South Florida Restaurants Shut Down for Severe Roach Infestations

Helilia Garden Restaurant Violations

• 🎯 Helilia Garden Restaurant in Pembroke Pines was ordered shut due to eight violations, including over 130 roaches found throughout the establishment.
• 💡 Roaches were discovered in various locations, including inside a wall-mounted soap dispenser, behind a fire extinguisher sign, and near a sink.
• 💬 The owner, referred to as Miss Rose, dismissed the severity, stating, "I think every restaurant has roaches."

Hollywood Donut Factory Issues

• 🍩 Hollywood Donut Factory faced closure after a consumer complaint revealed live roaches in the doughnut prep area, near a bakery table, and on shelving.
• ⚠️ Seven violations were noted, including cleanliness issues on fryers and grills.
• 🛠️ The owner stated that exterminators are called weekly and deliveries will now be opened outside to mitigate roach entry.

Kosanita Catering Inspection

• 🚚 Kosanita Catering, which supplies meals for child care and home health programs, was also ordered shut.
• ⚠️ While an employee claimed only one dead roach was found after fumigation, inspectors observed live roaches in a cabinet.
• 📈 Records show Kosanita Catering has had two previous inspections since 2022 requiring follow-ups and was warned about roaches in 2022.

Reopening After Violations

• ✅ All mentioned establishments were permitted to reopen after completing required cleanups and passing reinspections.