EL MAMEY FRUTERIA
4410 W 16 AVE STE 10, Hialeah FL 33012 · 305-822-5343
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 6 visits since July 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 20+ flies on preparation area, some are landing on preparation tables and food containers at kitchen area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 18, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed white rice (45F - Cooling) on shelves at walk in cooler, as per employee rice was cooked 2 days ago, employee discarded during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed white rice (45F - Cooling) on shelves at walk in cooler, as per employee rice was cooked 2 days ago, employee discarded during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table at kitchen area.
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on screen door at kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw pork containers stored on floor at kitchen area. Also observed multiple food containers stored on floor at walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed on white chest freezer.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at walk in cooler.
Aug 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 26 violations recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority6 Intermediate12 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 white rice (45F - Cooling) on shelves at walk in cooler, as per employee rice was cooked 2 days ago, employee discarded during inspection.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 20+ flies on preparation area, some are landing on preparation tables and food containers at kitchen area.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above breaded fish fillets at walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed establishment selling merengues without proof of source at front counter. Operator discarded during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed white rice (45F - Cooling) on shelves at walk in cooler, as per employee rice was cooked 2 days ago, employee discarded during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw pork (57F - Cold Holding) at kitchen area, as per operator less than 1 hour. Operator add ice for rapid cooling..
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tamales (125F - Hot Holding) ground beef (96F - Hot Holding) at kitchen area, as per employee less than 2 hours. Employee proceeded to reheated.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +100ppm); employee add water to diluted solution.Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed hot running water at 78°. Running for 10 minutes approximately. Operator check breakers. Hot water at 97° F.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed next to 3 compartment sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot running water at 78°. Running for 10 minutes approximately. Operator check breakers. Hot water at 97° F.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table at kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on screen door at kitchen area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at walk in cooler.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed 2 fly sticky tape on top of preparation area full of flies at kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw pork containers stored on floor at kitchen area. Also observed multiple food containers stored on floor at walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed on white chest freezer.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at walk in cooler.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed front door open during operational hours. Also observed gap on back screen door. Observed approximately 20+ flies on preparation area, some are landing on preparation tables and food containers at kitchen area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic utensils container stored on floor at front counter. Operator stored properly.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork containers not covered at walk in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed next to 3 compartment sink.
Jan 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented tomato pure can. Operator discarded.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed laws blue bucket used to store tomato sauce.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed fly glue tape at storage. Operator removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purses above single serve containers, Employees moved personal items items away from single serve containers.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets and containers with cut vegetables and raw chicken stored on the floor at walk in cooler. Operator stored food containers six inches above the floor.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed inside chicken noodle soup container. Ladle handle buried inside soup. Operator removed ladle.
Jul 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed black trash bags used to cover pork belly inside walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen and inside walk in cooler ceiling dusty.
Fly sticky trap hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed above table with food containers at kitchen, Operator moved trap to a proper location.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers inside walk in cooler dusty.
Nov 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork belly stored in black trash bags, non food grade. Manager replaced bags with food grade bags.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing food, wrist jewelry on. Employee removed jewelry.
Jul 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at kitchen and inside walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at preparation area at kitchen no sign at hand wash sink.
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