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Panda Catering

2908 N Sr 7, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311
Chinese
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Panda Catering has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Apr 7, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food”, which has been cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 75, which Panda Catering's 67 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shrimp in the walk in cooler. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemicals. As per operator, chemical is degreaser. Operator labeled properly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal bowls used to scoop rice in the kitchen. Operator removed bowls. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by the walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observe employee drinks stored over food for customers in the walk in freezer. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
67
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-22: Time extended until next routine inspection. **Time Extended**
05-09-4
95
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed cleaver between equipment. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl no handle in white rice. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed cooler at 45F. Operator states food less than 2 hours. Operator brought holding amounts down to bare minimum and applied ice bags. Called for service. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
82
Nov 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
50
Sep 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed both purple (degreaser) and yellow (bleach) no labels. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed cleaver between equipment.
10-17-4
Basic - Rice scoop handle in contact with rice. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
82
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw eggs over cabbage. Operator reversed. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed fully cooked frozen food moved to walk-in cooler with no date marks. Operator states made more than 24 hours ago. Operator date marked all items. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle in white rice. Operator replaced with rice paddle. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
74
Dec 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 2021 license displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed 200 ppm. Operator corrected to100ppm. **Repeat Violation**
21-07-4
90
Jan 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
45

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Panda Catering last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Panda Catering on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Panda Catering?

Across the inspection record, “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Panda Catering.

How does Panda Catering compare to other restaurants in Lauderdale Lakes?

Panda Catering most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Lauderdale Lakes average of 75.

Has Panda Catering's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Panda Catering have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Panda Catering 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 Panda Catering inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Panda Catering is inspected around two times per year on average.

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