PEPITO AREPA'S BAR
13460 NW 107 AVE STE 11, Hialeah Gardens FL 33018 · 7863449517
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 4 visits since February 2025
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▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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
4 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use spoon stored in water at 84°F located at the cafeteria station.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked beef in reach in cooler. Operator properly stored it.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer spray bottle underneath of preparation table next to gallon of oil and clean utensils. Operator removed it.
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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Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed pico de gallo (89/85F - Cooling)covered while ambient cooling process, located in reach cooler. Operator uncovered.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by the garbage can in kitchen area. Operator removed it.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty cup in hand sink located at the front line. Operator removed it.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee washed spatula in 3 compartment sink with no sanitation solutions. Instructed operator regarding the ware washing procedures.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Mar 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed reach in cooler cooked beef (49/51F - Cooling) cooked from the day before as per operator.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in cooler cooked beef (49/51F - Cooling) cooked from the day before as per operator.
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. Emailed poster to operator.
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. Emailed form to the operator, operator printed out and posted.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit.
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/ manager arrived during inspection.
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. Employees Leidy with 2 days of being hired. Emailed form to operator.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employees Fernando with 6 months of being hired.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of flour on kitchen floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife, spatula stored in between wall and three compartment sink. Operator removed it.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet wiping towels on preparation table, operator set up the chlorine sanitation bucket with 100 ppm.
Nov 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over cooked yuca inside reach in cooler under cook line. Operator stored food as per safety storage requirements.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine Test Kit.
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/
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed inside kitchen. Operator provided soap.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at men's restroom.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior in kitchen. Operator cleaned microwave interior.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at all HWS stations at Food Establishment.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed utensils, cups, and lids boxes stored on dry storage floor on second floor.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed under three compartment sink. Operator removed bucket from floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled container.
Feb 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 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. Hand wash sink at kitchen.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink at kitchen.
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