BUEN TAMAL
1004 E 16 ST, Hialeah FL 33010 · 7868363084
Last inspected Jul 7, 2026 · 6 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jul 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored in hand sink. During the inspection employee removed it.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nov 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit provided during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at the time of callback inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container with no labeled.
Oct 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked pork stored inside the reach in cooler. Employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed several plastic bottles stored inside the hand sink. During the inspection employee removed items
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed chest freezer interior soiled.
Jun 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 757 E 20 ST, Hialeah — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed market bags being used to store product inside reach in cooler and reach in freezer. Coached operator on proper bags to be used.
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. Provided operator with bodily fluids handout.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license 10-01-2023.
Food stored on floor. Observed, water bottles being stored on the floor under front counter. Operator stored product properly.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted on top of reach in cooler. Operator inverted containers during inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with sugar not labeled next to front counter. Operator labeled product with common name.
Mar 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
Recorded at 757 E 20 ST, Hialeah — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority7 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit on premises.
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.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork, being stored inside reach in cooler not labeled. Employee labeled product.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.