CASA MARIN
4195 PALM AVE, Hialeah FL 33012 · 8240023
Last inspected Mar 24, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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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. Observed license expired 10/01/2023
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,480
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021055503 | Sep 15, 2021 | Feb 18, 2022 | $280 |
| 1--2017030650 | Jun 21, 2017 | Jul 20, 2017 | $400 |
| 1--2015038947 | Aug 31, 2015 | Oct 6, 2015 | $800 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef being stored on top cooked shredded pork inside reach in cooler at cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener on top preparation table soiled with food residue. Employee removed and washed clean during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee provided during inspection.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles soiled missing at kitchen area.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with water marks at dining area..
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal cell phone on top preparation table at kitchen area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles at cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with cooking oil being stored on the floor at cook line Employee removed and stored properly.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on top ice machine at prep area. Employee removed and replaced with clean one and stored properly.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled with food debris at cook line,Employee cleaned properly during inspection.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal drink inside reach in cooler at prep area. Employee removed and stored on assigned area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with milk and juice residue behind front counter.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed soiled wet towel under microwave at cook line. Employee removed and discarded during inspection.
Nov 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate14 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken on top raw beef inside reach in cooler across the oven, Employee removed and stored properly, coached employees on proper storage.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ham slicer soiled with food debris at preparation table.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed dirty plate being stored inside handwashing sink next to reach in cooler behind front counter.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed plastic container with sugar not labeled next to coffee station, employee labeled during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled across the oven. Manager labeled during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed to go plastic container inisde flour container being used to dispense flour at cook line. Employee removed and discarded. Dispenser with handle was provided.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled with food debris at cook line.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates not inverted on top of steam table. Employee inverted during inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board with deep cut marks on top preparation table at cook line. Manager discarded white cutting board during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food behind sandwich station without hair restraint, manager provided hat during inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets inside reach in cooler at cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of malanga being stored on the floor in preparation area next to ice machine, employee removed and stored properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs being stored on oven door handles, employee removed, washed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed sides of reach in cooler soiled with grease at cook line.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed multiple employees personal drinks inside reach in cooler behind front counter. Manager removed to assign employee area.
Reach in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler metal shelves soiled with rust. Employee covered with aluminum foil during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris behind front counter.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease next to service window at cook line.
May 21, 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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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at men s bathroom.
May 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken on top on raw pork inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (48F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler behind front counter. Manager discarded product during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed cutting board soiled with food debris at preparation table. Also observed can opener soiled with food debris at preparation tables across from 3 compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside handwashing at front counter.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white and green cutting board with cutting grooved on top preparation next to 3 compartment sink. Managed discarded during inspection.
Food stored on floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at men s bathroom.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler at front counter soiled with food debris.
Mar 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed raw-prepped fish next to cooked pork inside reach in cooler across from oven. Employee removed and stored properly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of degreaser next to clean cups at front counter. Employee removed and stored properly
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Norberto Perez certificate expired as-11/10-2024
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris across from 3 compartment sink. Employee removed and placed inside 3 compartment to be washed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing Observed handwashing sink soiled with food debris at front counter, employee cleaned properly during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front counter handwashing sink. Manager provided during inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink behind front counter. Manager provided during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl being use to dispense seasoning, across from 3 compartment sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled with food debris at front counter and kitchen area. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white and green cutting boards with cut marks across 3 compartment sink. Manager discarded cutting boards during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food at front counter without a hair restraint, manager provided hat to employee during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed box mangoes being stored on the floor next to front service window, employee removed and stored properly,Corrected On-SiteWarning**
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sink behind front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler exterior soiled with food. Next to oven
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris at front counter and kitchen area. Employee cleaned properly during inspection.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled towels in use at kitchen area. Employee discarded towel during inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with sugar not labeled next to coffee station, employee labeled during inspection.
Oct 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 25 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority2 Intermediate17 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine at over 200 ppm at 3 compartment sink. Employee set up new sanitizer Chlorine at 100ppm
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2023
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed open containers of raw beef over open container of cooked pulled poor in reach in cooler in kitchen cook area. Employee moved to correct shelf's.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked pork (48°F - Cold Holding) and cooked beef(48°F - Cold Holding) According to cook out for about 40 minutes. Cook place food containers in reach in freezer for rapid chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table cooked plantains (108°F - Hot Holding); mashed potatoes (95F - Hot Holding) According to the cook out for about one hour. Cook put food containers on stove to reheat to 165. cooked plantains (108°F - Hot Holding new temp. 190°); mashed potatoes (95F - Hot Holding new temp. 165°)
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed 2 hoses with no vacuum breaker in kitchen area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board in kitchen soiled with food residue. One can open soiled with food.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed paint brush used at basting brush at coffee prep machine.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled card board in kitchen area floor.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling panels in kitchen area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed several plates throughout front counter area not inverted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board in kitchen with excess grooves that needs replacing.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishwasher no working.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed several employees drinking coffee at front counter sandwich prep area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone at coffee prep area at front counter.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed shelves under peeping table rusted as well as gaskets on reach in coolers torn.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed approximately 100 seats, license for 16 seats.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. standing water on the floor at kitchen, also drain on the floor soil with food debris.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles in kitchen floor area cracked and in disrepair
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel placed under cutting board at prep table.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed 3 missing drip pans at kitchen hood system.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front count hand wash sink no employee hand was sign.
Stored food not covered. Observed in front counter cooler 6 prepared salads not covered
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in kitchen area towels not stored in sanitizer solution.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed use of soiled towel on top of stove.
Jul 25, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 24, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm)
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over tomato sauce open pot inside reach in cooler at kitchen, also Raw ch stored over cooked beef container in reach in cooler. Coo moved raw items and stored them away from ready to eat foods inside reach in cooler.
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 handout to operator, operator printed handout for cleaning instructions for vomit and diarrhea events.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards, and can opener soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cleaning sponge inside hand wash sink at kitchen. Employee removed cleaning sponge from inside hand wash sink.
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/
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at ware washing area. Employee provided soap.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Cook removed tongs from oven door handle.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at kitchen.
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.