Finger Lickin' Patties & Pastries

1458 S Hiatus Rd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33025
Other
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Finger Lickin' Patties & Pastries stretching back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to other Pembroke Pines restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
74
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
78
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
64
Jan 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Observed spray bottle with sanitizer stored on food storage shelf next to various food items. Operator relocate sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwash sink in prep area block with garbage container. Operator removed container. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on wall at 3 compartment sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed various containers with seasoning in storage area removed from original container not identified by common names. Operator label containers. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. At front line service stations
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Observed accumulation of dust buildup on ceiling at front line area.
36-34-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. -Observed uncovered container with cooked chicken stored in walk-in cooler. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
61
Oct 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -Observed no additional vacuum breaker at mop sink when splitter added.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwash sink in dishwashing area block with rolling cart.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. -Observed no measuring devices available for measuring utensils surface temperature, manager aware and informed. **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -Observed employee drinks not identified and segregated in walk-in cooler.
08B-49-4
67
Jun 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
82
Jan 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Finger Lickin' Patties & Pastries last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Finger Lickin' Patties & Pastries on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Finger Lickin' Patties & Pastries?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Finger Lickin' Patties & Pastries.

How does Finger Lickin' Patties & Pastries compare to other restaurants in Pembroke Pines?

Finger Lickin' Patties & Pastries most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Pembroke Pines average of 79.

Has Finger Lickin' Patties & Pastries' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Finger Lickin' Patties & Pastries have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Finger Lickin' Patties & Pastries means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Finger Lickin' Patties & Pastries inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Finger Lickin' Patties & Pastries is inspected around three times per year on average.