TASTE OF PAKISTAN
1411 N PALM AVE, Pembrokepines FL 33026 · 954-404-9453
Last inspected Apr 17, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 26 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,100
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2019032452 | Jun 10, 2019 | Jul 24, 2019 | $700 |
| 2--2018021736 | Apr 20, 2018 | May 16, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 17, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken being thawed in standing water
Feb 13, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -Observed hotel and restaurant license expired in 12/01/2025.
Feb 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese 45F Milk; (43F - Cold Holding); Semolina (44F) in reach in cooler
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink blocked by garbage can
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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 personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee food in Flip top Cooler Employee removed and discard food item
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken being thawed in standing water
Dec 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -Observed hotel and restaurant license expired in 12/01/2025.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed ground beef stored over ice cream in reach in freezer. Operator relocate to bottom shelf.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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 proof of employees training at this time.
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.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots and other food containers stored inside mop sink. Operator removed to be washed and sanitized.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of black mold like substances buildup on walls at 3 compartment sink
Jul 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 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 chicken in reach in cooler. Operator transfer eggs to bottom shelf.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cook chick peas cold holding in glass door refrigerator at 46F. Per operator, peas placed in unit from yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cook chick peas cold holding in glass door refrigerator at 46F. Per operator, peas placed in unit from yesterday. See stop sale.
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 stored in reach in cooler. Per operator, chicken cooked yesterday more than 24 hours.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Observed employee drinks stored on in-use food preparation table next to various food items. Operator discarded at will.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employees drinks stored on top shelf in reach in cooler not segregated or identified from restaurant food items.
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -Observed tongs stored on oven handle at cook line. Operator removed and stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawing in standing water at prep area. Operator placed chicken underneath running water.
Feb 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -Observed raw chicken stored over case with tomatoes in reach in cooler. Operator removed chicken to bottom shelf.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken cold held in true refrigerator at 43-49F and cooked goat meats at 48-49F. Per operator, both items cooked and placed in refrigerator from yesterday. None of these items removed from refrigerator since.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked chicken cold held in true refrigerator at 43-49F and cooked goat meats at 48-49F. Per operator, both items cooked and placed in refrigerator from yesterday. None of these items removed from refrigerator since. See stop sale.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -Observed accumulation of soil residue buildup on glass refrigerator doors.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -Observed clean pots and food containers stored on shelves not inverted.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed and stored properly.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 4 containers with gas stored in storage area. Each contain more than 1lb gas capacity.
Sep 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed various food items stored in hand wash sink in kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor.
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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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 glass door cooler. Operator relocate raw chicken to bottom shelf.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food container stored inside hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator replenished.
Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed various food items stored on dry storage floor.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup in glass doors reach in cooler.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed takeout containers stored on dry storage floor.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed drills and other maintenance tools stored on food storage shelves next to various food items.
Stored food not covered. Observed an uncovered bag with rice in dry storage. Operator dispense in a closed container.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.Observed container with frozen soup thawing at room temperature. Operator began the process of reheating soup on stove.
Nov 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw beef and chicken stored over cooked rice in glass door refrigerator. 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 mark on cooked rice stored in refrigerator. Per operator, rice cooked on 11/04/2023. Operator correctly date marked rice.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -Observed no handle bowl used to dispense flour in dry storage.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. -Observed clean cutting board and can opener stored next to hand wash sink. Operator removed
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. Operator label 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.