EL YAYABO CAFETERIA
1087 E 25TH STREET, Hialeah FL 33013
Last inspected Apr 3, 2024 · 5 visits since July 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
JUL 23
OCT 23
JAN 24
▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst 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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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Apr 3, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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. Provided form to operator.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233..Observed all employee certification expired as of 12-09-2023
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed not self-closing doors. Observed in the men bathroom
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on the wall inside the men bathroom.
Jan 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw steak stored in grocery bags inside the 3 compartment sink. Also observed food stored in grocery bags inside reach in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed plant food stored next to raw shell eggs inside reach in cooler next to oven. Employee stored food properly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over shell eggs stored inside reach in cooler next to oven.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs being stored on top of grill next to fryer. Operator removed the raw shell eggs and stored them inside the reach in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (49F - Cold Holding) in standing water.at 3 compartment sink. As per operator less than one hour.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked onions (78F - Hot Holding)on top of grill next to fryer. As per operator onions were cooked approximately 2 hours ago. Also Observed milk (106 - Hot Holding) Located next to coffee machine at front counter. Employee reheated milk (165f - Reheating )
Employee with long fingernails working with exposed food, single-service items or clean equipment and utensils. Observed employee preparing a sandwich with out gloves. Inspector instructed employee during inspection.
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. Provided form to operator.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233..Observed all employee certification expired as of 12-09-2023
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed not self-closing doors. Observed in the men bathroom
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal bag stored on top of slicer in the kitchen area. Employee removed personal bag.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook with out hair restraint while cooking.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on the wall inside the men bathroom.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up inside the reach in freezer located in the back of kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee bottle water inside reach in cooler next to oven. Employee removed the water bottle from the reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw steak( 49F - Cold Holding )in standing water at 3 compartment sink. As per operator less than one hour.
Oct 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed plastic thank you bags used to store tequenos, and green peppers in reach in freezer.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2023
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed no food grade brush used a coffee station.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used as liner on shelves in reach in freezer.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled with dust at dining area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on back door to the outside.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in reach in freezer at back storage area.
Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing end caps. Observed light bulb missing end cap light in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork thawing in standing water at 3 compartment sink. Operator began running water on pork to properly thaw.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at kitchen on top of stove.
Oct 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed next to coffee machine.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at he back door.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in kitchen area.
Jul 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw steak in cooler, employee rearranged properly during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef stew (98F - Hot Holding) as per Manager less than 4 hours, employee discarded during inspection l
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 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.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed next to coffee machine.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beans not date marked, as per employee over 24 hours, employee dated during inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at he back door.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in kitchen area.
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.