EL MACHETICO Health Score — Pembroke Pines, FL

207 N. HIATUS ROAD #101, Pembroke Pines, FL 33026

Inspections on file 1
High-risk violations 2
Inspected 8/24/2026
Pembroke Pines avg 91 / 100
B
80 / 100
Good

2 high-risk issues, 2 moderate issues found

Inspected August 24, 2026 Warning Issued

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How this compares

This restaurant scored better than 10% of restaurants in Pembroke Pines. The city average ClearScore is 91 / 100.

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Inspection Breakdown

High Risk
2
Moderate
2
Minor
0

Violations Found

  • High Risk Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS)
  • High Risk Food protection, cross-contamination
  • Moderate Food management certification valid / Employee training verification ×2

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Frequently Asked Questions

EL MACHETICO received a ClearScore of 80/100 (Grade B) on its inspection on August 24, 2026. 4 violations were found, including 2 high-risk issues. Overall, the kitchen was in reasonable compliance.

The most recent inspection of EL MACHETICO on August 24, 2026 found 4 violations: 2 high-risk, 2 moderate, and 0 minor. High-risk violations are the most serious category and require immediate correction under Florida law.

EL MACHETICO was last inspected on August 24, 2026 by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Florida restaurants are typically inspected 1–3 times per year on an unannounced basis, with more frequent visits following serious violations.

EL MACHETICO received a Grade B (ClearScore 80/100) on its most recent inspection. There were 2 high-risk violations noted, which are worth reviewing before your visit. We recommend checking the specific violations listed above.

After receiving a warning, EL MACHETICO is required to address the violations found. The DBPR may schedule a follow-up inspection to verify corrections. You can check the current status of EL MACHETICO's license directly at myfloridalicense.com.

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