HILTON GARDEN INN HOMESTEAD
2601 NE 9 CT, Homestead FL 33033 · 786-650-2560
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 24 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 form during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator discarded solution.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed across cook line tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (47F - Cold Holding); potatoes (47F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (48F - Cold Holding); diced ham (46F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator started to move to another cooler for rapid cooling.
Jan 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken breast stored above cooked chicken wings on cart at walk in cooler across fryers. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked chicken wings dated on 01/01 on rack at walk in cooler, operator discarded during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken wings dated on 01/01 on rack at walk in cooler, operator discarded during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing utensils on hand wash sink by coffee station at kitchen area. Coached employee during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ground beef not date marked, as per operator over 24 hours in standing unit at kitchen area.
Aug 4, 2025Inspection 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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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed cooked ground beef (thawed) not date marked. Employee dated during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone on preparation table at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken case stored on walk in cooler floor, as per employee delivery was received this morning. Employee stored properly.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed next to cutting board at kitchen area.
Jan 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored above cooked bacon on shelves at walk in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked mushrooms,cooked chicken wings and cooked ground beef not date marked at walk in cooler, as per chef from previous day.
Sep 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not identified.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on sugar,salt and flour bags at dry storage area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal items on preparation table at kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in freezer at kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line.
Mar 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed marinara sauce container, in reach in cooler. Employee discarded.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed food cases stored on walk in freezer floor.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on containers inside reach in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line, also at coffee station.
Aug 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 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. Provided form during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked potatoes container not date marked.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Manager stored properly.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed paper cups case stored on floor in dry storage area. Manager stored properly.
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