LA GUAJIRA PIZZERIA CUBANA
1905 W 60 ST, Hialeah FL 33012 · 305-903-3972
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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JAN 26
JUL 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 3 live roaches by pizza assembly area at kitchen, and 1 live roach crawling on oven. Observed approximately 4 live roaches by dishwashing area. Observed 3 live roaches by back door.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 22, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded mozzarella (51F - Cold Holding); cut ham (51F - Cold Holding).
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for Leslie R. has been working more than 60 days.
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. Observed reach in cooler 53F. at pizza assembly station.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer on reach in cooler at pizza assembly area.
Jul 20, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 3 live roaches by pizza assembly area at kitchen, and 1 live roach crawling on oven. Observed approximately 4 live roaches by dishwashing area. Observed 3 live roaches by back door.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded mozzarella (51F - Cold Holding); cut ham (51F - Cold Holding).
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for Leslie R. has been working more than 60 days.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulated on fan located at pizza assembly area.
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. Observed reach in cooler 53F. at pizza assembly station.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 4 dead roaches inside mop sink at kitchen area. Observed approximately 3 dead roaches by reach in freezer at kitchen area.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed pizza cutter handle stored on shredded cheese container at pizza assembly area. Operator removed during inspection.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer on reach in cooler at pizza assembly area.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. The back door was fully open at the time of the inspection
Jul 20, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut ham (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding) at pizza assembly station, as per operator less than 4 hours. Observed cooked shrimp (48F - Cold Holding) in standing unit, as per operator food container was outside during preparation for approximately 35 minutes.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for Leslie R. has been working more than 60 days.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulated on fan cover above food preparation area.
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. Observed reach in cooler 53F. at pizza assembly station.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches by 3 compartment sink.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed in reach in cooler at pizza assembly station.
Jul 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented cheddar cheese sauce can. Operator segregated.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed o proof of vendor for meringues and cookies. Operator segregated during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut ham (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding) at pizza assembly station, as per operator less than 4 hours. Observed cooked shrimp (48F - Cold Holding) in standing unit, as per operator food container was outside during preparation for approximately 35 minutes.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for Leslie R. has been working more than 60 days.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta salad prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not date marked at front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulated on fan cover above food preparation area.
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. Observed reach in cooler 53°F. at pizza assembly station.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches by 3 compartment sink.
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. Operator removed during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container and water bottles stored on floor at kitchen area, operator stored properly.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop in standing water at 88° F. At front counter.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed in reach in cooler at pizza assembly station.
Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed small metal containers no handle used for pizza toppings inside reach in cooler pizza prep table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee sweater, bag, poncho and a maraca, inside onions, container,at storage area. Employee removed removed items from inside hand food container and stored properly.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at kitchen hand sink.
Aug 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags used to store raw beef, inside reach in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed inside reach in freezer raw beef stored over ice cream buckets.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal cups no handles used to dispense chorizo and ham at pizza prep table.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing pizza, no hair restraints used.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoops stored on ambient water top of ice dream freezer at front counter area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed next to 3 compartment sink, hand wash sink no sign available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters, exterior of oven and gaskets in reach in cooler pizza prep table, soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on top of counter by ice cream freezer front counter.
Feb 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee draining liquid from a small tuna can into hand wash sink at kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup no handle used to dispense cheese at pizza preparation table.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking water from bottle at kitchen, placed bottle on top of preparation table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on top of preparation table at kitchen. Employee removed phone from top of preparation table.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook wearing writ chains while preparing pizzas.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no hair restraints used while cooking.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatula and ice cream scoops stored in standing water 85F by ice cream freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Nov 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at pre area at kitchen garlic butter (78F - Cold Holding) according to manager out for about 2 hours. Manager placed garlic butter ins reach in coo for rapid chill.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed, macaroni salad, rice pudding and flans prepared 2 days ago no date labeled inside small refrigerator by front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal ramekin containers used to dispense ham and chorizo inside reach in cooler prep pizza table.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatula and ice cream scoops stored in standing water 85F by ice cream freezer.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Mar 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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. O no chlorine test strips available.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve containers at kitchen not inverted. Employee inverted single serve containers.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of preparation table at kitchen.
Oct 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cut onions stored inside thank you bags Inside reach in cooler.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license dated 10/01/2023
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table at kitchen garlic butter (75F - Cold Holding); cooked spaghetti (78F - Cold Holding) According to manager out for about 1 hour. Employee put food containers inside reach in cooler for rapid chill.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed front counter pasta salads and milk desserts. kitchen area, cut ham and ham croquettes, no date labeled According to manager from the day before.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food no hair restraint
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