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PINCHO

4950 W 12 AVE, Hialeah FL 33012 · 786-409-2818

Last inspected Apr 30, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats86
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2311882
Grade history
MAR 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
DEC 25
APR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 32 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 live flies standing on shelves by burger buns at storage area.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Apr 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added no vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation
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. Provided handout to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
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Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed at storage room.
Basic/36-08-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan covers dusty inside walk in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4/Repeat Violation
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at cook line SS containers stored not inverted. Operator inverted SS containers.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
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Dec 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added no vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed some certifications incomplete information, missing date of birth.
Intermediate/53B-10-4
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed at storage room.
Basic/36-08-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at storage area.
Basic/36-17-5
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean containers on drying rack.
Basic/16-46-4/Repeat Violation
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Repeat Violation
Jan 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food no hair restraint at back prep area.
Basic/13-03-4/Repeat Violation
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on door to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil containers stored on the floor at storage area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at cook line Single Serve to go containers not inverted. Manager inverted containers.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed Cleaning towels no stored in sanitizer solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4/Repeat Violation
Aug 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added no vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 9, 2024 · Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added no vacuum breaker. Time Extended
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee handling food wearing wrist jewelry.
Basic/13-07-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 9, 2024 · Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee handling food wearing wrist jewelry. Time Extended
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed cardboards around dumpster.
Basic/33-19-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 9, 2024 · Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed cardboards around dumpster. Time Extended
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers at drain boards area.
Basic/16-46-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 9, 2024 · Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers at drain boards area. Time Extended
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 9, 2024 · Open dumpster lid. Time Extended
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink area.
Basic/42-01-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 9, 2024 · Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink area. Time Extended
Aug 8, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pico de gallo (49F - Cold Holding). As per operator prepared five hours ago. Manager discarded product.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken (44F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (49F - Cold Holding); salad mix (45F - Cold Holding); raw beef (45F - Cold Holding); cheese (45F - Cold Holding) As per operator pico de gallo prepared five hours ago other items were outside for about 45 minutes. Manager discarded pico de gallo, other food items were moved to walk in freezer for rapid chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added no vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee handling food wearing wrist jewelry.
Basic/13-07-4/Warning
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed cardboards around dumpster.
Basic/33-19-4/Warning
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers at drain boards area.
Basic/16-46-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink area.
Basic/42-01-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Mar 8, 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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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee change gloves with out washing hand's first. Manager coached employee about proper hand washing and glove use.
High priority/12A-07-5/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added, no vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed at front counter single serve utensils not presented with handles upwards, employee stored single serve utensils properly.
Basic/25-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed by fryer and prep table.
Basic/21-12-4/Repeat Violation
Aug 24, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added no vacuum breaker at mop sink.
High priority/29-42-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 24, 2023 · Time Extended
Floor and walls soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed inside walk in cooler walls and floor soiled.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 24, 2023 · Floor and walls soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed inside walk in cooler walls and floor soiled. Time Extended
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed one light shield missed above food preparation.
Basic/38-07-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 24, 2023 · Observed one light shield missed above food preparation. Time Extended
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 24, 2023 · Time Extended
Aug 23, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 live flies standing on shelves by burger buns at storage area.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touching trash can bag then proceeded to touch tongs without changing gloves and wash hands. Talked to operator and explain the correct steps.
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added no vacuum breaker at mop sink.
High priority/29-42-4/Warning
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. Provided written instructions for cleaning. Manager printed handout.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled. Operator cleaned the machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage container without a lid. Operator discarded the drink.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Floor and walls soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed inside walk in cooler walls and floor soiled.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed one light shield missed above food preparation.
Basic/38-07-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan covers inside walk in cooler dusty.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed plastic cleaned containers with old labels.
Basic/16-46-4/Warning
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box with single service articles stored on the floor. Operator removed from the floor.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop's not stored properly.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning

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.