SHAWARMAZ, INC
14445 MIRAMAR PKWY, Miramar FL 33027 · 3059043144
Last inspected Jan 22, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
FEB 24
JUL 24
NOV 24
SEP 25
JAN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 37 points off where it started.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Poster emailed, operator printed.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $550
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2018015564 | Feb 13, 2018 | Jun 29, 2018 | $150 |
| 2--2015018769 | Apr 21, 2015 | May 13, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 22, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken, not commercially packaged, stored above raw lamb inside three door freezer. Operator properly stored.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked egg plant (53F - Cold Holding) front counter make table. Per operator, food not prepped or portioned today; food stored out of temperature for approximately two hours. Operator put food inside freezer to quick chill.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of cleaner stored on top of ice cream freezer at front counter. Employee removed.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed two cups stored inside front counter hand wash sink. Operator removed.
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In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored in between flip top coolers at cook line. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoop stored inside 76F standing water at front counter. Operator dumped water.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a case of plastic flatware stored on floor at front counter. Operator properly stored.
Sep 29, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Fries over raw chicken breast in ziplock bag. Employee placed raw chicken on bottom.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. rice 112 ( - Hot Holding), per operator food hot held less than two hours. Employee reheated on microwave to 172F
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Unable to calibrate. Thermometer stayed on 38F.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Not available on site.
Equipment in poor repair. Bottom shelf or reach in cooler, substantial build up of rust.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters- substantial build up of grease and soil.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Two doors reach in cooler- bottom shelf-soiled with food spills.
Nov 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm
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. Raw Beef patties over raw shrimps, employee placed beef burgers under sea food.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee touched cell phone and pants, then continue to set a plate of cooked rice and chicken skewers, using same gloves. After instructed, employee discarded gloves, washed hands and put in new pair of gloves.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cook line-sponge and spoon inside, employee removed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Right side of hood filter in cook line- substantial build up of grease
Aug 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked cauliflower (75 - Hot Holding); grilled eggs plant (79F - Hot Holding) per employee food need to be warm, advised operator to placed food on time procedures.
Jul 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Two cans of raid below dishwasher machine
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food not prepared or portioned today. -Cold holding display-; garlic cream (52F - Cold Holding); hummus (50F - Cold Holding); egg plant cream (52F - Cold Holding); per employee -1) flip top-sliced tomato's (52F - Cold Holding); hummus (50F - Cold Holding); garlic and oil mix cream (51F-Cold holding ) -2) Flip top; sliced American cheese (55F - Cold Holding) food held less than 4 hours, observed containers without cover, Employee add ice for a quick chill and cover containers
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked cauliflower (75 - Hot Holding); grilled eggs plant (79F - Hot Holding) per employee food need to be warm, advised operator to placed food on time procedures.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Coffee machine water hose inside sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wiping cloth, sponge, coffee cup and food debris inside sink in cook line.
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/ 4 employees working on food preparation.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug light lamp on top of dishwasher machine, employee removed.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop on floor in front of triple sink. Employee stored properly
Feb 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Poster emailed, operator printed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Kitchen area, employee cleaned and sanitized
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Cook line-sign emailed, operator printed.
Dec 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.