FRITANGA LA CHONTALENA
1366 E 4 AVE, Hialeah FL 33010 · 480 686 4836
Last inspected May 28, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024
AUG 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
MAY 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018061058 | Dec 29, 2018 | Dec 20, 2018 | $400 |
| 1--2014052476 | Nov 19, 2014 | Mar 5, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
May 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
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. Kitchen can opener with heavy food debris.
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.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
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Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed old food debris underneath kitchen stove top.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed missing ambient thermometer inside most kitchen coolers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on top of kitchen shelves.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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, beans etc.
Feb 13, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Mozzarella Shredded Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Minced Garlic in oil Sauce (71F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at pizza station. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Operator stored inside walk in cooler for rapid cooling. Also observed chicken breast (46F - Cold Holding); Mixed vegetables (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line area. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Operator stored inside walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled on preparation table at kitchen area.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at hand wash sink at kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the floor inside walk in freezer.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Feb 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation touching ready to eat toast with bare hands. Employee wash hands and reheated to 165 degrees Fahrenheit at the time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Mozzarella Shredded Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Minced Garlic in oil Sauce (71F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at pizza station. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Operator stored inside walk in cooler for rapid cooling. Also observed chicken breast (46F - Cold Holding); Mixed vegetables (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line area. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Operator stored inside walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink area.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 400+ppm) on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Employees add more water to solution Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled on preparation table at kitchen area.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusty preparation table inside kitchen area.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at hand wash sink at kitchen area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed 2 waste receptacle with no cover at women's bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on top of table next to clean plates at cook line area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor at walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil case stored on the floor next to walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the floor inside walk in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching sugar inside plastic container at front counter. Employee removed and stored properly during inspection.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Stored food not covered. Observed smoked pork chop stored uncovered on shelf at walk in cooler. Manager covered during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed mozzarella shredded cheese and Gouda shredded cheese bags thawing at room temperature on top of preparation table in front of walk in cooler. Manager stored bags of cheeses inside walk in cooler for proper thawing.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution on top of preparation table table at kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified on preparation table at front counter. Also observed floor container not identified on top of reach in cooler at cook line area.
Sep 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 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 stored over raw pork inside walk in freezer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled on prep table across steam table.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food employees Darielys and Carolyn no proof of employee training.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed white rice, malanga cream, black beans inside walk in cooler without time mark. As per operator for more than 24 hrs. Operator started to put date marked.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator started to set up triple sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed potatoes stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw eggs over case of sparkling water stored in walk in cooler. During the inspection operator removed items and placed it correctly.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By the exit door.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed flip top reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Aug 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. Employee cleaned it.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at preparation area. Operator placed a new paper roll.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled, located at kitchen areas.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. During the routine inspection employee placed items correctly.
Jul 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at preparation area. Operator placed a new paper towel roll.
Jan 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Advised operator to use 3 compartment sink until unit is fixed. Operator called technician during the inspection.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork chucks touching a thank you bag in the walk in freezer. Operator removed.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken and raw pork stored in the same container in the reach in cooler. Operator separated. Provided handout to operator of how to properly store food items in the units.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in the walk in freezer. Operator stored properly.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs in ambient temperature of 56F. Placed out 30 minutes before inspection, operator placed inside walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed marinara sauce (46F - Cold Holding) at the pizza station reach in cooler, stored for less than 1 hour. Operator placed items inside the walk in cooler.
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. Emailed form to operator. Printed during the inspection and posted in the kitchen.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. Operator cleaned.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge and brush inside the handwashing sink at the front counter. Operator removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the pizza station. Operator placed new roll.
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. Emailed form to operator.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at handwashing sink at the front counter 75F.
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 employee rinsing metal containers in the sanitizer solution. Educated employee the correct process to wash rinse and sanitize.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container with no name label. Operator placed name.
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