EL NUEVO PIO PIO CAFE CORP
11300 NW 87 CT #134, Hialeah Gardens FL 33018 · 305.826.5688
Last inspected Feb 9, 2026 · 6 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs observed at ambient temperature under the preparation table.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Feb 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed plastic food storage cracked in half, stored on the drying shelf above the three compartment sink.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed container with oregano not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin located at front counter.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. At the cook line area.
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Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a plastic container with raw onions stored on the kitchen floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food storage shelves next to the steam table with grease buildup. Observed exterior of the microwave soiled.
Aug 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed at cook line fresh garlic in oil (91F - Cold Holding), as per operator for over 4 hours out of temperature. Operator discarded food on site.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line fresh garlic in oil (91F - Cold Holding), as per operator for over 4 hours out of temperature. Operator discarded food on site.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the steam table roasted pork (101F - Hot Holding), as per operator for about an hour. Operator reheating food.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a bucket stored in the hand wash sink located in the kitchen. Operator removed it.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed cooked beef frozen not date marked.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed containers not inverted stored above three compartment sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal handbags stored on and above/next to food utensils. Operator removed it on site.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn, unit located by exit door.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed storage shelves soiled. Observed storage shelf above steam table with some soil buildup.
Stored food not covered. Observed in the reach in cooler at storage area cooked beef not covered. Operator covered it on site.
Jan 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed food containers not inverted in shelves above the three compartment sink.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed some grease accumulated on the floor at cook line underneath the oven.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed both oven at cook line soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food storage shelves with some grease accumulation, located at cook line. Observed storage shelf above the steam table with some dust accumulation.
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.
Jul 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw eggs stored at room temperature at cook line, employee placed raw eggs in the cooler to rapidly cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On top of the steam table observed cooked beef (125F - Hot Holding), as per employee placed over the container not over 1 hour. Employee reheating food.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a large cutting board stored in the hand wash sink at kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven at cook line.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer located next to exit door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled at reach in freezer located next to exit door. Observed hood filter at kitchen soiled.
Oct 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs observed at ambient temperature under the preparation table.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Over the steam table observed cooked chicken (118F - Hot Holding), as per manager for less than 2 hours.employee reheating food on site.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cutting board stored over the hand sink located in the kitchen. Employee removed it on site.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed raw oxtail stored under the hand sink, employee removed it and placed it in the cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food storage shelves next to the steam table soiled with grease buildup.
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