PIO PIO CUBA
496 W 29 STREET, Hialeah FL 33012 · 786-580-5165
Last inspected Apr 30, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
APR 24
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2025
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019025726 | Apr 24, 2019 | Oct 21, 2019 | $320 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed inside reach in cooler raw beef stored over cook potatoes. Operator stored raw beef under potatoes.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed by ice cream freezer bowls not inverted, operator inverted bowls.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at kitchen above door.
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Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed SS containers stored on the floor, storage area. Operator stored SS containers 6 inches above the floor.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Dec 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at dining area.
Oct 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non-food grade bags in chest freezer to store raw chicken.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2025
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shelled eggs on top of preparation table. Operator stored shelled eggs inside cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at Hot Box. ham croquettes (100F - Hot Holding), according to operator placed 3 hours ago. Operator took croquettes to kitchen to reheat.
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/ For Marilin Galiano 06-12-2020 expired
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at dining area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on oven door. Operator removed tongs from oven door and stored properly.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet towel under cutting board in prep area of the kitchen. Operator removed towel from under the cutting board.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light fixtures without proper shield in food storage areas over chest freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed on women bathroom, no sign at hand wash sink.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed small fryer next to storage room with no hood suppression system
Apr 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand wash sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed tiles with water stains, dusty vents.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee stored ice scoop with handle upwards.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoops stored on standing water at front area, water 80F. Employee stored ice cream scoops on a dry clean container.
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, rice puddings, flans, milk desserts, prepared onsite, no labeled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed small fryer on preparation table next to dry storage area.
Dec 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed multiple items being stored in thank you bags in white reach in chest freezer in kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked ground beef (120F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (98F - Hot Holding) at steam table at front counter. As per operator for 1 hour. Operator began reheating the items. Final temperatures Cooked ground beef (170F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (180F - Hot Holding)
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty equipment in HWS next to three compartment sink at front counter. Operator removed the equipment.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage throughout customer seating area and prep area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in ice machine next to three compartment sink at front counter.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven in kitchen area. Operator removed the tongs.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under red cutting board in kitchen area.
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 at front reach in cooler, milk desserts, flans, rice pudding, no labeled
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed above white reach in chest freezer in dry storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters with large accumulation of grease.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a package of single service containers stored on the floor in dry storage area.
Stored food not covered. Observed chickpeas in blue container uncovered in dry storage area.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed prep sandwich table next to customer seating area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of sugar, salt and flour not labeled in dry storage area.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed small fryer on preparation table next to dry storage area.
Jun 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed inside white chest freezer thank you bags used to store raw chicken and beef.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage at dining and front prep areas.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on back door to outside.
Apr 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed inside white chest freezer thank you bags used to store raw chicken and beef.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed about 10 shell eggs in a carton on top of kitchen counter stored at ambient temperature according to cook out for about 1 hour Cook put shell eggs inside walk in cooler for proper storage.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee open outside door, and went back to kitchen to handle food, no gloves change, no hand washing observed. Manager coached 'em in proper glove use and hand washing.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic bags stored inside hand wash sink. Employee rem plastic bags from inside hand wash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for Jesica Pacheco
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. Provided agreement via email to operator.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage at dining and front prep areas.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook at kitchen preparing food no hair restraint.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on back door to outside.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box with single serve cups stored on the floor at storage room. Employee stored SS cups on shelf more than six inches ab the floor.
Nov 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator contacted DBPR Customer Service and was able to submit payment for license renewal.
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.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with cook oil.
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.