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HIALEAH REYS PIZZA 2

1166 W 68 ST, Hialeah FL 33012 · 305-362-2500

Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats150
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2334288
Grade history
SEP 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2016025000May 9, 2016Jun 15, 2016$200

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Jul 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per operator less than 2 hours. Operator add ice.
High priority/03A-02-5
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 garlic oil not time marked at cook line, as per operator less than 1 hour.
High priority/03F-02-5
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled with food debris can opener blade.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Show the remaining 8 findings ▾
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Repeat Violation
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed grease and dust accumulated on ceiling tiles and vents at kitchen area.
Basic/36-34-5
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observe reach in cooler temperature at 55°.
Basic/14-74-7
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food not identified on standing unit.
Basic/08B-49-4
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging food preparation wearing bracelets.
Basic/13-07-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door by dishwashing area.
Basic/35B-01-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
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Feb 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can of mushrooms.
High priority/01B-01-4
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added no vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-42-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utility cart blocking hand sink. Operator removed cart from in front hand sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Repeat Violation
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottle with degreaser no labaled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle buried inside cheese. Operator stored scoop with handle upwards.
Basic/10-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Repeat Violation
Sep 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed inside walk container with ice cream on shelf above preparation table preparation table. Manager removed medication container.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on top of prep table at pizza preparation area shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding)placed out 30 minutes ago, operator placed shredded cheese container inside walk in cooler to chill, second temperature 30 minus after, shredded cheese (42F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mixer soiled, pizza dough press soiled, can opener soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on shelves above preparation table. Employee removed cell phone.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on back door to outside
Basic/35B-01-4
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed inside shredded cheese scoop handle touching cheese. Operator stored scoop with handle upwards
Basic/10-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet broken at hand sink by coffee station.
Basic/29-08-4
Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed as next to hand wash sink at kitchen by service window.
Basic/25-22-4/Repeat Violation
Jan 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed trash bags used in direct contact to hold pizza dough at walk in cooler.
High priority/14-31-5/Return visit Jan 24, 2025 · Observed clear food bags used in direct contact to hold pizza dough at walk in cooler. Time Extended
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Return visit Jan 24, 2025 · No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Time Extended
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl container stored inside pasta container at kitchen area.
Basic/14-01-5/Return visit Jan 24, 2025 · Observed a bowl container stored inside pasta container at kitchen area. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at preparation area and kitchen area and drink station area.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jan 24, 2025 · Observed ceiling tiles soiled at preparation area and kitchen area and drink station area. Time Extended
Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed single service exposed next to hand wash sink at pasta kitchen area.
Basic/25-22-4/Return visit Jan 24, 2025 · Observed single service exposed next to hand wash sink at pasta kitchen area. Time Extended
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Return visit Jan 24, 2025 · Time Extended
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored at preparation area at cook line.
Basic/21-12-4/Return visit Jan 24, 2025 · Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Time Extended
Jan 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 29 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority11 Intermediate14 Basic
Show 29 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed first aid kit stored at preparation area near walk in cooler.
High priority/41-07-4
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed trash bags used in direct contact to hold pizza dough at walk in cooler.
High priority/14-31-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (45F - Cold holding) at prep table. Observed spaghetti (48F - Cold Holding) at kitchen area. Person in charge put ice to cool down product.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink outside.
High priority/29-34-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dough pizza dough portion machine soiled at storage area. Observed can opener soiled at preparation area.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
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 employees Maria, Adelaida, Janet, Ihanet and Nancy.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
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. Observed for employees Maria, Adelaida, Janet, Ihanet and Nancy.
Intermediate/11-26-1
No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink pizza kitchen area.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Repeat Violation
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed a container with Oil and garlic time 11:30 no written plan time as a public health control.
Intermediate/03F-10-5
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment.
Intermediate/53A-14-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed jello on display not date marked. As per person in charge prepared since Tuesday night. Observed a can containing strawberry jelly open at walk in cooler not date marked. As per person in charge open more than 24 hours since day before 11:00 am, violation was observed 1:45 pm next day.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl container stored inside pasta container at kitchen area.
Basic/14-01-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at preparation area and kitchen area and drink station area.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee plastic bottle water and a cup with juice stored on preparation area at pizza station and drink station.
Basic/12B-07-4
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee foods stored at walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-49-4
Food stored on floor. Observed a cooked spaghetti container and a plastic grease pork container also a container with bread stored on floor at walk in cooler. Employee relocated 6 inches off floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
Basic/10-12-5
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed pizza spatula between hand sink and wall at pizza area.
Basic/10-17-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at drink station. Observed at ware washing area.
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed vents soiled at walk in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service spoons at coffee station.
Basic/25-06-4
Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed single service exposed next to hand wash sink at pasta kitchen area.
Basic/25-22-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored at preparation area at cook line.
Basic/21-12-4
Sep 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed above beverage coolers by front area and dining area
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates and bowls by service window not inverted.
Basic/24-05-4/Repeat Violation
Employee lockers located in a food preparation, food storage or warewashing area. Observed lockers located in a food storage and single serve storage area.
Basic/40-03-4
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket containing lard stored on the floor inside walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed next to 3 compartment sink and by coffee station hand wash sinks no signs.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Apr 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Repeat Violation
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed at preparation area cardboard used as shelf liner.
Basic/14-45-4/Repeat Violation
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted at kitchen.
Basic/24-05-4/Repeat Violation
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purses and a phone stored in shelves next to can food items. Manager removed employees personal items from food storage area.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside walk in cooler.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. O at coffee station area no sign at hand wash sink.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box with single serve containers stored on the floor at storage area. Manage stored SS box on shelf six in above the floor.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at kitchen single serve containers not inverted. Employee inverted SS containers.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nov 2, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed slices of cheese cake on display case no date labeled.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Observed slices of cheese cake on display case no date labeled. Time Extended
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line shelves at preparation area.
Basic/14-45-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Observed cardboard used to line shelves at preparation area. Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. Observed by back exit door.
Basic/36-36-4/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Observed by back exit door. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage over beverage reach in cooler.
Basic/36-32-5/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Observed ceiling tiles with water damage over beverage reach in cooler. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents dusty at dining area.
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Observed ceiling tiles and vents dusty at dining area. Time Extended
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed 3 employee bags stored next to mushroom cans at storage area.
Basic/40-06-5/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Observed employee bag and cell phone stored next to mushroom cans at storage area. Time Extended
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 2 employee with wrist band engaged in food preparation.
Basic/13-07-4/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Observed 1 employee with wrist band engaged in food preparation. Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Observed a bucket of cooked pasta and a bucket of lard stored on floor at walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Observed buckets with lard on the floor walk in cooler. Time Extended
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed two dumpsters with missing drain plug.
Basic/33-11-4/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Observed two dumpsters with missing drain plug. Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand wash sink next to soda machine.
Basic/31B-04-4/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Observed no sign at hand wash sink next to soda machine. Time Extended
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Open dumpster lid. Time Extended
Sep 1, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority6 Intermediate14 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one can of spaghetti sauce dented on preparation table.
High priority/01B-01-4
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer bucket for Wiping cloth chlorine 200ppm. Employee set up new sanitizer solution Chlorine 100ppm
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Manager Unable to answer health policy questions.
Intermediate/11-03-5
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed slices of cheese cake on display case no date labeled.
Intermediate/02C-03-5
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda machine nozzles soiled with mold-like substance at front line.
Intermediate/22-02-4
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Repeat Violation
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Employee training missing date of birth.
Intermediate/53B-10-4
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line shelves at preparation area.
Basic/14-45-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling tile missing. Observed by back exit door.
Basic/36-36-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage over beverage reach in cooler.
Basic/36-32-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents dusty at dining area.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed 3 employee bags stored next to mushroom cans at storage area.
Basic/40-06-5
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 2 employee with wrist band engaged in food preparation.
Basic/13-07-4
Food stored on floor. Observed a bucket of cooked pasta and a bucket of lard stored on floor at walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed pizza pail stored between hand wash sink and wall at kitchen area.
Basic/10-04-5
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed two dumpsters with missing drain plug.
Basic/33-11-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand wash sink next to soda machine.
Basic/31B-04-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Stored food not covered. Observed container with crumbled beef and tomato sauce inside walk in cooler no covered.
Basic/08B-12-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed two wet towels on pizza prep table not stored in sanitizer solution.
Basic/21-12-4

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.