EL IMPERIO DE LA COMIDA
1325 E 4 AVE, Hialeah FL 33010 · 305-887-6789
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 10 visits since January 2024
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JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored on top of cooked chicken on shelf at meats walk in cooler at kitchen area. Employee stored properly during inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored on top of raw fish on shelf at meats walk in cooler at kitchen area. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fried pork belly (97F - Hot Holding) inside steam table at front counter. As per operator for 1 hour. Operator removed fried pork belly to reheat it during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled on top of preparation table in front of back door at kitchen area. Chef removed can opener and put it in three compartment sink to wash during inspection.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice cubes inside hand wash sink next to coffee machine at front counter.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not identified under table 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 employees back pack stored on dry storage shelf next to single service use items at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door at kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed walk in freezer vents with ice buildup at kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside mop bucket in front of back door at kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution on top of steam table in front of walk in freezer at kitchen area. Employee removed it and stored it in sanitizer solution during inspection.
May 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate7 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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed kitchen can opener with food debris.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored on top of French fries inside reach in cooler in front of fryers at kitchen area. Employee stored properly during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed Chico flan dessert date marked 02/07/2026 at front counter. Employee discarded during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Sliced Ham (47F - Cold Holding) and Sliced Cheese (49F - Cold Holding) stored inside containers at reach in cooler in front of fryers at kitchen area. As per operator for more than 4 hours. Operator discarded during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Sliced Ham (47F - Cold Holding) and Sliced Cheese (49F - Cold Holding) stored inside containers at reach in cooler in front of fryers at kitchen area. As per operator for more than 4 hours. Operator discarded during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fried ripe plantains (120F - Hot Holding); inside front counter steam table. As per operator for less than 1 hour. Employee reheat during inspection. Fried plantains (167F - Reheating). Also observed Fried Fish (127F - Hot Holding) inside front counter steam table. As per operator for less than 1 hour.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed behind shelf next to hand wash sink at kitchen area. Also observed in front of steam table at kitchen area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled at preparation table next to back door at kitchen area. Also observed microwave interior soiled on shelf in front of fryers at kitchen area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit expired 01/2025.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust dry storage shelves at kitchen area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal containers with no handle inside rice container and beans container at dry storage area. Chef discarded during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vegetables walk in cooler ceiling with black mold like substance at kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees personal car keys and phone stored on shelf on top of establishment clean utensils and food at dry storage area.
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation with hair restraint not effective at front counter.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn in front of fryers at kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the floor inside walk in freezer at kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed ripe plantains thawing at room temperature inside box next to fryers. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Employee stored inside walk in cooler during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizer.
Dec 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 6, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed person in charge provided copies of all certificates and the issued date was unable to read.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled nozzle with mold-like substance at triple sink at dishwashing area. Also observed soiled gaskets at reach in cooler across fryers at kitchen area.
Oct 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans of red pepper strips dented at dry storage area. Operator removed dented cans.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed corn tamales inside thank you bags at walk in freezer.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed raid spray can at front counter next to dessert reach in cooler. Chef removed items at the time of inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cooked Yucca (54F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler as per operator for more than 4 hours. Operator discarded food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw Pork (45F - Cold Holding); Cooked Yucca (54F - Cold Holding); Raw Beef (45F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (54F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked Ground Beef (47F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler, as per operator less than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Ripe Plantains (116F - Hot Holding);Fried Breaded Shrimp (98F - Hot Holding) at front counter. As per operator for less than four hours. Operator reheated Ripe Plantains (186F - Reheating); Fried Breaded Shrimp (178F - Reheating)
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed raid spray bottles stored at front counter next to food items. Employee removed item at the time of inspection.
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/
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked yucca, cooked chicken, cooked ground beef in shelves at walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed person in charge provided copies of all certificates and the issued date was unable to read.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at wheat container at front counter. Operator removed items it.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone and car keys stored in dry storage rack next to corn starch at prep area. Chef removed items from storage racks.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled on top of prep table in front of stoves at kitchen area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled nozzle with mold-like substance at triple sink at dishwashing area. Also observed soiled gaskets at reach in cooler across fryers at kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed ripe plantains (Frozen) next to fryers at kitchen area. Employee moved to walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed all around kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified at prep table next to orange juice machine at front counter. Also observed crackers crumbled container with no label at dry storage, Chef identified item during the time of inspection.
Jan 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout the establishment areas.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork belly, and raw fish fillets thawing in standing water inside the three compartments sink. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them in the walk in cooler.
Jul 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 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 bread pudding, and flan held for more than 24 hours with no date marked at reach in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. By the kitchen exit door, and dining room.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish fillets thawing in standing water inside three compartments sink.
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate6 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.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Rice, beans etc in dry storage room.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Food stored on floor. Observed frozen boxes of food store on floor. Walk in freezer.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Jan 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a can of corn in the storage rack with a dent.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (51F - Cold Holding) stored on top of the front counter 20 minutes before inspection, operator placed back inside the reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (110F - Hot Holding); chicken (131F - Hot Holding) at the front counter steam table. As per operator placed on the line 30 minutes before inspection. Asked operator to reheat items to 165F and above.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed raid can next to food preparation area. Operator stored properly.
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. Emailed form to operator.
Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Observed fresh watermelon juice in the reach in cooler at the front counter with no warning label.
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/ Observed 5 employee in the establishment working with no manager in charge.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal containers used as a scoop with no handle. Operator removed.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the kitchen.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Inside 2nd walk in cooler.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. In the kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go plates stored on the floor in the attic. Operator stored correctly.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed handwashing sink with pipe leaking.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 2 wet towels on top of cutting board at the front counter. Operator placed inside the sanitizer solution.
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.