Panda Express #354
8000 W Broward Blvd, Plantation, FL 33388 · Permanent Food Service · License 1617745
What drove the grade
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Nov 6 complaint inspection1 basic-1
- Safety score99
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Inspection history
3 inspections · 5 visitsLatest inspection
Complaint inspection
- First visitNov 6, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
1 violation found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Basic1
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Earlier inspections 2
B81Routine inspection4 violations, 1 high priority · 1 follow-up visit Fixed at follow-up
- Follow-up visitOct 21, 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 visitOct 20, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
4 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority1
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.
Observed 2 live roaches in the prep area on the ground. Operator disposed of roaches and cleaned/ sanitized the area.
Fixed on the spotAdministrative complaint
Basic3
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Dead roaches on premises.
Observed 1 dead roach near the bins of sugar and corn starch in the kitchen. Observed 2 dead roaches under prep table. Observed 2 dead roaches by the dishwashing area. Observed 2 dead roaches by the ice machine. Operator disposed of roaches and cleaned/sanitized the areas.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violationAdministrative complaint
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Observed floor between the large pieces of equipment in the kitchen soiled with food residue and grease.
A99Routine inspection1 violation · 1 follow-up visit Fixed at follow-up
- Follow-up visitJul 18, 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 visitJul 17, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
1 violation found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Basic1
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Dead roaches on premises.
Observed 10 dead roaches on the floor under large plastic containers of sugar, salt and k-starch. Observed 3 dead roaches on the floor near the safe. Observed 6 dead roaches on the floor under the grills. Operator cleaned and sanitized all areas with dead roaches.
Fixed on the spot
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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.