CASINO KITCHEN 1ST FLOOR/JUNIOR BISTRO
2200 E 4 AVE, Hialeah FL 33013 · 305-885-800
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
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JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on October 1st, 2023.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Ham croquettes (117F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding unit. As per employee for less than an hour. Employee reheat it during inspection Ham croquettes (169F - Reheating).
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator provided written procedures during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in cooler next to steam table at kitchen area.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled next to mop sink at kitchen area. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on top of reach in cooler next to mop sink at kitchen area. Employee removed and stored properly during inspection.
Apr 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Black beans soup (44F - Cooling) inside reach in cooler. As per operator from last night at 10 pm. Operator discarded during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell stored next to bread inside container at reach in cooler at cook line area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Black beans soup (44F - Cooling) inside reach in cooler. As per operator from last night at 10 pm. Operator discarded during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed White Rice (127F - Hot Holding) inside steam table at kitchen area. As per operator for less than 2 hours. Also observed Croquettes (117F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding unit at front counter. Operator removed to reheat during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soil on preparation table at kitchen area. Operator washed during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside white rice container at steam table at kitchen area. Employee removed and stored properly during inspection.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean utensils stored not inverted inside container on shelf next to dishwasher machine at kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed 2 speakers stored on shelf on top of preparation table next to exit door at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation wearing a bracelet and a watch at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn next to flat top at kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside chest freezer at bar area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at triple door reach in cooler in front of dishwasher machine at kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at triple door reach in cooler in front of dishwasher machine.
Stored food not covered. Observed raw burger patties stored uncovered inside reach in cooler next to ice machine at kitchen area. Employee covered during inspection.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed 2 wet mops not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry at mop sink area next to ice machine at kitchen area. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution on top of preparation table at front counter.
Oct 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris across front dishwasher machine. Employee cleaned during inspection. Also observed can opener soiled with food debris across from handwashing sink next to main entrance, employee cleaned during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink soiled with food debris next to entrance door. Manager cleaned during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled next to ice machine, employee labeled during inspection.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal bottle s Water inside reach in cooler next to cook line. Manager removed and discarded during inspection.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted at cook line. Employee inverted during inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with flour not labeled under preparation table next to main entrance. Employee labeled during inspection.
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled with food debris, manager removed and replaced it with a clean one.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee provided paper towels during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of cooking oil being stored on the floor next to 3 compartment sink. Employee removed and stored properly.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sink behind front counter, manager provided during inspection.
Aug 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed employee bottle of medicine being stored inside reach in cooler next to ice machine. Employee removed and stored it properly.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled next to ice machine. Employee labeled during inspection.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top ice machine.employee washed ice scoop and stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bag of raw chicken inside 3 compartment sink thawing, manager turn on running water to thaw product.
Jun 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and beans stored inside the reach in cooler without dated marked. As per employee food was prepared 2 days before the inspection. Employee marked the item with the proper date.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed one case of water stored on the floor by the dishwasher machine area. Employee removed item and placed correctly.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed several kitchen utensils stored in standing water at 75°F. Employed discarded water.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind flat top grill soiled with accumulated grease.
Feb 21, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on October 1st, 2023.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris near pizza oven.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near mop sink. Operator provided paper towels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of chicken soup, chicken wings with no label stored in reach in cooler near dish machine area. Observed trays of cooked lasagna stored in the walk in cooler in the basement with no label. As per operator, items wet prepared 2 days ago.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure at cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled with old food debris near dish machine.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean utensils not inverted with handle facing up at dish machine area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers at dish area wet nesting.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in walk in freezer located in basement of establishment.
Stored food not covered. Observed containers of chicken wings and chicken soup stored in reach in cooler near dish machine area not covered. Operator provided lids for containers.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind flat top grill soiled with accumulated grease.
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.