FLAMINGO LAUNDROMAT
2900 W 2 AVE, Hialeah FL 33012 · 305-305-1190
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 8 visits since October 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. Observed license expired 10/01/2023
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019023061 | Mar 28, 2019 | Jun 18, 2019 | $320 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a hole on ceiling tile above bread flat grill. Also observed water marks on some ceiling tiles.
Jul 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate3 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed personal medicine next to coffee machine, employee removed during inspection.
Employee washed hands with cold water.
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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 training for Jaikeni Matos and Judith Carbajal have been working more than 60 days.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided during inspection.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a hole on ceiling tile above bread flat grill. Also observed water marks on some ceiling tiles.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board no longer cleanable next to bread flat grill.
Oct 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Aug 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed foam cup and plastic container inside hand was sink. Employee removed containers from inside hand wash sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 for Yaikeni Matos, Judith Carvajal and Janet Puentes.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved white cutting board on prep table by sandwich press.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar containers not labeled. Operator labeled sugar containers.
Oct 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham and cheese empanada (115F - Hot Holding). Operator took empanada to reheat.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine chemical test kit.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at employee bathroom.
Water draining onto hand sink. Observed hose draining in to hand sink from coffee machine at front counter
Sep 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate1 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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored inside hand wash sink. Employee removed items from inside hand wash sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test strips available.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for Karen Luna
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at Hand sink front counter. Water at 82F.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed at 3 compartment sink cold water faucet missing.
Dec 6, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for Maylin Hernandez working here for over 60 days no employee training.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed on 3 compartment sink faucet handle for cold water loose.
Oct 6, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2023
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for Maylin Hernandez working here for over 60 days no employee training.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed ice scoop with handle missing inside ice machine.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop on standing water, water at 80F by gelato refrigerator. Employee moved scoop to a dry clean container.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed on 3 compartment sink faucet handle for cold water loose.
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.