CARVEL
4900 E 4 AVE, Hialeah FL 33013 · 786-683-0251
Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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4 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 form during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed reach cooler soiled with food debris at prep area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in use towel inside handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee removed and stored properly.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with bleach and water at 3 compartment sink. Employee removed and stored properly.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed Helium tank not properly secured next to walk in cooler.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vent soiled dark substance at front dining area next to bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed at prep area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on the wall next to 3 compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler top soiled with food debris. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Sep 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area soiled with water marks.
Aug 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap inside customer bathroom. Employee provided during inspection.
Bathroom door not clean. Observed dark stains on bathroom door.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler and walk in cooler door handle soiled with food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area soiled with water marks.
Condiment scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed condiment scoop inside sprinkles container. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled in preparation area and also under equipment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing tiles at back preparation area. Next to reach in cooler.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed on the ground plastic cups, paper wraps, around the dumpster area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on the wall next to 3 compartment sink.
In-use condiment scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed condiments scoops on top soiled plastic containers, employee removed, washed and stored properly. Coached employee on proper storage.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with food debris at preparation area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris in back preparation area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with dark substance behind kitchen equipment at preparation area.
Oct 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles behind reach in cooler in dry storage area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall next to back door entrance with dark substance.
Jul 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal).
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. Muhammad employed over 20 years.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in despair in dry storage area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 10-31-2023
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles behind reach in cooler in dry storage area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall next to back door entrance with dark substance.
Oct 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Jul 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 form during inspection.
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. Provided form during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
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.