HAKUNA MATATA RESTAURANT
395 E 10 ST · HIALEAH · Dade County · FL 33010
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
11 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 2
01B-01-4High Priority – Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans of diced pineapple dented at kitchen area. Operator discarded it during inspection.
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Bechamel Sauce (54F – Cold Holding)inside reach in cooler. As per operator for less than 3 hours. Operator uncovered inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrected On-Site**
Intermediate 2
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed glass cup stored inside hand wash sink during inspection.
53B-05-5Intermediate – Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 2 employees certificates expired on 8/25 and 11/25.
Basic 7
36-32-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with water damage at kitchen area.
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer Observed ice buildup inside chest freezer at kitchen area.
10-07-4Basic – In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop stored inside hand standing water temperature 72 degrees. Operator discarded the water during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4Basic – Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled at kitchen area
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled under microwave at kitchen area.
36-27-5Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed all around kitchen area.
42-01-4Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed next to chest freezer at kitchen area.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 18, 2026 8:00 AM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.