Inspection Report

Florida DBPR Inspection Report
Completed

I HEART FRIES

1675 W 49 ST , 1240 · HIALEAH · Dade County · FL 33012

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateSeptember 17, 2026
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionInspection Completed – No Further Action
Resultmet_inspection_standards
Inspection number3769395
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID13888183
DBPR license2335438

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
8 High Priority6 Intermediate14 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical28 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

28 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 8

#15High Priority14-31-5

High Priority – Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw burgers stored on thank you bags.

#16High Priority08A-05-6

High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above cooked corn tortillas on stand unit at kitchen.

#17High Priority08A-20-5

High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored above raw pork on standing unit at kitchen.

#18High Priority02C-01-5

High Priority – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked pasta dated on 08/31, cooked steak 08/20 and homemade marinara sauce dated on 08/12 on shelves at walk in cooler. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#19High Priority12A-09-4

High Priority – Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee changing tasks at kitchen not changing gloves . Coached employ proper procedures.

#20High Priority01B-02-5

High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pasta dated on 08/31, cooked steak 08/20 and homemade marinara sauce dated on 08/12 on shelves at walk in cooler. Operator discarded during inspection.

Stop Sale
#21High Priority03B-01-6

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausages (128F – Hot Holding) on steam table, as per operator less than 1 hour, operator proceeded to reheated. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken
#22High Priority29-42-4

High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

Intermediate 6

#23Intermediate11-27-4

Intermediate – Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.

#24Intermediate16-37-1

Intermediate – No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.

#25Intermediate31B-02-4

Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area. Operator restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#26Intermediate31B-03-4

Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap on both hand wash sinks, operator restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#27Intermediate02C-02-5

Intermediate – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked on shelves at walk in cooler. **Warning**

Warning
#28Intermediate41-17-4

Intermediate – Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not identified with common name next to 3 compartment sink. Operator identified. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Basic 14

#1Basic23-24-4

Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled with food debris handles on both standing units at kitchen area.

#2Basic36-34-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulated on ceiling tiles at kitchen area.

#3Basic50-09-4

Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

#4Basic13-07-4

Basic – Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging food preparation wearing a watch.

#5Basic29-09-4

Basic – Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed hot water handle loose at front counter.

#6Basic36-01-4

Basic – Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under rack at walk in cooler.

#7Basic10-07-4

Basic – In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 89° next to stove, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#8Basic51-18-6

Basic – No copy of latest inspection report available.

#9Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units at kitchen area.

#10Basic22-16-4

Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in cooler interior at kitchen area.

#11Basic08B-12-5

Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed cooked corn tortillas not covered apron standing unit at kitchen.

#12Basic06-01-5

Basic – Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw burgers (frozen) next to fryer at kitchen area, operator moved to walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#13Basic42-01-4

Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

#14Basic21-09-4

Basic – Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on preparation table at kitchen.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 18, 2026 11:51 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 1 · Approved food source
1 observation(s)
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
2 observation(s)
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 6 · Proper thawing of TCS food
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
3 observation(s)
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
1 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 13 · Clothing, hair restraints, jewelry and fingernails
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
1 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
1 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
2 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
2 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
2 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
2 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
1 observation(s)
Category 42 · Cleaning and maintenance equipment
1 observation(s)
Category 50 · Current license displayed
1 observation(s)
Category 51 · Other sanitary and safe-operation conditions
1 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.