LA ESPIRITUANA CAFETERIA CORP
1598 W 37 ST, Hialeah FL 33012 · 305-362-3595
Last inspected Apr 22, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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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. Observed no clean up written instructions for vomiting and diarrhea events available.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
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 beef liver inside walk in freezer. Operator stored raw chicken on bottom shelf under raw beef liver.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On both bathrooms, no paper available. Employee placed paper towels on bathrooms.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed helium thanks, no secured at storage area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator stored ice scoop with handle upwards.
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Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed at women bathroom.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket inside hand wash sink. Employee removed bucket from inside hand sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed inside men bathroom. Operator placed soap on hand sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board grooved at kitchen.
Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed on women bathroom.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Dec 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 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 in walk in freezer.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal water bottle stored on preparation table in the kitchen area. Operator discarded the water bottle.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table in kitchen area.
Dec 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink- Front Counter(Chlorine 0ppm) at front counter across from ice machine. Operator added chlorine to the solution. Final solution Triple Sink- Front Counter(Chlorine 100ppm)
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 in walk in freezer.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed ins reach in cooler at kitchen, prepared yesterday noon time. cooked pork (50F - Cold Holding);cooked ground beef (52F - Cold Holding); rice 59F - Cold Holding); raw pork (58F - Cold Holding) Employee discarded food items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside reach in cooler at kitchen, according to cook placed last night around 9 pm. cooked pork (50F - Cold Holding); fries (51F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (52F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (52F - Cold Holding); rice 59F - Cold Holding); raw pork (58F - Cold Holding) Food items discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice (111F - Hot Holding) at steam table in kitchen area. As per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator moved rice to stove for reheating.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS in kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser not labeled above three compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal water bottle stored on preparation table in the kitchen area. Operator discarded the water bottle.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on door handle of the oven in kitchen area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under white cutting board on preparation table in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table in kitchen area.
Jul 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no backflow attached to hose under handwashing sink next to fryer station.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in the ceiling in dry storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen hood filterssoiled with grease.
Jul 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish on top of cooked pork inside reach in cooler across from oven. Chef stored product properly.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee change task, also touched eye glasses, no glove change, or hand washing before engaging in food preparation observed. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing and glove use.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed inside reach in cooler at kitchen, ground beef (50F- Cold Holding) according to the chef placed in unit the night before around 9 pm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside reach in cooler at kitchen, chef stated all foods are from 2 hours ago, unit constantly open and closed during lunch rush, raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding); raw fish (55F - Cooling); raw steak (45F- Cold Holding); sliced ham (44F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (51F - Cold Holding); Chef removed product and stored in inside walk in freezer for rapid chill. Also ground beef (50F- Cold Holding) from the day before, advise chef to discard cooked ground beef.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no backflow attached to hose under handwashing sink next to fryer station.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in the ceiling in dry storage area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without a hair restraint.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen hood filterssoiled with grease.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed cooking utensils inside metal containers not inverted next to preparation table, employee washed and inverted during inspection.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed at kitchen used to remove hot pots and pans, soiled towels in use.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth kitchen prep table not being stored inside sanitized bucket.
Mar 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked rice stored in thank you bag. Employee replaced bag with a food grade bag during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container inside hand wash sink at kitchen. Employee moved container out of hand sink.
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. Provided health employees reporting agreement to manager, he printed and reviewed with employees at time of inspection.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on the wall across walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at women bathroom.
Aug 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bo containing glass cleaner no labeled, inside women bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed shelf under prep table at kitchen rusted. And gaskets torn in beverage co at front counter
Hole in or other damage to ceiling. Observed hole in ceiling at mop sink closet.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between shelf and wall above hand wash sink.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at kitchen towel under cutting board.
Aug 4, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate7 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. Observed no clean up written instructions for vomiting and diarrhea events available.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no measuring device available for high temperature dish machine.
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 no proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibilities related health and to foodborne illnesses.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed inside reach in cooler at kitchen containers with cooked chicken and cooked pork according to cook prepared the day before not date labeled.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed toilet seat missing in the ladies room.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damaged In dining area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents soiled with mold in dining area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler frame in disrepair.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside walk in cooler and hallway.
Hole in or other damage to ceiling. Observed hole in ceiling inside utility sink closet.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed one wet cloth not stored in solution under cutting machine.
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.