LO MEJOR DEL CARIBE
1099 E 23 ST, Hialeah FL 33013 · 786.873.3399
Last inspected Feb 12, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
APR 24
AUG 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 8 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired 10/01/2023
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $240
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019035165 | May 28, 2019 | Jan 15, 2020 | $240 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 10, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Eddie Lopez lacking manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at men bathroom, employee provided during inspection.
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 Yelissia Gonzalez, Dianelys Anton working over 60days lacking food handlers certification.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towels dispenser at men bathroom not working properly, paper towel stuck on dispenser. Employee removed and provided paper towels inside dispenser.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean cooking utensils not inverted on top preparation table at cook line. Employee inverted during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food with no hair restraint. Person in charge provided hat to employee during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed can of vegetables being stored on the floor at dining area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior soiled with food debris.
Sep 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink inside men bathroom. Manager provided during inspection.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towels dispenser not working properly next to handwashing sink in kitchen area. Manager removed from wall and discarded during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed to go cup inside salt container being used to dispense salt. Manager removed and discarded during inspection.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean cooking utensils not inverted inside metal container at cookline. Employee inverted during inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal drink in top of flat grill. Employee removed and stored properly.
Food stored on floor. Observed bottles of water being stored on the floor behind front counter. Manager removed and stored properly.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior soiled with food debris.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Manager provided drain plug during inspection.
Open dumpster lid. Manager closed lid during inspection.
Feb 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm); Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm);
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled with food debris, manager removed and stored inside 3 compartment sink to be washed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area soiled with dark substance.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of avocados being stored on the floor in dry storage area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee open personal water bottle being stored inside reach in freezer. Manager discarded during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled with food debris across front oven.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with sugar at preparation table not labeled, employee labeled during inspection.
Aug 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed thank you bag being used to stored cheese at reach in cooler at behind front counter.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at men's handwashing sink. Manager provided paper towels during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceilings tile stained with water marks at kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed on the ground case of plastic bottle waters behind front counter. Employee removed and stored properly.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside mop bucket next to front counter reach in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed metal container with sugar labeled next to coffee station. Employee labeled product during inspection.
Apr 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at hot box front counter Observed ham croquettes (83F - Hot Holding); beef pastelitos (79F - Hot Holding) according to to employee placed 45 minutes ago.
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. Observed one of the employees Kenia. Certificate was expired in 2023
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine soiled interior behind front counter.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees handling food without hair restraint.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil on the floor next to 3 sink compartment. Aslo a bag of rice inside storage room across from refrigerator.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed black accumulation of food debris,/ grease type
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights shields missing on top of front counter preparation area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed missing handwashing sign in the men bathroom. Provided operator with handwashing sign via email.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go containers on the floor inside dry storage area next time refrigerator. Employee stored it properly.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with salt not labeled with common name across from grill.
Oct 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired 10/01/2023
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water dam inside women bathroom ceiling.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable Observed white cutting board at kitchen deep cut marks.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook no wearing hair restraints.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris inside microwave.
Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing end caps. Observed on light covers above preparation area at kitchen.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed on front counter area above preparation and ware washing areas.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket.
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.