Prime Meals
Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025
41
Score
Going back to 2023, Prime Meals has nine inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near eight violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “food stored on floor”, which has been cited three times.
By comparison, the average Pembroke Pines facility scores 79, putting Prime Meals on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
41
Aug 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
33
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator replenished **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on various food items stored in walk in cooler. Per operator all items cooked and placed in unit more than 24 hours.
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed ice pack used to chill food items stored on walk in freezer floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -Observed a light shield missing in kitchen area.
38-01-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed cases with takeout containers stored on dry storage floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
67
Aug 21, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Observed 1 badly dented can at dry storage area, operator informed and stop sale issued. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -Observed 3 live flying insects landing on mop sink.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup on preenex mixer head. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed food container stored inside hand wash sink at cookline.
31A-11-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with drinks stored on walk in cooler floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk in freezer floor. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed cases with takeout containers stored on dry storage floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on walls in prep station
36-27-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Establishment not using current dishwashing machine. 3 compartment sink in used.
16-55-4
45
Mar 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
55
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Observed 3 badly dented can of cream of mushroom and baby corn in dry storage. Operator informed and stop sale issued.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bottle with cleaning chemical stored in handwash sink at cookline. Operator removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on various sauces stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, sauce made on 01/19/2024.
02C-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishwashing machine not in used.
16-55-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk-in freezer floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk-in cooler floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -Observed scoops with handle stored in various seasonings containers. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Observed heavy ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
50
Aug 29, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer found at 00 ppm. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-29: **Time Extended**
22-41-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Basic - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination different than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-29: Per operator, at this Time Machine used only for wrapping and hydraulic process. No special process at this time.
03G-50-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in storage area. . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-29: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
74
Jun 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
33
Apr 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-26: At the time of callback inspection, no proof of employees training certification available. **Admin Complaint**
53B-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 00ppm). Operator made new , chlorine sanitizer at 100 ppm **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-26: At the time of callback inspection, several in-use wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizer solution . **Admin Complaint**
21-07-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Prime Meals last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Prime Meals on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Prime Meals?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Prime Meals.
How does Prime Meals compare to other restaurants in Pembroke Pines?
Prime Meals most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Pembroke Pines average of 79.
Has Prime Meals' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Prime Meals have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Prime Meals 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 Prime Meals inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Prime Meals is inspected around four times per year on average.
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