It was a particularly rough stretch for cleanliness and food safety at restaurants and food stores across South Florida.
Inspectors recently ordered 13 establishments shut, finding everything from rodent droppings and live roaches, to hundreds of flies, mold-like buildup, filthy equipment and food held at unsafe temperatures.
At Yellow Tail Subs Grill in Homestead, inspectors documented 32 violations, including live roaches crawling across a food-preparation table, among cleaned containers, and even out of a box of parchment paper used to wrap food; more than 100 roach droppings were found on a shelf.
At Pack Supermarket in Miami, inspectors found rodent droppings throughout the store, including 15 or more inside the walk-in cooler, along with gnawed cabbage bags. Records show it was the fourth time the supermarket had been ordered shut over rodent issues since October 2025.
At Pickles Pub Sandbar in Key West, inspectors reported 100 or more live flying insects landing on soda boxes, clean plates, napkins, pitchers and cups, while Tacombi in Miami was cited for dozens of rodent droppings and live flies.
Other shutdowns involved improperly cooled or stored food, unsanitary food-contact surfaces, dirty floors and equipment, and repeated pest problems.
All the places mentioned were allowed to re-open following an ordered cleanup and then a re-inspection.
**TACOMBI
3930 NE 2ND AVE.
MIAMI
INSPECTION BASED ON COMPLAINT
ORDERED SHUT 8/6
11 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 16 droppings at floor by mop sink by water heater room under storage dry rack. Observed approximately 25 droppings on floor under dishwasher and three compartment sink. Observed approximately 10 droppings behind ice machine bar area.”
“Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 5 live small flies flying by ware washing area and 3 flies flying around prep area by hand sink front counter.”
“Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observe green cutting board By prep area front counter.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at front counter.”
**YELLOW TAIL SUBS GRILL
27275 SOUTH DIXIE HIGHWAY
HOMESTEAD
INSPECTION BASED ON COMPLAINT
ORDERED SHUT 8/6
32 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed at cook line 4 live roaches crawling across floor. Observed at fire suppression extinguisher above reach in cooler, 6+ live roaches. Observed at dish washing area shelf approximately 6+ live roaches crawling between cleaned containers. Observed at prep table in kitchen 2 live roaches crawling on prep table where uncovered hot sauce containers were being prepped. Observed at water heater closet 8 live roaches crawling out of door frame. Observed at dry storage area 4 live roaches crawling on walls and shelves where flour bags are stored. Observed 1 live roach crawling out of box of parchment paper used to wrap food items. Observed 1 live roach crawling from under gyro machine at cook line. Observed 1 live roach crawling on lid of reach in cooler flip top.”
“Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed at dish washing area shelf 100+ roach droppings on shelf and metal containers.”
“Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed at drive thru area big zapper with an accumulation of dead fly’s and roaches.”
“Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed at drive thru bug zapper stored on top of soda machine. Observed at dry storage area big zapper stored on shelf above bags of flour.”
“Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout with dirty build up, dead roaches and cob webs and flies.”
“Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of household roach spray at kitchen prep table.”
“Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed at rear dry storage area where flour is stored.”
“Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at all reach in cooler and freezer handles.”
“Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook coat raw chicken then proceed to grab raw tilapia and wash off gloves.”
“Stored food not covered. Observed at reach in cooler containers of tilapia, shrimp and conch fritters stored uncovered. Observed at dry storage shelf bucket of dry seasoning stored uncovered.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line table fried chicken (101F - Hot Holding).”
“No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago.”
“Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee remove soiled gloves then take new pair to replace no hand wash.”
**ELEVENTH STREET PIZZA
9025 SW 72ND PL.
MIAMI
ORDERED SHUT 8/3
13 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 20 + live flies in kitchen area under prep table in bags of red onions.”
“Live, small flying insects found. Observed 20 + live flies in kitchen area under prep table in bags of red onions. Observed 2 live flies at front counter near beer tap.”
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed meat slicer soiled. Repeat Violation.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed near pizza mixer. Repeat Violation.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in across oven with ambient temp of 55F; the following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: mozzarella cheese (54F - Cold Holding); roasted onions (58F - Cold Holding); mushrooms roasted (72F - Cold Holding); Alfredo sauce (70F - Cold Holding); roasted garlic (55F - Cold Holding). Repeat Violation.”
**PICKLES PUB SANDBAR
511 GREENE ST.
KEY WEST
ORDERED SHUT 8/3
24 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 20+ rodent droppings on deli slicer underneath prep table in pizza prep area and approximately 15+ droppings on shelf where pizza boxes are stored.”
“Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 100+ live flying insects flying and landing on soda boxes, clean plates, napkins, bottle of grenadine, clean pitchers, and clean cups inside server station near bar.”
“Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach on stairs leading up to dry storage room.”
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed storage container heavily soiled with old food debris where clean pizza pans are stored under pizza ovens in pizza area.”
“Accumulation of debris on exterior of ware washing machine. Repeat Violation.”
“Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed all reach in cooler handles soiled. Repeat Violation.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling heavily dusty above bar area. Repeat Violation.”
“Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken reach in cooler next to fryers, not in use. Observed pizza prep reach in cooler lid broken. Repeat Violation.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor heavily soiled in pizza prep area and floor in server station soiled with slime like substance. Repeat Violation.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (56F - Cold Holding); sausage (55F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella (55F - Cold Holding); pizza sauce (54F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at pizza prep area, as per operator for 2 hours. Observed shredded cheese (45F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across from walk in cooler. Repeat Violation.”
“Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee grab trash can then handle pizza paddle to plate pizza without changing gloves and washing hands.”
“Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handle raw chicken then change gloves and begin to handle clean equipment without washing hands.”
**PACK SUPERMARKET
8235 NE 2ND AVE.
MIAMI
ORDERED SHUT 8/3
25 VIOLATIONS FOUND
ALSO ORDERED SHUT 3/2026 (RODENT ISSUE)
ALSO ORDERED SHUT 12/2025 (RODENT ISSUE)
ALSO ORDERED SHUT 10/2025 (RODENT ISSUE)
“Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 3 rodent droppings on the floor behind soda reach in cooler, 4 rodent droppings on the floor under 3 compartment sink, 2 droppings on the floor under front counter, 2 droppings on the floor of the stairs by the 3 compartment sink, 15+ droppings on the floor inside the walk in cooler and 3 rodent droppings on the floor under the mop sink. Repeat Violation.”
“Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed gnawed marks on 3 cabbage bags inside the walk in cooler.”
“Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed gnawed marks on 3 cabbage bags inside the walk in cooler.”
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed containers of sugar heavily soiled by the coffee machine.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pickles (67F - Cold Holding) stored on top of prep table for 2 hours, as per operator. Operator placed item into reach in cooler.”
“Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout the establishment. Repeat Violation.”
“Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler #1 and walk in cooler door in disrepair. Repeat Violation.”
“Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mop sink heavily soiled.”
“Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By the mop sink, next to and behind fryer station. Repeat Violation.”
“No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling.”
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION 8/4
“Observed approximately 25 rodent droppings around inside the walk in cooler floor. Observed behind cook line table 4 rodent droppings.”
**SUGAR BAE
8253 SUNSET STRIP
SUNRISE
ORDERED SHUT 8/7
6 VIOLATIONS FOUND
ALSO ORDERED SHUT 8/2025 (ROACH ISSUE)
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1) 6 live roaches inside dishwashing machine dishwashing machine in kitchen. 2) 7 live roaches under chest freezer in kitchen 3) 5 live roaches crawling on wall next to triple sink in kitchen. 4) 6 live Roaches under food warmer in kitchen.”
“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. Cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Potatoes (49F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Potatoes (49F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep Table- Cooked Rice (98-110F - Hot Holding). Per cook food items stored at room temperature less than 2 hours. Cook discarded.”
**RENDEZ-VOUS
1576 EAST OAKLAND PARK BLVD.
OAKLAND PARK
ORDERED SHUT 7/27
10 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 4 rodent droppings on dry storage shelf next to dry pancake mix. 1 rodent droppings on top of box of pancake mix. Operator removed rodent droppings.”
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under dry storage shelving. Operator exterminated and removed.”
“Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach next to front counter ice machine. 1 dead roach under dish machine. 3 dead under dry storage shelving. Operator removed dead roaches.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. 1. Under dry storage shelving. 2. Under triple sink and dish machine. 3. Behind booths along front windows.”
“Required employee training expired for some employees.”
**GOURMET CREOLE
416 NE 36TH ST.
POMPANO BEACH
INSPECTION BASED ON COMPLAINT
ORDERED SHUT 7/27
13 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1. Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings on floor behind fridge in dry storage area. 2. Observed approximately 25 rodents droppings on food storage container packing on bottom shelf of food prep table next to fridge in dry storage area.”
“Dead roaches on premises. 1. Observed approximately 10 dead roaches on glue board on floor in closet. 2. Observed approximately 10 dead roaches on a glue board under food prep table next to fridge in dry storage area.”
“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. 1. Observed Cooked chicken (48F); cooked beef (51F); Pikliz (49F) in two door reach in cooler in kitchen. Not prepared or portioned today.”
“Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. 1. Observed black beans cooling on counter in kitchen at 11:30a at 105F to 91F at 11:59, cooling since 11a. Observed cooling in deep containers. Observed operator covering with plastic and placing container in reach in cooler.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. 1. Observed buildup of spilled dry rice and beans on floors and under tables and equipment in dry storage area.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Observed old food debris on bottom shelf of reach in freezer in kitchen. 2. Hood filters at cookline in kitchen. Repeat Violation.”
**IFRA’S INDIAN KITCHEN
9543 S. DIXIE HIGHWAY
PINECREST
ORDERED SHUT 7/27
23 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on floor next to mop sink in kitchen area. Observed 1 live roach on reach in cooler in kitchen area across triple sink. Observed 1 live roach on empty container in kitchen area above hand sink. Observed 1 live roach under triple sink next to cook line in kitchen area.”
“Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 live flies on wall next to mop sink in kitchen area. Observed 1 live fly on wall next to cooler in kitchen area. Observed 2 live flies in restroom on wall behind toilet.”
“Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in outside of kitchen with ambient temp of 54F; the following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: lamb (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (45F - Cold Holding); cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cooked potato (45F - Cold Holding); cauliflower cooked (46F - Cold Holding).”
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food and dish shelves soiled. Repeat Violation.”
“Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Repeat Violation.”
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling. Repeat Violation.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in kitchen. Repeat Violation.”
“Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave and oven soiled. Repeat Violation.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Repeat Violation.”
“Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls in kitchen. Repeat Violation.”
“Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in outside of kitchen with ambient temp of 54F; the following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: lamb (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (45F - Cold Holding); cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cooked potato (45F - Cold Holding); cauliflower cooked (46F - Cold Holding).”
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION 7/28
“At time of callback inspection observed 6 live flying insects on wall and ceiling in the restroom. Observed 1 live flying insects on kitchen reach in cooler door.”
“At time of callback inspection observed 4 live roaches in kitchen area behind window opening panel and shelf as well as coming out of the floor drain. Observed at lobby dry storage area 3 dead roaches under shelving and on walls.”
FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION 7/29
“Observed 1 live roach crawling on floor in front of dry storage rack. Observed 1 live roach on kitchen floor. Observed 1 live roach on rack above reach in cooler in kitchen area.”
**LUCKY CAT STREET EATERY
6322 N. ANDREWS AVE,
FORT LAUDERDALE
ORDERED SHUT 7/28
13 VIOLATIONS FOUND
ALSO ORDERED SHUT 11/2023 (ROACH ISSUE)
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 10 crawling on the floor on wall behind reach in freezer under reach in freezer on cook line next to cooler with food.”
“Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Operator left kitchen area into dining room to touched dirty surfaces then touched face then putting gloves and started to make food without washing hands Employee washed hands.”
“Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Flip top cooler cooked bamboo at 2:36pm ( 46F cooling) since 10:30am raw breaded chicken at 2:48pm (46F cooling ) since 10:30am Products did not cool to 41F within 4 hours. See stop sale Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Multiple coolers on kitchen with overstocked items, Flip top cooler cook line Hard boil eggs 50F cold holding, over 4 hours. See stop sale tall stainless still fridge in kitchen. Pork stuff bun 52F cold holding.”
“Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Flip top cooler cooked bamboo at 2:36pm ( 46F cooling) since 10:30am raw breaded chicken at 2:48pm (46F cooling ) since 10:30am Products did not cool to 41F within 4 hours. See stop sale Cooked chicken at 1:38pm (52F cooling) since 10:30am at 2:37pm same At this current cooling rate product will not cool to 41F within 6 hours.”
“Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Multiple items like chicken wontons, cooked rice previously frozen not date marking properly.”
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Sushi cooler Raw fish over cooked salmon Flip top cooler Raw shell eggs over cooked chicken Stainless steel fridge Raw chicken over cooked chicken wontons.”
**LE GENIE RESTAURANT
187 NE 167TH ST.
NORTH MIAMI BEACH
ORDERED SHUT 7/29
33 VIOLATIONS FOUND
ALSO ORDERED SHUT 9/2025 (FLYING INSECT ISSUE)
ALSO ORDERED SHUT 2/2024 (RODENT ISSUE)
“Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 25+ rodent droppings behind the reach in freezer in the storage room.”
“Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 100+ dead flies in the gaskets of the reach in freezers in the storage room.”
“Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 50+ live flies laying on the clean to go containers in the storage room, 10+ live flies on the wall by the reach in freezer in the storage room, 50+ live flies on the wooden pallet in the storage room. Observed 3+ live flies in the dining room.”
“Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pig ear (54F - Cooling); beef (54F - Cooling); turkey (54F - Cooling); chicken (54F - Cooling) stored in the walk in cooler since last night.”
“Food stored on floor. Observed plantains, rice and beans stored on the floor of the kitchen.”
“Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed conch (44F - Cold Holding) thawing in room temperature in the prep area no longer frozen.”
“Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed all types of meat and fish mixed with one another in the reach in freezer. Repeat Violation.”
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan covers in the walk in cooler with accumulated dust.”
“Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Observed employee come back from the bathroom, place gloves on and did not wash her hands.”
“Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee not wash their hands before starting to prep plate for customer.”
“No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. Repeat Violation.”
“Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.”
“Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.”
FOLLOW UP INSPECTION 7/30
“At the time of the callback observed 3 live flies on the wall in the storage room and 10+ flies laying on soda and juice cases.”
“Observed 15+ dead flies in the gaskets of the reach in freezers in the storage room.”
**FOODEYEZ CARIBBEAN
6268 WEST SAMPLE ROAD
CORAL SPRINGS
ORDERED SHUT 7/30
10 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 10 live roaches found behind the steam table in the kitchen.”
“Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches found behind the refrigerators at the front counter. 2 dead roaches found next to the flip top cooler on the cook line.”
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of food debris. Behind the cooking equipment on the cook line.”
“Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Behind the cooking equipment on the cook line.”
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Inside the cook line flip top cooler, butter (64F - Cold Holding). The item was held above the rails at room temperature. The butter was returned to the refrigerator to chill and cold hold.”
**KENIA PIZZA
14511 SW 266TH ST.
NARANJA
ORDERED SHUT 7/31
15 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 8 rodent droppings on shelf over prep table at kitchen area. Observed approximately 20 rodent droppings on bottom shelf next to clean pots at kitchen area.”
“No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago.”
**HAAGEN DAZS
SAWGRASS MILLS
12801 WEST SUNRISE BLVD.
SUNRISE
ORDERED SHUT 7/29
7 VIOLATIONS FOUND
“Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1) 4 Live roaches in trash bag under triple sinks in preparation area. 2) 3 live Roaches under vacuum cleaner stored under triple sinks in preparation area. 3) 4 live roaches crawling under triple sinks. In preparation area.”
“Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 10 dead roaches in sticky traps under triple sinks.”
“Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee put on gloves after using personal phone. Employee proceeded to get a cup to serve drinks to guests without first washing hands.”
“Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 12-01-2025.”
“Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.”
“No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.”
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