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SHAMAMA RESTAURANT

With 13 documented inspections, SHAMAMA RESTAURANT in MARGATE has achieved a 2.2/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 2 weeks ago · 13 reports on file

7456 Royal Palm Boulevard
Florida, 33063
Broward County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.2/5)
Based on 13 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

2/21/2026· 2w ago

Visit ID: 13636439

Follow-up Inspection Required

3 int, 2 basic

  • 08B-38-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of raw meat on kitchen floor next to cook line. Observed pikliz stored directly on floor inside walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-21: Observed same Admin Complaint
  • 12B-13-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed drink inside cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-21: Observed same **Time Extended**
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In womens bathroom, no paper towels. Next to triple sink, hand wash sink no paper towels Kitchen hand wash sink, no paper towels. Operator placed paper towels next to kitchen hand wash sink. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-21: Observed same for bathrooms Admin Complaint
  • 05-08-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-21: Observed same Admin Complaint
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No hand soap kitchen hand wash station. No soap for triple sink hand wash station. No hand soap for men's bathroom Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-21: Observed same for bathrooms Admin Complaint

2/20/2026· 2w ago

Visit ID: 13544784

Follow-up Inspection Required

3 high, 4 int, 2 basic

  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of raw meat on kitchen floor next to cook line. Observed pikliz stored directly on floor inside walk in cooler. Warning
  • 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed drink inside cooler. Warning
  • 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Upon arrival observed operator don gloves with no prior handwash and immediately conducted food preparation by dicing celery. Warning
  • 01B-02-5: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. pikliz (44-45F - Cold Holding); cooked turkey (44-46F - Cold Holding); Rice, cooked (45F - Cold Holding). As per operator food in unit portioned or prepared over 4 hours ago. See stop sale.. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pikliz (44-45F - Cold Holding); cooked turkey (44-46F - Cold Holding); Rice, cooked (45F - Cold Holding). As per operator food in unit portioned or prepared over 4 hours ago. See stop sale. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 03D-15-4:Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cooked grio (73F @ 1113 to 73F @ 1154 - Heated Cooling since 0945). Observed operator cooling on kitchen counter directly in front of stove top. Operator moved to walk in cooler for quick chill **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In womens bathroom, no paper towels. Next to triple sink, hand wash sink no paper towels Kitchen hand wash sink, no paper towels. Operator placed paper towels next to kitchen hand wash sink. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No hand soap kitchen hand wash station. No soap for triple sink hand wash station. No hand soap for men's bathroom Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

10/10/2025· 5mo ago

Visit ID: 13544689

Met Inspection Standards

1 basic

  • 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Opposite Steam table at cook line, Hand wash sink is spraying water when turned on. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: Observed water leaking from faucet. **Time Extended**

10/9/2025· 5mo ago

Visit ID: 10917478

Follow-up Inspection Required

4 high, 3 int, 4 basic

  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaging in food preparation not wearing hair restraint. Operator provided employees with hair nets during the inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 08B-47-4:Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. At walk in cooler container of cooked chicken stored on floor. At cook line buss pan of raw chicken stored on floor . Operator elevated. Corrected On-Site Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in three door cooler interior have accumulation of blood from cases of chicken. Warning
  • 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Opposite Steam table at cook line, Hand wash sink is spraying water when turned on. Warning
  • 22-45-4:High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Employee washing dishes in three compartment sink with no sanitizing step. Advised operator to set up three compartment sink and sanitize dishes. Three compartment sink was set up reading chlorine 100 ppm. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled raw chicken and Touched condiment bottles. Educated operator on proper handwashing procedures. Operator washed rinsed and sanitized condiment bottles. Operator then properly washed hands and put on new gloves. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 01B-02-5: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. Walk in cooler - cooked goat (56F); whole milk (51F - Cold Holding) ;cooked turkey (49F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were not prepared or portioned today. Items were left in cooler over night. See stop sale. Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1.Walk in cooler - cooked goat (56F Cold holding ); whole milk (51F - Cold Holding) ;cooked turkey (49F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were not prepared or portioned today. Items were left in cooler over night. See stop sale. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink opposite steam table. Operator provided during inspection. Hand wash sink opposite triple sink. Operator provided during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink opposite triple sink. Operator provided during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beans , cooked meat prepared more than 24 hours not date marked. Made yesterday at 10:00 am checked at 3:51pm. Warning

2/28/2025· 1y ago

1 high, 1 basic

  • 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling vent above three compartment sink hanging open.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler, fish (45F - Cold Holding), goat (51F - Cold Holding) employee stated held less than two hours. Moved items to different cooler to chill **Corrective Action Taken**

11/7/2024· 1y 4mo ago

2 high

  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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. Walk in cooler- cooked chicken (56F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (57F - Cold Holding) per operator items. Per operator items cold no,ding in unit overnight. Observed walk in cooler ambient temperature of 50F. All items not prepared or portioned today. see stop sale Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: 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 Walk in cooler- piklis 50F (cold holding) . Per operator item in walk in cooler overnight. See stop sale Admin Complaint
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler 1. pleklez (56F - Cold Holding); cheese (56F) ; butter (55F - Cold Holding). Per operator items in unit less than four hours. Observed unit ambient temperature of 50F. Overplayed items in other coolers to rapid cool. 2.cooked chicken (56F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (57F - Cold Holding) per operator items. Per operator items cold no,ding in unit overnight. Observed walk in cooler ambient temperature of 50F. All items not prepared or portioned today. see stop sale. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler- piklis 50F (cold holding) . Per operator item in walk in cooler overnight. See stop sale Admin Complaint

11/6/2024· 1y 4mo ago

3 high, 3 int, 1 basic

  • 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open employee drink in cooler with sellable foods. Operator removed drinks Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 08A-02-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw goat stored with ready to eat foods in true reach in freezer Warning
  • 01B-02-5: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. Walk in cooler- cooked chicken (56F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (57F - Cold Holding) per operator items. Per operator items cold no,ding in unit overnight. Observed walk in cooler ambient temperature of 50F. All items not prepared or portioned today. see stop sale Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler 1. pleklez (56F - Cold Holding); cheese (56F) ; butter (55F - Cold Holding). Per operator items in unit less than four hours. Observed unit ambient temperature of 50F. Overplayed items in other coolers to rapid cool. 2.cooked chicken (56F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (57F - Cold Holding) per operator items. Per operator items cold no,ding in unit overnight. Observed walk in cooler ambient temperature of 50F. All items not prepared or portioned today. see stop sale. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 11-07-5:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Reviewed illnesses with operator. Provided hand out Warning
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at dish washing hand sink Warning

6/25/2024· 1y 8mo ago

Visit ID: 8700311

Met Inspection Standards

3 high, 3 int, 3 basic

  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse hanging on rack next to dry goods storage. Operator removed Corrected On-Site
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. 1. Container of fryer oil stored on floor by fryer. 2. Bucket of meat sauce stored on floor in walk in cooler. Operator began elevating items **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
  • 03D-01-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. On prep table in kitchen Cooked tostones (77F - Cooling). Per operator cooked 2 and a half hours ago. Operator moved to walk in cooler to rapid cool to 70F **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 14-15-4:High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Beef bones in standard to-go bag in reach in freezer
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1.Cases of raw shrimp, container of raw chicken above deli ham and green beans in reach in freezer. Operator began to separate 2. Raw egg over commercial sauces and lemonade in front cooler. Operator put eggs at bottom of unit **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips provided Repeat Violation
  • 05-06-4:Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Battery dead in probe thermometer.
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Container of cooked pork, container of cooked meat sauce in walk in cooler missing date marking. Per operator cooked more than 24 hours ago.

4/24/2024· 1y 10mo ago

Visit ID: 8659783

Met Inspection Standards

1 int

  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit provided Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-24: Next unannounced **Time Extended**

4/23/2024· 1y 10mo ago

Visit ID: 8527371

Facility Temporarily Closed

3 high, 5 int, 3 basic

  • 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches inside of not in use dish machine/ non functional dish machine. Observed 5 dead roaches inside of bucket of bleach water for soaking wiping cloths Observed 5 dead roaches inside of not in use ice machine across from triple sink in kitchen Observed 2 dead roaches inside of not in use wall mounted soap dispenser at cook line hand wash sink. Observed 1 dead roach on table holding flat top/grill on cook line kitchen Warning
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Bin of raw chicken stored on floor in front of triple sink. Operator moved to shelf Warning
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed on green shelving holding large pots on cook line Warning
  • 12A-20-4:High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee rinse hands less than 10 seconds with no soap. Discussed with operator when operator arrived Warning
  • 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12-1-23 Admin Complaint
  • 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 5 live roaches on ground in front of and under 3 door stainless reach in freezer on cook line in kitchen. Observed 2 live roaches on ground behind cook line equipment under hood in kitchen. Observed approximately 2 live roaches on wooden 2x4s supporting drain pipe under triple sink in kitchen Observed 1 live roach inside of not in use ice machine across from triple sink in kitchen Observed 1 live roach on ground under cook line hand wash sink. Observed 1 live roach inside of not in use/not functioning ware washing machine Observed 1 live roach on ground in front of shelf holding large pots. Warning
  • 14-16-4:Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed Broken cutting board with jagged edges Warning
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit provided Warning
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at all hand wash sinks. Operator refilled Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 05-03-4:Intermediate - Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Probe thermometer provided measures 50F+ Warning
  • 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

12/18/2023· 2y 2mo ago

Visit ID: 8528803

Met Inspection Standards

2 int

  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-17: Observed at callback inspection same. 59 day callback set from original 60 day violation. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-18: Observed at callback inspection same. Manager did not pass initial test. Proof provided of new Food Manager exam scheduled for 12-21-23. **Time Extended**
  • 05-08-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-17: Observed at callback inspection same. Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-18: Observed at callback inspection cooking thermometer only present. **Time Extended**

10/17/2023· 2y 4mo ago

Visit ID: 8526938

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 3 int

  • 08A-17-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At reach in freezer - raw fish not commercially packaged over bag of spinach- operator moved to lower shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-17: Observed at callback inspection same. Open package of raw goat above bags of green beans in chest freezer by cook line. Admin Complaint
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer stored over single service items at dry storage - operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-17: Observed at callback inspection same. Air freshener sprays on shelf next to dry spices and bag of croutons on shelf above wood table at dry storage area. Admin Complaint
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-17: Observed at callback inspection same. 59 day callback set from original 60 day violation. **Time Extended**
  • 05-08-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-17: Observed at callback inspection same. Admin Complaint
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-17: Observed at callback inspection some training certificates available. Florida Restaurant Lodging Association. 59 day callback set from original 60 day violation. **Time Extended**

10/16/2023· 2y 4mo ago

Visit ID: 8356585

Follow-up Inspection Required

9 high, 4 int, 5 basic

  • 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. At dry storage area observed approximately 4 dead roaches on floor- operator removed. Warning
  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee open bottle of water on prep table by cook line. Warning
  • 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. At walk in cooler employee food stored over cooked chicken and beef- operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of oil on floor. Warning
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on cutting board at prep counter. Warning
  • 03D-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. At walk in cooler - Cooked chicken 50-51F at 10:15 ( cooling overnight), cooked turkey 50-51F at 10:15 ( cooling overnight), cooked beef 50-51F at 10:15 ( cooling overnight)- food in large quantity and covered- at current rate of cooling food did not reach 41F within 6 hours- see stop sale. Warning
  • 03D-01-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. At walk in cooler- cooked gravy 71F at 10:15 ( cooling overnight)- food in large quantity and covered- at current rate of cooling food did not reach 41F within 6 hours- see stop sale. Warning
  • 12A-16-4:High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Two employees entered establishment and started preparing food- without washing hands- educated operator- employee washed hands. Warning
  • 08A-17-6:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At reach in freezer - raw fish not commercially packaged over bag of spinach- operator moved to lower shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. At dish machine area- approximately 1 live roach crawling on wall by soap dispenser machine. Warning
  • 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. At prep area counter- Raw shell eggs 53F- cold holding - food not prepare or portioned today- food left out on counter for 30 minutes - operator moved to reach in freezer to quick chill. Warning
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At walk in cooler- coleslaw 51F Fat 10:15 ( cooling overnight)- food covered and stored in large quantities- at current rate of cooling food did not reach 41F within 4 hours. At walk in cooler - Cooked chicken 50-51F at 10:15 ( cooling overnight), cooked turkey 50-51F at 10:15 ( cooling overnight), cooked beef 50-51F at 10:15 ( cooling overnight)- food in large quantity and covered- at current rate of cooling food did not reach 41F within 6 hours- see stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. At walk in cooler- cooked gravy 71F at 10:15 ( cooling overnight)- food in large quantity and covered- at current rate of cooling food did not reach 41F within 6 hours- see stop sale. Warning
  • 03D-06-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At walk in cooler- coleslaw 51F Fat 10:15 ( cooling overnight)- food covered and stored in large quantities- at current rate of cooling food did not reach 41F within 4 hours. Warning
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer stored over single service items at dry storage - operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning
  • 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink- at both hand wash sinks in kitchen- operator provided. Warning