ZAATAR SHAWARMA FALAFEL STATION
1021 W HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD 104, Hallandale Beach FL 33009 · 9549375425
Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 28 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Atosa reach in -; Cooked rice (45F - Cooling). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2018053709 | Sep 28, 2018 | Dec 12, 2018 | $320 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 24, 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
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple items, no date marks. Observed marinated chicken 36-48 hours since preparation, no date marks.
Food stored on floor. Observed bags of rice stored directly on the floor.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Jan 8, 2026Inspection 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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salad Station-; Cooked Chickpeas (42-50F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food item in unit less than 4 hours. Item not prepared or portioned today. Observed pan overfilled. Manager moved to portion to another cooler to quick chill
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine chemical test kit.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Cases of oils stored on floor next to triple sink in kitchen.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink.Slow draining water in kitchen employees handwashing sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Sep 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine chemical test kit.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Jul 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched hair/ wipes face with towel and proceeded to fix guest food even reach out for napkins to place in the bag without fist washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen handwash sink blocked with containers of sauces and bag of rice.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine chemical test kit.
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.
No soap provided at front counter handwash sink.. Employee replaced during inspection.
Containers of oils, sauces and bag of rice stored on floor in kitchen.
Very slow draining water in front counter handwash sink
Dec 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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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Food stored on floor. Cases of oils stored on floor next to triple sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored in mop bucket after use.
Working containers of oil removed from original container not identified by common name.
Aug 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trays stored in handwashing sink in kitchen. Manager removed.
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.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
1) Case of oil stored on floor in kitchen. 2) bag of rice stored on floor in kitchen. Manager elevated.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Both handwashing sinks soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored next to triple sink. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Dec 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Atosa reach in -; Cooked rice (45F - Cooling). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw chicken stored above case of yogurt in Atosa vegetables cooler. Manager inverted.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Atosa reach in -; Cooked rice (45F - Cooling). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Multiple pans stored in hand washing sink in kitchen. Manager removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No strips to test chlorine sanitizer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink front counter. Manager replaced during inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink front counter. Manager replaced.
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.
Cases of oil stored on floor in kitchen next to prep table.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored on floor next to mop sink. Manager hanged to dry.
Jul 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bag of rice stored in hands washing sink next to triple sink. Manager removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in both hand washing sinks.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink in prep area. Manager provided.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing water per manager not labeled. Manager discarded content.
Cases of oil stored on floor in kitchen.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of /grease/food debris.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottle of oil next to prep table not labeled.Manager labeled.
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.