HOOTERS OF HIALEAH
680 W 49 ST, Hialeah FL 33012 · 239-275-6339
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Observed at preparation area 5 flying insects and ware washing area 4 flying insects.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015002918 | Dec 22, 2014 | Feb 18, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table at cook line, operator removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed holes inside reach in cooler insulation at cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water on both reach in coolers at expo area.
Aug 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Coached employee on proper procedures.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw shrimp on cart at walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken wings (45F - Cold Holding); breaded chicken wings (51F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler at cook line. As per operator less than 2 hours. Operator add ice for rapid cooling.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary +400ppm) at expo area, operator proceeded to add more water.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled with food debris can opener blade, operator moved to dishwashing area.
Operator not able to provide monitoring, verification and corrective action records required to be maintained by the approved Process Waiver or HACCP plan.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on seasoning container at preparation area. Operator removed.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table at cook line, operator removed.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging food preparation wearing a watch.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed holes inside reach in cooler insulation at cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under plastic mat at walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled with mold like substance gaskets on ice machine. Also observed soiled can opener holder.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water on both reach in coolers at expo area.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) across preparation area. Operator discarded.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not identified with common name at preparation area.
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
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.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed cook line by Hans sink and ware washing area.
Food stored on floor. Observed water bottle cases stored inside walk in cooler floor. Operator stored water bottles six inches above the floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar.employee stored scoop properly.
Dec 22, 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
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils stored in unclean water at 188F at the cook line. Operator discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese sauce (119F - Hot Holding) at the stream table. As per operator, product has been there for about an hour. Operator began to reheat item to correct parameters.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzle dispenser located at the inside bar area soiled.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle containing cleaning solution with no label. Operator labeled.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back exit door of establishment with gap.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed bin of flour located near the cook line with cracked lid.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water and soda on floor inside alcohol walk in cooler. Operator removed from floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. Observed reach in grill drawers at the cook line soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed sliced limes, lemons, and other garnishes at the inside bar area not covered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed clear squeeze bottles containing butter, oil, and sauces with no label located across the cook line. Operator labeled immediately.
Apr 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips available.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on door to the outside.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked lid on flour container.
Apr 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee changed gloves with out hand washing first. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing and gloves use.
Live, small flying insects found Observed at preparation area 5 flying insects and ware washing area 4 flying insects.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips available.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted at front preparation area. Employee inverted plates.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open bottle of water next to to dish machine, clean containers net to it. Manager discarded bottle water.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on door to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside walk in cooler, and ware washing areas.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked lid on flour container.
Food stored on floor. Observed water bottle cases stored on the floor, inside walk in cooler. Manager stored water cases six inches above the floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour no labeled with name.
Dec 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelets while preparing food.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back exit door.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in dishwasher area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease.
May 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing sanitizer no labeled at bar area. Manager labeled spray bottle.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates at wing station not inverted.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed lice displayed 10/01/2023
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone above preparation table at kitchen. Manager removed cell phone.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside walk in cooler.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at bar area.
Jan 5, 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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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed brush in hand wash sink in bar. Bartender removed brush.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with window cleaner chemical not labeled over 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust on ceiling vents over prep station.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leak at pipe under hand wash sink near reach in cooler.
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.