FANNYS RESTAURANT
701 W 27 ST, Hialeah FL 33010 · 786-633-5144
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on preparation table next to kitchen entrance. Operator removed during inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef stored on top of raw pork chop inside reach in freezer at kitchen area. Operator stored raw ground beef under raw pork chop at the time of inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cooked Ground Beef (49F - Cold Holding); Red Beans (54F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler 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 Cooked Ground Beef (49F - Cold Holding); Red Beans (54F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. As per operator for more than 4 hours. Operator discarded during inspection.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Beef empanada (96F - Hot Holding); Chicken empanada (108F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding unit at front counter. Operator reheated during inspection Beef empanadas (170F - Reheating); Chicken Empanada (186F - Reheating).
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at hose bibb located outside next to mop 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. Observed no proof of training for marilaine Abelarde. As per operator working for 1 year.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottles not identified next to three compartment sink at kitchen area. Operator identified during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage at dining area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle on top of preparation table next to steam table at kitchen area. Operator removed during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees phone stored on shelf on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Operator removed during inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler with an ambient temperature of 82F at kitchen area. Operator moved food items to other cold holding unit during inspection.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled at kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored on sanitizer solution. Operator removed during inspection.
Feb 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test kit expired 09/2022.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside chest freezer at front counter.
Feb 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed water at 75 degrees Fahrenheit at hand wash sink.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken breast stored on top of raw pork inside container at reach in freezer at kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Minced Garlic (71F - Cold Holding) stored inside container at preparation table at kitchen area. As per operator for less than 1 hour. Also observed Butter (51F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at front counter. As per operator for less than 1 hour.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test kit expired 09/2022.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed no hot water at 3 compartment sink at kitchen area.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed certified food manager unable to answer how to calibrate thermometer. Coached manager during inspection.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand wash sink at kitchen area. Water temperature 75 degrees Fahrenheit, let water running for 3 minutes.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside chest freezer at front counter.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored in oven handle. Operator removed and put it to wash at the time of inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled in front of men's bathroom at back storage area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled all around kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container not identified at preparation table at kitchen area.
Oct 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed pastry goods at front counter with no invoice provided to verify source.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed pastry goods at front counter with no invoice provided to verify source.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw Goat (66F - Cold Holding).in reach cooler at kitchen area.As per operator less than to hours. Operator moved to reach in freezer to rapid chill.
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. Provided poster.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed container of cooked chicken with no date marked. As per operator prepared more than 24 hours ago. Operator date marked it.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile damage outside of women bathroom at dining area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed groove green cutting board on top of prep table at kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled on top of steamed table at kitchen area. Operator clean microwave during inspection.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed at dumpster area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at handwash sink at kitchen area.
Oct 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Discussed with operator and provided printed form. During the inspection operator provided signed form.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at front counter.
Jul 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw pork stored inside reach in freezer, located at cooking line. Employee removed items and placed correctly.
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. Discussed with operator and provided printed handout.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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. Discussed with operator and provided printed form. Operator signed form.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. By the cooking line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong on oven handle. Employee removed it.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
May 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
May 9, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw shrimp inside reach in freezer. Operator properly stored it.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shell eggs (64F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (50F - Cold Holding); beans (51F - Cold Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator, operator placed inside reach in cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser without label. Operator properly labeled it.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, located next to three compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature inside three compartment sink. Operator open the cold faucet during inspection.
Dec 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over cooked pork chops in the stand up fridge across from the three compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fried fish 92°F(Hot Holding) at the hot holding unit. Had operator to turn up the unit to accommodate for the fried fish.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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.