NEW DRAGON RESTAURANT
5902 W 16 AVE, Hialeah FL 33012 · 305.557.0500
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B 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.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork and cooked chicken prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked on shelves at walk in cooler.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on both bathrooms.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food debris accumulated on handles at walk in cooler/ freezer.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in cooler.
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in unit at cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall behind racks at walk in cooler.
Aug 18, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate19 Basic
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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (51F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding);; cut ham (49F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler across wok line, as per operator less than 3 hours. Operator closed lid.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed crispy chicken (98F - Hot Holding) next to wok station, as per operator less than 1 hour. Operator proceeded to reheated.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food stored on soiled with food debris containers at walk in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork and cooked chicken prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked on shelves at walk in cooler.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on both bathrooms.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside flour and rice containers at dry storage area, employee removed.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food debris accumulated on handles at walk in cooler/ freezer.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard on floor at cook line.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed on reach in cooler across wok station.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in unit at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in cooler interior across wok station.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed cut ham and cut cooked pork stored on cardboard chicken cases on shelves at walk in cooler.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food containers not covered at walk in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall behind racks at walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at cook line.
Mar 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee started to handle food after putting gloves on without washing hands first. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing and gloves use.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.Observed inside walk in freezer chicken stored inside thank you bags.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed box containing raw chicken stored above soy sauce bucket, inside reach in cooler. Operator stored soy sauce bucket six inches above the floor away from raw chicken.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink used as a dump sink.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed at cook line by steamer.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed shelves at kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on prep tables at kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at kitchen hand wash sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed equipment door handles and gaskets in reach in coolers soiled.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at kitchen.
Nov 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at kitchen hand sink used as dump sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed men bathroom no paper towels available. Operator placed paper towels next to sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap available men bathroom. Operator placed soap bottle next to sink.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed at kitchen hand sink next to stove.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed above prep table.
Food stored on floor. Observed sauce bucket stored on the floor inside walk in cooler. Operator stored bucket six inches above above the floor.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed inside cooked shrimp container inside walk in cooler handle touching shrimp. Operator provided removed scoop and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters exterior of fryer and oven soiled.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed above sandwich prep refrigerated table.
Twenty (20) foot-candles of light not provided inside equipment where food is stored. Observed inside walk in freezer.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at kitchen.
Walk in cooler and Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed at prep table at kitchen. Operator stored shell eggs inside walk in cooler for rapid chill.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed at kitchen
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at kitchen by walk in cooler.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a container with soy sauce and a box of raw chicken stored on floor at walk in cooler. Operator stored food items six inches above the floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at kitchen. Operator removed tongs from oven door handle.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed inside walk in cooler shrimp container Spoon handle touching shrimp. Operator stored properly.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at kitchen.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at kitchen.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at kitchen..
Oct 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs stored on prep table at room temperature. Operator stored shell eggs inside walk in cooler for rapid chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean sprouts at 60F (cold holding) at preparation area according manager out for 90 minutes. Operator stored bean sprouts inside walk in cooler for rapid chill.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed plastic container used to dispense dry rice soiled. Operator discarded the plastic and replace it with a spoon.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as a dump sink at kitchen area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at employees bathroom.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at employees bathroom.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at kitchen floor.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. At kitchen prep table.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates not inverted at wait station area.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed inside walk in cooler.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a container with soy sauce and a box of raw chicken stored on floor at walk in cooler.
Ice buildup inside walk-in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled inside at kitchen area.
Light not functioning. Observed walk in freezer light burned out.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cardboard on shelves at preparation table soiled.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service not inverted at prep table. Operator inverted.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet cloth not stored in sanitizing solution at kitchen area.
May 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs on top of prep table stored at ambient temperature. Manager stored shell eggs inside walk in cooler for proper storage.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed on treaded faucet no vacuum breaker available.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles at walk in cooler and freezer soiled.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at kitchen floor.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor in front of walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic cocking oil containers stored on the floor by front counter.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside walk in freezer.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed big spoons used to dispense raw chicken,and curt ham with handles touching the food. Manager stored spoons with handle upwards.
Light not functioning. Observed walk in freezer light burned out.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at kitchen no sign on hand wash sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan covers in walk-in cooler dusty.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior at kitchen, shelves soiled with food residues.
Stored food not covered. Observed containers inside walk in cooler with, cooked rice, cooked ribs, cooked breaded chicken no covered.
Nov 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers plastic containers with cooked pork, cooked chicken, cut ham, cooked pork ribs and wontons, according to operator food was prepared two days ago, no date labeled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with Soy sauce stored on floor kitchen.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen shrimp thawing at room temperature located at kitchen counter. Manager stored frozen shrimp inside walk in cooler for proper thawing.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
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.