Roaches, roaches, and more roaches!
Inspectors with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation shut down multiple South Florida restaurants last week after finding roaches crawling through kitchens, sinks, coolers, food prep areas, and even inside cooking equipment.
Roaches are especially dangerous when found in these locations because they can spread bacteria from drains, trash, and floors directly onto hands, food, and food-contact surfaces, contaminating meals before they ever reach customers.
No places in the Florida Keys were ordered shut last week,
All the places mentioned were allowed to re-open following an ordered clean up and re-inspection.
**PULCINELLA PIZZA AND PASTA
13035 SW 112TH ST
WEST KENDALL
ORDERED SHUT 2/5
12 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 5 live roaches crawling behind cooking equipment at hot line. Observed approximately 5 live roaches crawling under triple sink at kitchen. Observed approximately 4 live roaches crawling inside triple sink. Observed approximately 6 live roaches crawling on floor at kitchen area.”
“Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed approximately 20 roach droppings on soap dispenser on wall behind triple sink at kitchen area.”
“Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 3 dead roaches inside reach in cooler in front of walk in cooler at kitchen area. Observed approximately 5 dead roaches at mixer area in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 dead roaches behind reach in freezer. Observed approximately 6 dead roaches behind front counter. Observed approximately 6 dead roaches behind reach in cooler at pizza station. Observed approximately 10 dead roaches on floor at back storage.”
“Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed in dry storage area in back storage area.”
“Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled at kitchen area.”
“Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed three commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged salmon in reach in cooler across from dish machine. Operator discarded Salmon.”
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris in hand wash sink at entrance of kitchen area.”
“No soap provided at handwash sink.”
FOLLOW UP INSPECTION 2/6
“Observed approximately 3 dead roaches at pizza station. Observed approximately 4 dead roaches behind reach in freezer. Observed approximately 7 dead roaches behind cooking equipment at kitchen. Observed approximately 4 dead roaches at storage area”
“Observed 3 live roaches behind cooking equipment. Observed 2 live roaches at dry storage.”
**AREPASMANIA
SAWGRASS MILLS
12801 WEST SUNRISE BLVD.
SUNRISE
ORDERED SHUT 2/4
10 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1) 20 live roaches in bin with cans of corn and chickpeas under Employees handwashing sink in kitchen. 2) 20 live roaches under case of black beans in kitchen. 3) 5 live roaches crawling on wall next to employees handwashing sink in kitchen.”
“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.”
“Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee washed hands while still wearing gloves and continued working with cooked foods. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.”
“Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Tray of raw shell eggs stored behind container of raw pork in double drawers cooler under flat top in front line.”
“No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen.”
**SUBABA SUBS
4806 SW 28TH TERRACE
DANIA BEACH
ORDERED SHUT 2/3
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on wall in prep area. Operator removed Observed 1 live roach on trash can next to hallway hand wash sink outside of restroom.”
“Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on hand wash sink at front line in kitchen. Observed 1 dead roach on soap dispenser at hand wash sink at front line in kitchen. Observed 6 dead roaches on ground under hand wash sink at front line in kitchen. Observed approximately 20 dead roaches on ground under flip top coolers of front line in kitchen Observed approximately 7 dead roaches in gaskets of small 2 door flip top cooler on front line in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 dead roaches n ground under reach in cooler in prep area in kitchen Observed approximately 20 dead roaches on ground under reach in coolers at front line in kitchen Observed approximately 6 dead roaches on ground in prep area in kitchen Observed 1 dead roach on top of low top reach in cooler at front line Observed 6 dead roaches on ground in hallway leading to restroom. Observed 3 dead roaches on ground in restroom Observed 1 dead roach on right side flip top cooler at front line in kitchen. Observed 4 dead roaches on side of 3 door reach in cooler at front line in kitchen.”
“Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12-1-25. Observed food handling at time of inspection.”
“Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed buildup of roach droppings inside of gaskets at door hinges at 3 door flip top cooler, small 2 door flip top cooler at front line in kitchen.”
“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in prep/ware washing area hand wash sink.”
**DON JEDIONDO
7535 SW 88TH ST.
DADELAND MALL IN WEST KENDALL
INSPECTION BASED ON COMPLAINT
ORDERED SHUT 2/3
13 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on wall in kitchen area next to entrance. Observed 1 live roach on floor next to entrance in kitchen area. Observed 1 live roach crawling on Tupperware container above mop sink in kitchen area. Observed 1 live roach on wall at front counter climbing above reach in cooler and chest freezer. Observed 1 live roach on dry dish rack above mop sink in kitchen area. Observed 9 live roaches behind posters above hand sink in kitchen area. Observed 1 live roach on wall behind hand sink in kitchen area next to steam table.”
“Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on wall above hand sink in kitchen. Observed 1 dead roach in triple sink. Observed 3 dead roaches under hand sink at front counter; inside bucket of water. Observed 2 dead roaches under prep table in kitchen area. Observed 5 dead roaches behind posters above hand sink in kitchen area.”
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves above steam table where plates and containers are stored. Repeat Violation.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple coolers. Observed soiled hood system. Repeat Violation.”
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer at front counter. Repeat Violation.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area.”
FOLLOW UP INSPECTION 2/4
“Observed 6 live roaches inside miniature fryer.”
**PEI WEI ASIAN EXPRESS
7501 N. KENDALL DR.
KENDALL
ORDERED SHUT 2/3
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches crawling in mop sink located in kitchen area outside of walk in cooler. Observed 1 live roach on wall next to cook line in kitchen area. Observed 1 live roach on wall above fryers at cook line.”
“Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on top of mop holder outside of walk in cooler in kitchen area. Observed 2 dead roaches inside of mop sink in kitchen area. Observed 1 dead roach behind steamer in kitchen. Observed 1 dead roach on floor at front counter.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area. Repeat Violation.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor behind cook line equipment heavily soiled.”
“Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation.”
**GUACA-MOLE
7535 N KENDALL DRIVE
KENDALL
ORDERED SHUT 2/3
15 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 7 flying insects flying around three compartment sink. Observed approximately 10 flying insects flying and landing on clean dishes at the dry rack station. Observed approximately 6 flying insects landing on cutting boards used to prep food. Observed 3 flying insects landing on box of avocados next to cook line.”
“Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed approximately 20 roach droppings on wall behind dry food storage rack.”
“Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed female employee touch face and immediately grab clean pan without washing hands.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed kitchen ceiling tiles soiled.”
“Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting boards located next to ice machine with cut marks and no longer cleanable.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled.”
“Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed several walls throughout establishment soiled.”
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris inside hand wash sink located next to front counter.”
“No soap provided at handwash sink next to three compartment sink.”
**BURGER KING
7955 WEST FLAGLER ST.
WESTCHESTER
ORDERED SHUT 2/5
8 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed wastewater overflowing from the floor drain located near the ice machine and the three-compartment sink. Overflow occurred during use of the three compartment sink.”
“Standing water very slow draining water in three-compartment sink.”
“Water draining onto floor surface. Observed waste water coming out of the floor drain onto the floor when the three compartment sink is draining.”
**WALLY’S HOUSE OF FLAVORS
4711 NW 14TH ST
LAUDERHILL
ORDERED SHUT 2/3
12 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Establishment operating with no potable running water. No water throughout entire establishment. Observed operator cooking and a customer entering the restaurant.”
“Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment license expired since December 1st, 2025. Establishment is open and serving food to the public.”
“Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.”
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink in kitchen next to triple sink as evidenced by dishes in sink.”
“Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager in charge Olry Louis. Repeat Violation.”
“No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.”
“Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen, Mac and cheese made two days ago not date marked. Operator date marked 01-03.”
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