PUNTA CANA RESTAURANT
9119 TAFT ST · HOLLYWOOD · Broward County · FL 33024
Inspection Summary
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Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
16 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 3
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In kitchen fliptop lower cooler, contained raw shrimp above cooked chicken and beef. Managed rearranged to properly separate. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-05-4High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1) Observed 1 live roach in kitchen hand sink. 2) Observed 1 live roach on wall above clean pans at shelf above triple sink. 3) Observed 2 live roaches behind kitchen fliptop unit. 4) Observed 1 live roach on wall by ice machine at back of kitchen.
41-27-4High Priority – Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Kitchen sanitizer bucket reading greater than 200ppm chlorine. Manager remade to proper 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
Intermediate 3
53A-03-7Intermediate – 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/ Expired Sept. 18, 2025 Prometric Amanda Rivas
02C-02-5Intermediate – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cream based beverage in front glassfront cooler missing date mark. Per manager prepared on 12-6. Manager added date mark. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-05-5Intermediate – 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. National Registry of Food Service Professionals all expired Sept. 2025. **Warning**
Basic 10
05-04-4Basic – Ambient air thermometer not located in the coolest part of the hot holding unit. Ambient thermometer by top shelf in front counter glassfront cooler blocked by bottles and canned beverages. Temperature showing 45F. Temperature critical food items at proper temperature 41F. Manager moved thermometer to lower middle of unit. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4Basic – Dead roaches on premises. 1) Observed 7 dead roaches under kitchen triple sink and around wall under prep sink. 2) Observed 2 dead roaches on floor behind kitchen fliptop unit. 3) Observed 1 dead roach on wall between kitchen triple sink and prep sink 4) Observed 2 dead roaches on floor to right of ice machine at back of kitchen.
36-22-4Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor under kitchen hand sink and triple sink.
36-01-4Basic – Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Grease buildup along floor behind kitchen cook line.
06-06-5Basic – Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Bags of raw beef in prep sink slacking at room temperature. Surface temperature 36F.
21-04-4Basic – In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Wiping cloth under cutting board on kitchen prep table.
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves above triple sink have dust buildup.
22-16-4Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves in walk-in cooler soiled with spilled food debris.
08B-54-4Basic – Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Open top vinegar and oil bottles beside front counter hand sink and directly below paper towel dispenser. Manager moved bottles away from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
36-27-5Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall areas soiled between kitchen triple sink and prep sink.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 10, 2026 2:14 AM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.