MAYAJIGUA RESTAURANT CORP
3828 W 16 AVE, Hialeah FL 33012 · 786-762-2453
Last inspected Jun 25, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
AUG 24
JAN 25
OCT 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B 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 proof of written procedures for vomit/diarrhea events.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jun 25, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container with raw pork stored over Sliced cheese and sliced Ham, inside walk in cooler. Operator stored ham and cheese on shelf above raw pork.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for Ana Borrego and Ana M Garcia dated 01/06/2023
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed water bottle on employee bathroom next to kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed microwave at storage area ceiling tile broken, hole on ceiling.
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Food stored on floor. Observed water bottle case stored on the floor inside walk in cooler.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed on hand sink at employee bathroom next next to kitchen, no sign.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. Observed storage no sufficient light provided.
Apr 17, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several ceiling tiles with water damage and holes at kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer next to three compartment sink at kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in freezer and reach in cooler next to three compartment sink at kitchen area.
Apr 16, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 20 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority0 Intermediate15 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 dented can of tomato paste under preparation table in front of employees bathroom at kitchen area. Operator discarded during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce on shelf at walk in cooler.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach behind towel paper wooden installation above hand wash sink at kitchen area. Operator killed and discarded during inspection. Also observed 4 live roaches crawling on the floor at kitchen entrance. Also observed 1 live roach crawling on the floor under dry storage shelves at kitchen area. Also observed 2 live roaches crawling on the floor next to reach in cooler at front counter.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Guava and cheese pastry (126F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding unit at front counter. As per operator for less than 4 hours.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed on hose bibb under dishwasher machine and under preparation table next to walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several ceiling tiles with water damage and holes at kitchen area.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed 2 metal utensils stored between three compartment sink and wall at kitchen area. Operator removed during inspection.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer next to three compartment sink at kitchen area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed clean tong and ladles stored in oven handle at kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled above steam table at kitchen area.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in freezer and reach in cooler next to three compartment sink at kitchen area.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed clean utensils not inverted inside metal container at preparation table on cook line area.
Stored food not covered. Observed raw pork containers no covered on shelf inside walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled at kitchen area.
Water leaking from walk in cooler air conditioner and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from air conditioner unit at walk in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified under preparation table at cook line area at kitchen.
Oct 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over pumpkins inside walk in cooler. Operator placed raw shell eggs in a different shelf away away from unwashed produce.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Operator handled soiled equipment, no gloves changed or hands washing before handling food. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing and glove use.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at kitchen above grill under prep table by dish machine.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at kitchen above grill floor.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in employee bathroom.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Operator cleaned microwave interior.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed utensils at kitchen preparation table stored with the food contact surface up. Operator stored utensils with handles upwards.
Jan 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken fillet on a plate stored over bowl containing sliced ham inside walk in cooler. Cook stored raw chicken away from sliced ham.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both bathrooms no self closing doors.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at storage area above reach in freezer.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed trash can no lid, no other receptacle available.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed water bo cases at kitchen, no six inch above the floor, also box with potatoes and carrots inside walk in cooler Floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee stored ice scoop properly.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior on microwave at kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler at kitchen soiled
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bucket containing sugar at kitchen no labeled. Cook labeled sugar container..
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed a box with raw chicken stored over a box with unwashed sweet potatoes Employee stored raw chicken under unwashed sweet potatoes inside walk in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed by Dish machine hose connected no vacuum breaker.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases with water not stored six inches above the floor at kitchen, and on the floor inside walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw pork ribs 29F thawing in standing water at 3 compartment sink. Cook turn on cold water faucet for proper thawing.
Mar 19, 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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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at kitchen by dishwasher hose no vacuum breaker.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled, also white cutting board at prep table on kitchen soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damage ceiling tile on storage area above shelves.
Food stored on floor. Observed inside walk in cooler water bottles, and boxes with onions and pumpkin stored on the floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in cooler by door to the front on kitchen, soiled.
Aug 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate10 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 portioned raw chicken stored over raw beef at reach in freezer Operator rearranged the Food products.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at hose Bibb under dish machine
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer solution for cleaning cloths at chlorine 200ppm at bar area. Manager set up new sanitizer solution chlorine at 100 ppm
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 proof of written procedures for vomit/diarrhea events.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled at prep station.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezers door handles soiled at storage area.
Cardboard used to cover food in a container. Observed a cardboard sign used to cover raw frozen beef in reach in freezer at kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed groove cutting board at prep station.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled inside walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed 1 case of plastic water bottles stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall above reach in cooler next to kitchen door entrance.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside white vertical freezer at storage area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 3 knives stored between tray and table across cook line. Operator removed the knifes.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth under cutting board on prep table across cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with dust and grease over cook line also gaskets in reach in cooler at kitchen soiled
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.