SHAWARMA SHACK
11040 PEMBROKE RD, Miramar FL 33025
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 12 visits since March 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. -Observed accumulation of dead flies on glue traps in prep area. Operator discarded
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed produce in Walk In Cooler. Employee moved chicken to bottom shelf
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored next to cheese in Walk In Cooler. Employee moved to bottom shelf
Aug 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 2, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice held at 132F Employee re heat to 65F
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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Jan 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser at handwash sink next shawarma cooker broken and unable to dispense paper towels
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nov 12, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in reach in freezer.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Observed probe thermometer out of batteries.
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 chicken and sauces stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, items cooked yesterday more than 24 hours.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed cases with single used utensils stored on floor.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth at prep station not stored in sanitizer solution.
Aug 11, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked noodle in walk in cooler.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -Observed employees personal eggs stored in walk in cooler not identified or segregated from restaurant foods.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -Observed beef and chicken not stored 6 inches off walk in cooler floor.
Food stored on floor. Observed container with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor.
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Observed raw chicken and ground beef stored over bread in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over falafel in walk-in cooler. Operator removed eggs to bottom shelf.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed 2 unlabeled spray bottles with sanitizer in kitchen area. Operator labeled
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. -Observed accumulation of dead flies on glue traps in prep area. Operator discarded
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking from an open container at front line.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Operator removed
Aug 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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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 quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee eating while preparing food. -Observed employee eating in food prep while engaging in food preparation. Advise employee to eat in approved dining area.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -Observed employee drinks stored in walk in cooler on top shelf not identified and segregated from restaurant foods. Operator removed
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 in-use food preparation table. Operator removed and stored properly.
Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk in cooler floor.
Mar 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 26, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed No plans submitted to the division.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Mar 14, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed No plans submitted to the division.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
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.