The Mughal
2100 N University Dr, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024 · Permanent Food Service · License 1623703
What drove the grade
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41°F.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Nov 2 routine inspection4 high priority (fixed on the spot, 1 repeat), 2 intermediate, 3 basic-23
- Administrative complaint on Nov 2, since fixedReduced from 20 because a follow-up found the problems fixed-12
- Safety score65
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 2 visitsRoutine inspection
- Follow-up visitNov 3, 2026 Fixed at follow-up
The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.
All earlier violations corrected.
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website - First visitNov 2, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
9 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority4
Code 03, Food out of temperature: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41°F.
In flip top cooler in kitchen, Yogurt (60°F - Cold Holding); Tofu (50°F - Cold Holding); Heavy Cream (60°F - Cold Holding). Per employee, food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in walk in cooler and moved to flip top cooler and stored for approximately 1 hour. Food was moved back to walk in cooler to quick chill.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violationAdministrative complaint
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged.
In white standing freezer in kitchen, pan of raw chicken stored over bags of okra and spinach. Food was rearranged for proper storage.
Fixed on the spot
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
In 2 door reach in freezer in kitchen, raw chicken stored in non food grade bag. Food was removed from non food grade bag and placed in food grade bag.
Fixed on the spot
Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
Bottle of scented oil body wash stored on dry goods shelf , in kitchen. next to food for establishment. Body wash was removed from shelf.
Fixed on the spot
Intermediate2
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling.
A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No certified food manager present with 4 employees.
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 & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of training for 4 employees, hired for more than 60 days.
Basic3
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored on floor.
Gallon of oil stored on floor in kitchen. Oil was removed from floor.
Fixed on the spot
Code 29, Plumbing and backflow prevention: Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Standing water in bottom of flip top cooler in kitchen.
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Walls throughout kitchen soiled with food debris.
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Time/temperature control for safety food
- Food that has to be kept hot, at 135°F or above, or cold, at 41°F or below, to stay safe: meat, seafood, eggs, dairy, cooked rice and beans, cut melons and the like.
- Ready-to-eat food
- Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.