Dave's Hot Chicken

15855 Pines Blvd Ste 101, Pembroke Pines, FL 33027

American

Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Dave's Hot Chicken, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 8, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

The city-wide average for Pembroke Pines sits at 79, putting Dave's Hot Chicken on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 8, 2026

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Jul 24, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used

FL-45

Dec 27, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Dr iced installed over hand wash sink, in rear kitchen, next to walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-27: Observed same **Time Extended**

35B-02-4

Oct 22, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - 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. Employee pouring Dave's sauce in single service saucers, touched sides and collar of uniform without washing hands, after manager instructed employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

12A-28-4

High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee working on packing orders, touched personal cell phone and hair without washing hands, after manager instructed employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

12A-29-4

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Poster emailed to operator **Warning**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ observed five employees working in food preparation at the time of inspection. **Warning**

53A-05-6

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-02-5

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. One employee in cook line, manager provided **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

13-03-4

Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Dr iced installed over hand wash sink, in rear kitchen, next to walk in cooler. **Warning**

35B-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled hand wash, clogged drain, next to walk in freezer, employee cleaned sink and drain **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

23-03-4

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 100ppm), employee made new solution, quaternary sanitizer at 200 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

21-08-4

Jul 22, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dave's Hot Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dave's Hot Chicken on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Dave's Hot Chicken compare to other restaurants in Pembroke Pines?

Dave's Hot Chicken most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Pembroke Pines average of 79.

Has Dave's Hot Chicken's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dave's Hot Chicken have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dave's Hot Chicken means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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