manager cleaned and sanitized area during inspection. Observed single door freezer and a refrigerator next to water heater closet.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine chemical test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Manager replaced during inspection.
Cases of oils stored in kitchen next to exit door. Manager elevated.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water 75F. Hands washing sink at entrance door water turned off. 2 hands washing sinks in kitchen.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Women's bathroom.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw fish stored above container of cooked tripes in True double doors reach in cooler. Container of raw beef stored above container of cooked chicken in True double doors reach in cooler. Manager inverted.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Manager replaced.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board under prep table in kitchen.
Gasket in 4 drawers reach in under prep table torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Ice cream glass chest freezer.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. 1) Container of raw beef stored above container of cooked beef in whirlpool white freezer 2) Container of raw fish stored above opened box of cheese and bags of fries in True freezer located in storage room. 3) Container of raw beef stored above bags of frozen juice in Whirlpool freezer locate in storage room.Manager inverted.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed milk with expiration date of 09-08-23 stored in fogel lowboy front counter. See stop sale
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed milk with expiration date of 09-08-23 stored in fogel lowboy cooler front counter. See stop sale
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bowl stored in hands washing sink in kitchen. Manager removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink entrance of kitchen. Manager provided.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. 2 ceiling tiles in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water cup and coffee cup stored on prep table in kitchen next to clean utensils and bowls. Manager removed.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep table in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Working containers of rice removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled rice container.
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.