LOS VERDES FAST FOOD
7590 NW 186TH ST STE 101, Hialeah FL 33015 · 3055280943
Last inspected Dec 12, 2025 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 25 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Dec 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 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. Underneath of dishwasher machine.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 5 employees working at the same time with no manager certificate present.
No soap provided at handwash sink. On both hand sink, operator replaced the soap during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with vinager with no label.
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee lunch (soup container)on walk in cooler shelves. Instructed operator regarding the procedure.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At men's restroom.
Aug 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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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. Employees name Juan Velandiz with more than 2 months of being hired.
Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator provided food employees certified by Universidad De Los Verdes. (Juan Camilo) Provided the approved list to operator.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee's bottle water, soda can stored in double door reach in cooler. Operator removed it.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Walk in cooler floor.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with chicken on walk in cooler floor. Operator properly stored it.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitazer bucket on preparation table. Operator properly stored it.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 11, 2024Inspection 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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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Jul 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Walk in cooler fan covered soiled.
Jul 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine with chlorine sanitation solution of 0 ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot dogs (47F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (48F - Cold Holding); beef (45F - Cold Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator moved the food items to another cold holding equipment.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed employees food handlers certificate with no trainer's name, trainer's certificate number.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Walk in cooler fan covered soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt and pepper containers located in kitchen area.
Feb 22, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket underneath of preparation table near to cleaned food container, operator properly stored it.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wet wiping towel inside chlorine sanitation solution of 200 ppm. Operator add water.
Aug 23, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 22, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot dogs (54°F - Cold Holding); raw beef (52°F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (50°F - Cold Holding); Plant Foods (50°F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator placed the food items inside reach in freezer.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 57°F, food items stored inside walk in cooler, hot dogs (54°F - Cold Holding); raw beef (52°F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (50°F - Cold Holding); Plant Foods (50°F - Cold Holding).
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed hand wash sink with no faucet handle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed filter soiled.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wet wiping towel inside sanitation solutions of 0 ppm. Operator add chlorine recheck 100 ppm.
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.