MINDY SUPERMARKET
2602 PALM AVE, Hialeah FL 33010 · 305-603-8981
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
JAN 24
JUN 24
OCT 24
MAY 26
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4 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 7 flies in the kitchen laying on the wall.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024021065 | Jan 6, 2024 | May 13, 2024 | $200 |
| 1--2015032166 | Jul 22, 2015 | Jan 14, 2016 | $600 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 17 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed outside next to back door.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area and men's and women's bathroom.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area and men's and women's bathroom.
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed stove and flat top with accumulation of rust at kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole on the ceiling above chest freezer at kitchen area. Also observed ceiling tiles with water damage all around property.
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 several reach in coolers throughout the establishment not working properly.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair next to stove at kitchen entrance.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled on top of preparation table at kitchen.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at the door entrance.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at kitchen area.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at men's and women's bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at kitchen area.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed at men's and women's bathroom.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled at kitchen area.
May 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate14 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed outside next to back door.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed certified manager certificate expired on 08/19/2025 for Cristina Lopez.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of certified manager for Cristina Lopez. As per operator working for over 20 years.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area and men's and women's bathroom.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area and men's and women's bathroom.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed stove and flat top with accumulation of rust at kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole on the ceiling above chest freezer at kitchen area. Also observed ceiling tiles with water damage all around property.
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 several reach in coolers throughout the establishment not working properly.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor outside next to back door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole on the floor under hand wash sink at kitchen area. Also observed hole on the floor outside of men's and women's bathroom.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair next to stove at kitchen entrance.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled on top of preparation table at kitchen.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at the door entrance.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at kitchen area.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at men's and women's bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at kitchen area.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed at men's and women's bathroom.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled at kitchen area.
Oct 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at cooking line.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several ceiling tiles with water damaged, throughout the establishment.
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 several reach in cooler out of service.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, throughout the establishment.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at front counter.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris, located at cooking line.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. By the entrance door.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at men's and women's bathroom.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, located at front counter.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork ribs thawing in standing water inside three compartments sink. Discussed and coached operator in proper methods. Operator removed item and placed it, inside the reach in cooler.
Jun 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located near the three compartments sink. Operator placed a new paper towel roll.
Ceiling tile missing. By the restaurant entrance.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage and in disrepair in the entrance of the kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach near the fryer.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at women's bathroom.
Observed Ice buildup in chest freezer
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at front counter.
Jan 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed all food equipment as rice maker, stove top, pots and pans soiled.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage and in disrepair in the entrance of the kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall under the handwashing sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed steam table, handwashing sink, 3 compartment sink and mop sink soiled.
Jan 6, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 7 flies in the kitchen laying on the wall.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed all food equipment as rice maker, stove top, pots and pans soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink at the kitchen with no paper towels.
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. Observed Ieris Alvarez with no food handler certification.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink at the kitchen and bathroom with no soap.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage and in disrepair in the entrance of the kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in the mop sink.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall under the handwashing sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed steam table, handwashing sink, 3 compartment sink and mop sink soiled.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking on the floor in the kitchen handwashing sink and 3 compartment sink.
Jan 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority7 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed Paloma meat thawing in the 3 compartment sink. Operator said it was given to her by a man from the streets.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 7 flies in the kitchen laying on the wall.
Observed cat feces under the front counter.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10/01/23.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed Paloma meat thawing in the 3 compartment sink. Operator said it was given to her by a man from the streets.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed all food equipment as rice maker, stove top, pots and pans soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink at the kitchen with no paper towels.
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. Observed Ieris Alvarez with no food handler certification.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink at the kitchen and bathroom with no soap.
Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Observed 2 cats inside the dinning room. Operator removed. Cats keep coming in and out of the establishment, due to door being kept open.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage and in disrepair in the entrance of the kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in the mop sink.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall under the handwashing sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed steam table, handwashing sink, 3 compartment sink and mop sink soiled.
Standing water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed mop sink and handwashing sink with standing water inside.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking on the floor in the kitchen handwashing sink and 3 compartment sink.
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.