LATIN CHURRO
3300 W 84 STREET BAY 1, Hialeah FL 33018 · 954-470-0309
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. 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. Emailed poster to operator.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed pizza sauce dented cans stored in dry storage area.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over tomatoes inside sliding door reach in cooler
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells, in reach in cooler. See stop sale.
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 poster to operator.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal jar inside hand sink located at the front line. Operator removed it.
No soap provided at handwash sink. On hand sink located at kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed dulce de leche inside reach in cooler as a service does not include product identity. Operator removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Sep 10, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed in the reach in cooler at storage area raw chicken over ketchup.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a reach in cooler located at storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled, cooler located at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, unit located at storage area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled next to 3 compartment sink. Employee labeled during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with grease under oven.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with rice being stored on the floor next to reach in freezer. Manager removed and stored properly.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go containers not inverted on top preparation table. Employee inverted during inspection.
Feb 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over vegetables in the reach in cooler located at storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep cooler located at cook line, ham (48F - Cold Holding); Hamburger (47F - Cold Holding), as per employee for less than 4 hours. Instructed employee to add ice to food to rapidly cool.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed oven cleaner spray bottle inside a clean pot located by the three compartment sink a5 cook line. Operator removed chemical and pot to be cleaned.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine text strips provided.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels, at hws located in the kitchen.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed gallons of cooking oil stored on the floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed i interior of oven at cook line soiled.
Jan 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hans wash sink located at prep area with a large container with Single use plastic utensils.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser in a spray bottle not labeled.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off at hand wash sink located at kitchen. Operator reopened hot water, water reached over 85F.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed prep cooler at kitchen with the gasket torn.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of the microwave soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed storage shelves above the prep table at kitchen soiled. Observed exterior of prep cooler soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in cooler soiled, small under-counter cooler located underneath the prep table at kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell egg than continued to prepare and served food and fail to wash hands.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee going from attending the costumes to prep food without washing hands prior. Explained employee the importance of proper hand washing procedures.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the upright cooler located in front of the hand sink observed raw eggs stored over butter. In the reach in cooler at storage area observed raw chicken stored over ham.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In a small black reach in cooler located under the prep table at the cook line observed cooked pasta (53F - Cold Holding), as per employee placed in this unit less than 3 hours, manager removed food to rapidly cool it in another working cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a container stored in the hand sink located in the kitchen. Contain it was removed on site.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler door gasket torn, cooler at cook line across from the fryers.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior soiled, oven at cook line, observed microwave interior soiled, microwave stored over the preparation table at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old food debris, dust and dirt buildup under the preparation table at cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a container with ham thawing at room temperature in the hand sink at kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil bottle, parmesan cheese in a container identified by common name.
Apr 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked chicken and congris at reach in cooler located by pizza preparation area. Manager relocated products.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cardboard box stored in handsink by pizza preparation area.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken and congris at cooler located by pizza preparation area not date marked, as per manager for more than 24 hours.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed Cutting board at preparation table across cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed Gasket in reach in cooler across from cook line in disrepair
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed buckets of rice not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor in front of reach in freezers.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled at kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Shelves at kitchen soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed Wall soiled behind 3 compartment sink.
Feb 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled located by reach in cooler in front of the cook line.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed Oven microwave soiled.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal belongings stored above freezer located in the storage area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in all reach in coolers in the kitchen in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Hood filters soiled. Observed hand sink by the 3 compartment sink soiled.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed the dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled through the kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed by the preparation area.
Dec 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 27 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority8 Intermediate13 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed chicken, beef, chorizo and pork inside thank you bags located in reach in coolers at the kitchen and storage area. Operator was informed that thank you bags cannot be in contact with food.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed onions in reach in cooler by storage area. Operator was informed on proper storage method.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over ham, and observed raw chicken stored over condensed milk all located in reach in cooler by 3 compartment sink. Operator removed beef from over ham, and placed raw chicken to the bottom of the reach in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in reach in cooler by storage area. Operator separated the items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham (46F - Cold Holding); frita (45F - Cold Holding),cooked chicken (53F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler located at the kitchen area. As per operator the products were used constantly in and out of reach in cooler.
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 with concentration of +400ppm stored next to the sugar container at the front counter.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator wash her hands in 3 compartment sink. Informed operator to only wash hands in hand sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled located by reach in cooler in front of the cook line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed Handwash sink at storage area block by reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink located near the 3 compartment sink with plastic container in it. Employee removed the plastic container.
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 form by email to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in hand sink next to 3 compartment sink.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed thermometer in disrepair, showing 14F and the ambient temperature was 79F.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. At the time of the inspection observed employee working unable to find employee training certificate.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used to dispense cheese in reach in cooler.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed Oven microwave soiled.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal belongings stored above freezer located in the storage area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in all reach in coolers in the kitchen in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of rice stored on the floor located at the storage area. Operator removed containers from floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 1 knife stored between preparation table and reach in cooler located by the cook line. Employee removed the knife.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Hood filters soiled. Observed hand sink by the 3 compartment sink soiled.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed the dumpster lid.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen ham and beef stored inside 3 compartment sink thawing without running water. Informed operator on proper of thawing, and operator removed the product to reach in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled through the kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed by the preparation area.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed no sealed wood used as preparation table on the kitchen area pizza station.
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.