Fifteen South Florida establishments were ordered shut last week by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation following state inspections and rodent activity appeared to be a major issue.
Eight of those closures involved live or dead rodents, or droppings found in kitchens, storage rooms and prep areas. Among them: Ichimi in Miami, IHOP in North Miami Beach, Pack Supermarket in Miami, Express Caribbean Restaurant in North Lauderdale, Super Machi Grill & Bar in Miami, China Village in Miami, Habanos on the Creek in Tavernier, and Tortilleria Fritanga Gonzalez in Hialeah.
Others were closed for roach activity, fly infestations, food held at unsafe temperatures, and unsanitary conditions. At Little Caesars Pizza in Hialeah, inspectors reported something especially disturbing dozens of dead maggots found on the kitchen floor, along with live flies and mold-like buildup throughout the food prep area.
And at Golden Rose Ice Cream Bar in Fort Lauderdale, inspectors discovered living and sleeping quarters opening directly into the food service area, with no running water at required handwashing and triple sinks.
In total, inspectors cited hundreds of health code violations across the 15 locations.
All of the establishments were allowed to reopen following ordered cleanups and re-inspections.
**ICHIMI
COLLECTION AT MIDTOWN MIAMI
3250 NE 1ST AVE.
MIAMI
ORDERED SHUT 10/18
15 VIOLATIONS FOUND
ALSO ORDERED SHUT 2/01/24 (RODENT ISSUE)
"Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 25+ rodent droppings behind small reach in freezer located inside the kitchen, 10+ rodent droppings on top of chemical solutions containers under dishwasher located inside the kitchen, 30+ rodent droppings under the dry storage shelves in the kitchen, 5+ rodent droppings on top of kitchen towels located in the dry storage room, 15+ rodent droppings behind stand up reach in freezer by the mop sink located in the kitchen area."
“Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed bean sprouts (45F - Cold Holding); pig ear (46F - Cold Holding); pork belly (48F - Cold Holding); boiled eggs (45F - Cold Holding) stored In the walk in cooler, overnight.”
“Observed prep table in the kitchen with non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.”
“Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.”
“No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago.”
FOLLOW UP INSPECTION 10/9
“At the time of the callback inspection observed 5 rodent droppings on top of sauce containers in the women bathroom, approximately 5+ rodent droppings in the beer storage room in front of the bathrooms, 3 rodent droppings on top of the bar where silverware and napkins are stored, 10+ rodent droppings on a shelve in the bar area, approximately 5+ rodent droppings under the dishwasher located in the kitchen, 10+ rodent droppings on the floor behind the reach in freezer located in the kitchen.”
**INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES
1101 NE 163RD ST.
NORTH MIAMI BEACH
ORDERED SHUT 10/7
9 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observe approximately 25+ rodent droppings in the buns storage area. Observed approximately 10+ rodent droppings in the front counter cabinet where the soda machine equipment is stored. Observed approximately 10+ rodent droppings in the 2nd floor dry storage area shelves. Observed approximately 20+ rodent droppings on the 2nd floor behind the AC unit."
“Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in the dining room.”
“Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed French toast batter (52F - Cold Holding) stored in the kitchen for more than 4 hours. Stop sale. Observed liquid egg (53F - Cold Holding) stored in the kitchen reach in cooler for more than 4 hours.”
“Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floors under the dining room tables and chair with accumulated old food debris. Observed floor under bun rack heavily soiled. Observed 2nd floor by the AC unit with accumulated debris.”
**DAVE & BUSTERS
3000 OAKWOOD BLVD.
HOLLYWOOD
ORDERED SHUT 10/10
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on ground next to flat top on cook line in kitchen. Operator removed. Observed 1 live roach on ground under drawers under flat top in unit on cook line in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach in wheel of drawers under flat top unit in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach on ground under cook line flip top in kitchen. Operator removed Observed 2 live roaches on doors to 3 door reach in cooler at expo line in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach on ground in front of 3 door reach in cooler at expo line in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach on control device inside of 3 door reach in cooler at expo line in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach on wall under hand wash sink in prep area behind cook line in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach on ground under 4 door reach in cooler in prep area behind cook line in kitchen Observed 1 live roach on wall under three compartment sink in prep area behind cook line in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach on wall across from 4 door reach in freezer in kitchen area.”
“Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on ground reach in cooler on cook line in kitchen. Operator removed Observed 1 dead roach in gasket of top left drawers under flat top unit on cook line in kitchen. Operator removed Observed approximately 9 dead roaches inside of 2 control devices inside of 3 door reach in cooler at expo line in kitchen. Observed 3 dead roaches inside of not in use 3 drawer warmer at expo line in kitchen Observed 3 dead roaches in control device located under hand wash sink in prep area behind cook line in kitchen Observed 3 dead roaches on ground under three compartment sink in prep area behind cook line in kitchen Observed 1 dead roaches on ground on top on chemical box to three compartment sink in prep area behind cook line in kitchen Observed 2 dead roaches on ground under next to dry storage binds under prep table in prep area behind cook line in kitchen Observed 1 dead roach on ground in front of 4 door reach in freezer in kitchen area. Observed 3 dead roaches on ground in break room located in back of kitchen area.”
**PACK SUPERMARKET
8235 NE 2ND AVE.
MIAMI
INSPECTION BASED ON COMPLAINT
ORDERED SHUT 10/7
25 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Dead rodent present. Observed one dead rodent under prep area under counter storage with boxes of napkins and boxes with spoons.”
"Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 50+ rodents droppings under counter by prep area under napkins boxes and plastic spoons. Observed 30+ rodent droppings behind reach in cooler for drinks at front counter. Observed 20+ rodents droppings under front counter with plastic plates and sanitizer spray. Observed 20+ rodents droppings on top of cardboards by storage with boxes of plastic bottles of water and boxes of coffee."
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach across three compartment sink table.”
“Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches under counter by prep area kitchen. Observed 4 dead roaches by water heater room.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under counter by prep area. Observed accumulation of grease and food debris under fryers, under three compartment sink and prep table at kitchen. Repeat Violation.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed coleslaw (70F - Cold Holding) at front counter. As per operator prepared less than 2 hours. Operator put container with ice to cool product. Observed raw drumsticks (66F - Cold Holding) stored on top of table by three compartment sink. Operator stored on walk in cooler for rapid chill. Observed raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per operator was received today morning.”
“Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee begin to put new gloves on with no wash hands. Inspector coach employee to wash hands properly.
Hand wash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic bags stored inside hand sink by fryers. Observed a cup stored inside hand sink by three compartment sink."
“No soap provided at hand wash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink by three compartment sink by kitchen. Repeat Violation.”
“Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.”
**EXPRESS CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT
1401 S. STATE ROAD 7
NORTH LAUDERDALE
ORDERED SHUT 10/6
2 VIOLATIONS
ALSO ORDERED SHUT 6/4/25 (RODENT ISSUES)
ALSO ORDERED SHUT 7/16/24 (RODENT ISSUES)
“Live rodent present. At kitchen, 3 live rodents on glue trap near hand wash sink.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At kitchen, piklis (48F - Cold Holding), not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated items held out of temperature overnight exceeding 6 hours.”
**SUPER MACHI GRILL & BAR
7925 NE 2ND AVE.
MIAMI
ORDERED SHUT 10/6
18 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Live rodent present. Observed one live rodent trapped in a glue trap under a shelf, located in the dry storage, located next to the kitchen.”
“Dead rodent present. Observed 3 dead rodents trapped in a glue trap under a shelf, located in the dry storage room, located next to the kitchen.”
“Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 10 plus rodent droppings all over the dry storage room underneath shelves and plastic containers where utensils and equipment is stored, located next to the kitchen.”
“Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.”
“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.”
“Accumulation of debris on exterior of ware washing machine.”
“Accumulation of debris inside ware washing machine.”
**CHINA VILLAGE
7909 NW 2ND ST.
MIAMI
ORDERED SHUT 10/7
10 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 8 rodent droppings underneath the steam table, located at cooking line and 3 droppings underneath the wooden shelves in the dry storage area next to the preparation kitchen, located by the walk in cooler, and walk in freezer.”
“Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on the floor in the dry storage area, located next to the preparation table, by the walk in cooler and walk in freezer.”
“Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas.”
**HABANOS ON THE CREEK
90800 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY
TAVERNIER
ORDERED SHUT 10/8
8 VIOLATIONS FOUND
"Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 9 rodent droppings on top or dish machine. Observed approximately 15 rodent droppings on the food storage shelves in prep / storage area."
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade is soiled with food debris.”
“Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. RAID and WD 40 stored on food storage shelves.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Poultry (124*F - Hot Holding); Pork (114*F - Hot Holding in oven.”
**TORTILLERIA FRITANGA GONZALEZ
153 WEST 21ST ST.
HIALEAH
ORDERED SHUT 10/10
23 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 1 rodent dropping on top of flour lid container on rack next to microwave. Also observed approximately 5 rodent droppings under preparation table at kitchen area. Also observed approximately 3 rodent droppings under triple sink at kitchen area."
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled at kitchen area.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris on the floor behind cook line area at kitchen area.”
“Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled on rack at storage shelf.”
“Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken breast container stored above whole tomato case on shelf at walk in cooler.”
“Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cooked Yucca (70F - Cold Holding); Cooked Steak (69F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beans (63F - Cold Holding); Raw Marinated Steak (67F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken Breast (70F - Cold Holding); Raw Churrasco (69 F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler.”
**LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA
3335 WEST 80TH ST.
HIALEAH
INSPECTION BASED ON COMPLAINT
ORDERED SHUT 10/9
14 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 35+ dead maggots on the floor inside the kitchen by the exit door."
“Live, small flying insects. Observed approximately 8 live flying insects flying around and over the preparation table and pizza dough, preparation table located near the walk in cooler. Observed approximately 30 live insects flying all around the mop sink. Observed 3+ live insects flying around the three compartment sink in the kitchen. Observed around 2 live insects flying at front counter area by the office area located in the kitchen. Also observed 1 live maggot crawling on the floor by exit door.”
“Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately 30+ dead flies in a sticky tape hanging by mop sink.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout the kitchen with mold-like substance.”
“Floor and wall junctures not coved in food ware washing areas or bathroom. Observed plastic cove molding in disrepair with standing water and mold like substance.”
“No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.”
“Hand wash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing a whisk and scissor in the hand wash sink located at preparation area. Also observed employee filling up container with water in the hand washing sink at preparation area.”
**AREITO BAR & RESTAURANT
2022 HOLLYWOOD BLVD.
HOLLYWOOD
ORDERED SHUT 10/6
20 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches on control device located in wall on top of beverage lines under hand wash sink in kitchen. Observed approximately 9 live roaches on ground and on underside under cook line flip top cooler on cook line in kitchen.”
“Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 4 dead roaches on control device located in wall on top of beverage lines under hand wash sink in kitchen. Observed 1 dead roach on ground at hand wash sink in kitchen. Observed 1 dead roach inside of fryer door on cook line in kitchen. Observed 1 dead roach on ground in front of fryer on cook line in kitchen.”
“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.”
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun at bar soiled.”
“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 pork (58F - Cold Holding); being held on top of pans in cook line flip top for more than 4 hours.”
“Plumbing system in disrepair. Plumbing to hand wash sink drain in disrepair. Water draining onto floor.”
“Hand wash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in kitchen hand wash sink.”
“Plumbing in disrepair. Water draining onto floor from hand wash sink. Repeat Violation.”
“No soap provided at hand wash sink.”
**MY LITTLE CAPTAIN GOURMET
18400 NW 75TH PLACE
MIAMI
ORDERED SHUT 10/9
3 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Roach activity present as evidenced No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach behind soap dispenser, located in kitchen area, one live roach in between wall and hand wash sink, located in kitchen area, one live roach underneath of three compartment sink, located in kitchen area.”
**BAY 13 BREWERY AND KITCHEN
65 ALHAMBRA CIRCLE
CORAL GABLES
ORDERED SHUT 10/8
22 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 10 or more flying insects in the air by the mop sink area located in the kitchen area. Observed approximately 20 or more flying insects in the air by the reach in cooler located in the kitchen area. Observed approximately 10 or more flies landing on the walls of the kitchen area. Observed 15 plus flying insects in the air above the prep sink area in kitchen area. Observed 10 plus flying insects by the garbage can located at the kitchen entrance area.”
“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout kitchen prep area and ware washing.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at walk-in cooler unit, storage area and behind/ in-between cooking equipment’s.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at several cooling units, also exterior of food equipment.”
“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. Observed cooked wings (52F - Cold Holding); pork chops (52F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (52F - Cold Holding); burger patties (51F - Cold Holding); marinated chicken (51F - Cold Holding); mortadella (51F - Cold Holding); brined wings (53F - Cold Holding); salmon portions (53F - Cold Holding); raw beef (52F - Cold Holding); provolone cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (54F - Cold Holding); pork belly (53F - Cold Holding) at walk-in cooler unit, as per manager from previous day overnight. Repeat Violation.”
“Hand wash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored at unit next to 3 compartment sink.”
**EMILIO’S TRATTORIA
1088 KANE CONCOURSE
BAY HARBOR ISLAND
ORDERED SHUT 10/8
10 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Live, small flying insects found. Observed 8 live flying insects on posters on wall near hand wash sink at cook line. Observed 12 live flying insects landing on containers and clean dishes on shelf near ice machine. Observed 7 live flying insects flying around prep table near ice machine. Observed 3 live flying insects landing on cutting board near hand wash sink in kitchen. Observed 9 live flying insects landing on box of powdered sugar and boxes of pasta on shelf near ice machine. Observed 12 live flying insects flying around dish machine area. All these locations are located in the kitchen area.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents in kitchen soiled with old food debris and dust debris.”
“Food manager certification expired. Observed food manager certificate is expired for Emilio Gonzalez as of 10/02/2025.
**GOLDEN ROSE ICE CREAM BAR
2733 E. OAKLAND PARK BLVD.
FORT LAUDERDALE
ORDERED SHUT 10/9
2 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Living/sleeping quarters that open directly into a public food service establishment without complete partitioning and/or self-closing doors.”
“Establishment operating with no potable running water. No water at front line hand washing sink, and triple sink.”
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