JERRY & JOES PIZZERIA
1772 W 68 ST, Hialeah FL 33014 · (305)821-5555
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
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Food stored on floor. Observed bag of flour on kitchen floor.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Aug 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection next to 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at the kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of flour stored on the floor. Employee removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jun 2, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection next to 3 compartment sink.
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 Natalia Gonzale ( over a year) Enrique Cruz ( owner).
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food handler training for Miguel Del Pozo expired 10/7/25, Isaura Sanchez8/19/25, Fernando Ramirez 8/19/25.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at the kitchen area.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed owner wearing a watch while engaged in food preparation. Owner removed his wacky.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of flour stored on the floor. Employee removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Sep 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Marinara sauce (57F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler for more than 4 hours as per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Marinara sauce (57F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler for more than 4 hours as per operator.
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 operator the form.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler Gasket.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on kitchen floor.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of all reach in cooler soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed prep-cooler gasket torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer located at dry storage area.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed on plastic storage holder located above the prep cooler at cook line.
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.
Mar 10, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee eating bread by the preparation table at kitchen then continued to prepare food without washing her hands prior. Coached employee on proper hand washing techniques.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed in the double glass door cooler at prep area pizza dough stored in direct-contact with thank you bags. Explained to operator that for direct food contact he needs to get food graded bags.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In the reach in freezer observed Minestrone soup cooked about a week ago not date marked.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on the floor behind a file cabinet at the office space located in the kitchen. Operator removed cabinet and cleaned the floor removing the two roaches on site.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating bread at preparation area.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed in the double door glass cooler several employees water bottles not ID or properly identified. Reminder manager that employees personal food and beverages have to be identified from the food serviced to the public.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed prep-cooler gasket torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer located at dry storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of all coolers soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of glass upright reach-in cooler soiled, unit located by the hand wash sink at cook line.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed on plastic storage holder located above the prep cooler at cook line.
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.
Aug 27, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed marinara sauce (49/48F - Cooling), in reach in cooler, was prepared from the day before as per operator.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed marinara sauce (49/48F - Cooling), in reach in cooler, was prepared from the day before as per operator.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced paper towel during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole on ceiling kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on preparation table, operator removed it.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jul 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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