Papine Restaurant and Takeout

105 N State Road 7, Plantation, FL 33317

African

Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2024, Papine Restaurant and Takeout has five inspections in the public record. On Mar 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “no paper towels” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to other Plantation restaurants (averaging 78), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 23, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw fish (72F - Cold Holding); turkey (72F - Cold Holding). As per operator, item was removed from cooler approximately 1 hour ago. Operator placed into cooler to quick chill. **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over beer in the metal cooler. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator added soap. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink with a bag of rice in it. Operator removed bag of rice from the sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator added paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.

31B-04-4

Dec 3, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired December 01, 2025.

50-17-3

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in the kitchen.

14-69-4

May 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator could not locate. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-14: At time of callback inspection still observed **Time Extended**

05-08-4

Sep 24, 2024

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

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

53B-01-5

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**

16-37-1

Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed container with cooking oil and cases with drinking water stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08B-38-4

Jun 25, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In restroom

31B-04-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papine Restaurant and Takeout last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papine Restaurant and Takeout on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Papine Restaurant and Takeout?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Papine Restaurant and Takeout.

How does Papine Restaurant and Takeout compare to other restaurants in Plantation?

Papine Restaurant and Takeout most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Plantation average of 78.

Has Papine Restaurant and Takeout's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Papine Restaurant and Takeout have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Papine Restaurant and Takeout means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Papine Restaurant and Takeout inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Papine Restaurant and Takeout is inspected around three times per year on average.

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