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HIALEAH REYS PIZZA 2

1166 W 68 ST · HIALEAH · Dade County · FL 33012

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateJanuary 23, 2025
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionWarning Issued
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3503097
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8892093
DBPR license2334288

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
4 High Priority11 Intermediate14 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical29 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 4

#15High Priority41-07-4

High Priority – Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed first aid kit stored at preparation area near walk in cooler.

#16High Priority14-31-5

High Priority – Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed trash bags used in direct contact to hold pizza dough at walk in cooler.

#17High Priority03A-02-5

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced ham (47F – Cold Holding); shredded cheese (45F – Cold holding) at prep table. Observed spaghetti (48F – Cold Holding) at kitchen area. Person in charge put ice to cool down product. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken
#18High Priority29-34-4

High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink outside.

Intermediate 11

#19Intermediate22-02-4

Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dough pizza dough portion machine soiled at storage area. Observed can opener soiled at preparation area.

#20Intermediate53A-05-6

Intermediate – No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

#21Intermediate16-62-1

Intermediate – No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.

#22Intermediate05-08-4

Intermediate – No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

#23Intermediate53B-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. Observed for employees Maria, Adelaida, Janet, Ihanet and Nancy.

#24Intermediate11-26-1

Intermediate – No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed for employees Maria, Adelaida, Janet, Ihanet and Nancy.

#25Intermediate16-37-1

Intermediate – No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

#26Intermediate31B-03-4

Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink pizza kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#27Intermediate03F-10-5

Intermediate – No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed a container with Oil and garlic time 11:30 no written plan time as a public health control.

#28Intermediate53A-14-4

Intermediate – Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment.

#29Intermediate02C-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 jello on display not date marked. As per person in charge prepared since Tuesday night. Observed a can containing strawberry jelly open at walk in cooler not date marked. As per person in charge open more than 24 hours since day before 11:00 am, violation was observed 1:45 pm next day.

Basic 14

#1Basic22-20-5

Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

#2Basic14-01-5

Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl container stored inside pasta container at kitchen area.

#3Basic36-34-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at preparation area and kitchen area and drink station area. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#4Basic12B-07-4

Basic – Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee plastic bottle water and a cup with juice stored on preparation area at pizza station and drink station.

#5Basic08B-49-4

Basic – Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee foods stored at walk in cooler.

#6Basic08B-38-4

Basic – Food stored on floor. Observed a cooked spaghetti container and a plastic grease pork container also a container with bread stored on floor at walk in cooler. Employee relocated 6 inches off floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Corrected On-SiteRepeat Violation
#7Basic10-12-5

Basic – In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.

#8Basic10-17-4

Basic – In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed pizza spatula between hand sink and wall at pizza area.

#9Basic31B-04-4

Basic – No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at drink station. Observed at ware washing area.

#10Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed vents soiled at walk in cooler.

#11Basic25-06-4

Basic – Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service spoons at coffee station.

#12Basic25-22-4

Basic – Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed single service exposed next to hand wash sink at pasta kitchen area.

#13Basic42-01-4

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

#14Basic21-12-4

Basic – Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored at preparation area at cook line.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 17, 2026 12:16 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
1 observation(s)
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
2 observation(s)
Category 5 · Food and equipment thermometers
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
2 observation(s)
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
2 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
1 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
2 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
2 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
2 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 25 · Single-service and single-use items
2 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
2 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
1 observation(s)
Category 42 · Cleaning and maintenance equipment
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
3 observation(s)

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