Inspectors Shocked! Roach Infestations and Rotten Food Shut Down 6 Restaurants
- Florida inspectors shut down 6 restaurants over serious health violations.
- Live and dead roaches were found in kitchens, coolers, and prep areas.
- Some locations had unsafe food temperatures, risking bacterial growth.
- All restaurants were later allowed to reopen after cleanup and re-inspection.
Florida — Health inspectors have temporarily shut down six restaurants after uncovering alarming conditions, including roach infestations and dangerous food safety violations that could pose serious risks to customers.
Officials from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation conducted inspections across several cities, including Pompano Beach, Miami, Oakland Park, and Florida City.
Roaches Found in Kitchens, Equipment, and Food Areas
Several restaurants were cited for severe pest infestations. Inspectors reported finding live roaches crawling inside coolers, on prep tables, and even near food storage areas.
Among the impacted locations:
- Happy House
- Grace Restaurant
- Unique Park Restaurant
- Inkas Grill Corp.
Inspectors documented:
- Multiple live roaches inside coolers and freezers
- Dead roaches scattered across floors and equipment
- Roaches crawling near food prep surfaces and storage areas
In some cases, restaurants had repeat violations, indicating ongoing sanitation issues.
Unsafe Food Conditions Raise Serious Concerns
Beyond pest problems, inspectors also flagged dangerous food handling practices…