Tehillah Garden-Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
100
Score
Public records show 13 inspections at Tehillah Garden-Restaurant stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 8, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
“Cooked/heated time/temperature control” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Compared to the broader Pembroke Pines restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
13
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 7, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to Cooked rice; (57F - Cooling)Cooked rice ; (53F - Cooling) Rice cooked at 730pm yesterday and cooling overnight in cooler at cook line. Operator discarded rice **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked rice; (57F - Cold Holding)Cooked rice ; (53F - Cold Holding). Cooked rice placed covered in cooler Rice cooked at 730pm yesterday and cooling overnight in cooler at cook line. Operator discarded rice. See Stop Sale **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
03D-02-5
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. Emailed vomit and diarrhea clean up procedures to Operator. Operator print and posted procedures **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
67
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
90
Jul 23, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 22, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
37
May 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 10+ live roaches inside of wall mounted soap dispenser on wall above mop sink next to triple sink in kitchen. Observed approximately 5 live roaches in between wood frame and wall holding water heater above mop sink next to triple sink in kitchen Observed approximately 10 live roaches on ground under dry storage shelves in right side corner of kitchen Observed approximately 15 live roaches in between wall and 3 compartment sink in kitchen Observed 2 live roaches on wall behind reach in cooler in kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-22: Observed approximately 5 live roaches in between wall and 3 compartment sink. Observed 1 live roach on wall in back right corner of cook line. Observed 1 live roach on wall behind reach in freezer on cook line **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 20 dead roaches inside of wall mounted soap dispenser on wall above mop sink next to triple sink in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 dead roaches on ground under dry storage shelves in right side corner of kitchen Observed 2 dead roaches on shelves holding dry storage items on right side corner of kitchen. Observed 2 dead roaches on ground behind cook line equipment in kitchen. Observed 7 dead roaches inside of gas system access door of oven on cook line in kitchen Observed 3 dead roaches behind fire extinguisher sign on wall in kitchen Observed 10+ dead roaches in spider webs in between wall and triple sink in kitchen Observed 8 dead roaches on ground under front counter Observed 7 dead roaches on ground under reach in cooler at front counter **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-22: Observed 4 dead roaches in establishment **Time Extended**
35A-03-4
82
May 21, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 1 door stainless: cooked white rice (63F-67F - Cooling); cooked black rice (65F - Cooling); cooked rice and beans (64F - Cooling). Per operator items were prepared last night and have been cooling overnight. See Stop Sale **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 1 door stainless: cooked white rice (63F-67F - Cooling); cooked black rice (65F - Cooling); cooked rice and beans (64F - Cooling). Per operator items were prepared last night and have been cooling overnight. **Warning**
01B-36-5
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 10+ live roaches inside of wall mounted soap dispenser on wall above mop sink next to triple sink in kitchen. Observed approximately 5 live roaches in between wood frame and wall holding water heater above mop sink next to triple sink in kitchen Observed approximately 10 live roaches on ground under dry storage shelves in right side corner of kitchen Observed approximately 15 live roaches in between wall and 3 compartment sink in kitchen Observed 2 live roaches on wall behind reach in cooler in kitchen **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked beef (47F); cooked goat (49F); cooked turkey (61F); cooked griot (60F). Per operator items have been in unit overnight. Unknown time out of temperature. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked beef (47F); cooked goat (49F); cooked turkey (61F); cooked griot (60F). Per operator items have been in unit overnight. Unknown time out of temperature. See Stop Sale **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating at front counter, employee moved to dining room **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 20 dead roaches inside of wall mounted soap dispenser on wall above mop sink next to triple sink in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 dead roaches on ground under dry storage shelves in right side corner of kitchen Observed 2 dead roaches on shelves holding dry storage items on right side corner of kitchen. Observed 2 dead roaches on ground behind cook line equipment in kitchen. Observed 7 dead roaches inside of gas system access door of oven on cook line in kitchen Observed 3 dead roaches behind fire extinguisher sign on wall in kitchen Observed 10+ dead roaches in spider webs in between wall and triple sink in kitchen Observed 8 dead roaches on ground under front counter Observed 7 dead roaches on ground under reach in cooler at front counter **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Wiping cloth sanitizer tested at 10pm chlorine, operating added chlorine and retested at 50ppm chlorine **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-07-4
41
Nov 14, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
78
Jul 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
64
Dec 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
86
Jul 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on prep tables in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pork thawed in standing water in triple sink. Manager stored under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
90
Jan 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
82
Jul 12, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. On top of triple sink. Manager labeled degreaser bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. 3 celling tiles above steam table by front counter, smooth and cleanable tiles placed in another location, per operator tiles will be relocated. Will be reviewed at the next routine inspection.
36-37-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at front counter hand sink.
31B-04-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tehillah Garden-Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tehillah Garden-Restaurant on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tehillah Garden-Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “cooked/heated time/temperature control” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tehillah Garden-Restaurant.
How does Tehillah Garden-Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Pembroke Pines?
Tehillah Garden-Restaurant most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Pembroke Pines average of 79.
Has Tehillah Garden-Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tehillah Garden-Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tehillah Garden-Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Tehillah Garden-Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tehillah Garden-Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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