PHAT CITY SUBS
561 E 9 ST, Hialeah FL 33010
Last inspected Apr 20, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections trending down, 23 points off where it started.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Rice with cheese (49F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at front counter. As per operator since yesterday afternoon. Operator discarded it during inspection.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Rice with cheese (49F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at front counter. As per operator since yesterday afternoon. Operator discarded it during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Rice with cheese (49F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at front counter. As per operator since yesterday afternoon. Operator discarded it during inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed index spray bottle stored on shelf on top of stove at kitchen area at front counter. Operator removed it and stored it properly during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on top of reach in cooler at kitchen area at front counter. Operator washed during inspection.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal scrubber and towel stored inside hand wash sink at kitchen area. Removed and stored properly during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed windex spray bottle not labeled at front on shelf on top of the stove at kitchen at front counter. Operator labeled it during inspection.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at employees and customers bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on top of reach in cooler at kitchen area at front counter. Operator used it front the other side of the cutting board.
Food stored on floor. Observed sack of white onions stored on the floor at back storage entrance. Operator stored 6 inches above the floor under preparation table at back storage area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided and printed to operator during inspection.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at kitchen area at front counter.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled at kitchen at front counter.
Mar 31, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed inside customer bathroom.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled next to triple sink area.
Mar 10, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 Pablo Martin manager certificate expired 10/26/2025.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed inside customer bathroom.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled next to triple sink area.
Jan 8, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate15 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed ants pesticide at storage area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored on top of ready to eat food inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored on top of fridge at back storage area.
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 Pablo Martin manager certificate expired 10/26/2025.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer machine soiled on top of preparation table at kitchen area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink used to stored metal lids at back storage area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed flan with not date marked inside reach in cooler at front counter. Operator date marked it during inspection.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed inside customer bathroom.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of food debris on reach in cooler door handle at front counter.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed establishment phone on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed operator engaged in food preparation wearing a watch at the time of inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed double door reach in cooler vent cover missing at back storage area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed all around back storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at kitchen area,
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed 2 open soda cans stored inside reach in cooler at front counter. Operator discarded it during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled at back storage area.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed on top of preparation table at kitchen area at front counter. Operator removed it during inspection.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining at hand wash sink at back storage area.
Stored food not covered. Observed flan no covered inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled next to triple sink area.
Jul 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed at reach in freezer raw beef patties stored over desserts. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used to store spatulas. Operator removed.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at flip top prep cooler and reach in cooler door handles.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled throughout. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with cooking oil and water bottles stored on the floor at storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at coolers and freezers throughout.
Jan 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over flour tortillas stored inside reach in cooler, located at front counter. During the inspection operator removed items and placed them correctly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen utensils stored inside the hand sink, located at front counter. During the inspection operator removed items.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Cooked imperial rice for more than 24 hours with no date marked at reach in cooler, located at preparation area.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with cooking oil stored on the floor at preparation area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at front counter.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a case of plastic containers stored on the floor at preparation area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed plastic plates and to go containers not inverted at front counter shelves.
Jul 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed fogger spray stored on top of reach in freezer, located at preparation area.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at front counter. Operator clean the reach in cooler
Feb 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above unwashed red peppers inside reach in cooler at the back, employee stored properly during inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips available.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork not date marked inside reach in cooler at the front counter, as per Manager over 24 hours. Employee dated during inspection.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed in reach in cooler at the back of the establishment, employee removed during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed desserts in reach in cooler at the front counter.
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.