FLAMINGO RESTAURANT
901 E 10 AVE BAY 24, Hialeah FL 33010 · 786-558-8759
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 11 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 6 flying insects flying all around kitchen. Also observed approximately 1 flying insect landing on a clean empty cup next to coffee machine at front counter.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021014508 | Feb 9, 2021 | Jul 30, 2021 | $800 |
| 1--2019039093 | Jul 24, 2019 | Jan 3, 2020 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 31, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed holes on ceiling tiles all around kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all around kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed several grooved cutting boards on top of preparation tables and inside three compartment sink at kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door at kitchen area.
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Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled all around kitchen area.
Jul 30, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate14 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 6 flying insects flying all around kitchen. Also observed approximately 1 flying insect landing on a clean empty cup next to coffee machine at front counter.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cheese tequeños (56F - Cold Holding) inside cold holding unit. As per person in charge for less than 4 hours. Employee removed and stored inside freezer at kitchen area at the time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Beef empanadas (127F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding unit at front counter. As per operator for less than 1 hour. Person in charge increased the temperature of hot holding unit during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine interior soiled with black mold like substance at kitchen area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop handle touch rice inside container next to milk reach in cooler at kitchen area. Employee stored with handle above rice at the time of inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed holes on ceiling tiles all around kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all around kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed several grooved cutting boards on top of preparation tables and inside three compartment sink at kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee's phone on top of preparation table in front of three compartment sink at kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door at kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed several cases of vinegar stored on the floor next to ice machine at kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets with accumulation of soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled all around kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop inside bucket at office room. Employee stored upside down next to mop sink at kitchen area.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 10ppm) at three compartment. Operator add more chlorine Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified next to coffee machine at front counter.
May 4, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled on preparation table at kitchen area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle inside cocoa powder container at front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed holes on the ceiling tiles all around kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled all around kitchen area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 groove cutting boards on top triple sink at kitchen area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed water nesting inside metal containers on shelf above 3 compartment sink at kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer by the fans.
Open dumpster lid.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusty.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed black mold like substance on the wall next to 3 compartment sink. Also observed walls soiled all around kitchen area.
Mar 3, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 31 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate21 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 dented pineapple cans and 2 dented tomato sauce cans in shelf next to ice machine 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 on top of raw beef inside shelf at walk in cooler. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation trying food on her hand with glove on and not changing gloves. Coached employee on proper procedure. Employee discarded gloves and wash hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Chicken Empanadas (133F - Hot Holding); Ham and Cheese empanadas (126F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding unit at from counter. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Operator put it inside oven to reheat them.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled on preparation table at kitchen area.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed three compartment sink water at 78F at kitchen area. Let water running for over 3 minutes.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed copy certificates for Rachel G., Maria A., Elena R., Dianneris G.,Yanira P., and Joalis L. Hired for over 2 month.
Test kit for measuring the concentration of the sanitizing solution not used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions or employee unaware of proper use Observed quaternary test kit expired 2020.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand wash sink water at 79F at kitchen area. Let the water running for more than 3 minutes.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold liked substance inside ice machine at kitchen area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle inside cocoa powder container at front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed holes on the ceiling tiles all around kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled all around kitchen area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 groove cutting boards on top triple sink at kitchen area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle stored on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Employee discarded during inspection.
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 shelf above preparation table at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed water nesting inside metal containers on shelf above 3 compartment sink at kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor at walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer by the fans.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at front counter.
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. Observed cut ham inside metal container no covered at reach in cooler at front counter. Employee covered during inspection.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusty.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed black mold like substance on the wall next to 3 compartment sink. Also observed walls soiled all around kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside mop bucket in front of 3 compartment sink at kitchen area. Operator stored inverted during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping cloth on top of preparation table not stored in sanitizer solution at kitchen area. Employee removed from preparation table.
Sep 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at washing area.
Sep 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw fish inside walk in cooler. Operator properly rearranged products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside walk in cooler red beans (49F - Cold Holding); black beans (49F - Cold Holding); shredded beef (47F - Cold Holding); chicharrón (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (45F - Cold Holding); raw pork (45F - Cold Holding). As per operator for less than 4 hrs.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed cheese táquenos and cheese and guava tequeno without time mark at front counter. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator properly marked.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside display warmer chicken empanada (120F - Hot Holding); beef empanada (119F - Hot Holding) as per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator placed products inside oven for reheating.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off at employee handwash sink next to triple sink. Operator shut on hot water.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at washing area.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed ham and cheese sandwiches, along with cheese pizza, displayed at the front counter without time markings. According to the operator, these items were placed one hour prior to the inspection. During the inspection, the operator promptly affixed labels with the correct time.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside the hand sink at the front counter.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at cooking line.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Discussed and coached operator in proper methods and provided email form.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves, at walk in cooler and standing reach in cooler, located at cooking line. During the inspection employee removed items.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance,throughout the kitchen areas.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, throughout the establishment.
Food stored on floor. Observed several cases of water, and sodas stored on the floor at front counter.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at front counter.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas.
Aug 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm). Operator prepared a new Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 50ppm)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at front counter, near the wine shelves.
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 provided signed form.
No soap provided at handwash sink, located at front counter near the wine shelves.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout the kitchen areas.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at front counter.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Open dumpster lid.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at front counter.
Apr 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ribs (110F - Hot Holding); fish (120F - Hot Holding); tamales (137F - Hot Holding); for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator reheated at 165°F.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed cooked pork (119/110F - Cooling); covered inside walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty utensils inside hand sink, located at the front station. Operator removed it.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employees washed pots without sanitation solutions,
Feb 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Feb 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked chicken, in walk in cooler operator properly stored it.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicharron pork (118°F - Hot Holding); tamales (114°F - Hot Holding); cooked fish (110°F - Hot Holding); cooked ribs (119°F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (114°F - Hot Holding); chicken breast (110°F - Hot Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator located on steam table. Operator reheated at 165°F.
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 hot running water at three-compartment sink. Running time 3 minutes 77°F.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in front of the ovens, soap was replaced during inspection.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Ceviche, fried eggs.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice pudding, milk dessert, tuna salad, pasta salad, chicken salad with no date marked, was prepared from more than 24 hours as per operator.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Running time 3 minutes 78°F.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees preparing meet wearing bracelets.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice, operator properly stored it.
Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container, operator properly labeled it.
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.