PIRULI CAFE
4715 E 10 CT, Hialeah FL 33013 · 786-380-8287
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
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OCT 25
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AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (97F - Hot Holding) as per employee for less than an hour.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $960
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019030292 | Feb 6, 2019 | Dec 6, 2019 | $640 |
| 1--2015005966 | Jan 12, 2015 | Apr 20, 2015 | $320 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed napkins inside handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee cleaned during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink inside women bathroom. Employee provided during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap inside handwashing sink in men bathroom. Manager provided during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in despair at front dining area.
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor at front dining area. Employee cleaned dry during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with cooking oil on the floor at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside domestic fridge at cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior soiled with grease.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign inside men handwashing sink. Manager provided handwashing sign during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of the oven soiled with grease.
Feb 6, 2026Inspection 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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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed vegetables inside thank you bags inside reach in cooler at cook line, employee removed and stored properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled knife inside handwashing sink. Employee removed and stored properly.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels inside men bathroom, manager provided during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole on ceiling tile at dining area..
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled with food debris at cook line. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of oven soiled with grease.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed on the floor discarded oven in front of main entrance.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in use wet towel on top preparation table at cook line. Employee removed and stored inside sanitizer bucket.
Oct 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed tomato sauce not separated from cheese cake container inside reach in cooler in kitchen area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed microwave interior soiled with food debris at preparation area. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towels dispenser not working properly inside ladies restroom.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed handwashing soap dispenser not working properly inside men's restroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled with dark substance on top cooking equipment.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean cooking utensils inside plastic container not inverted on top preparation area. Employee inverted during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board with cut marks next to 3 compartment sink, manager discarded during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal glasses on top preparation table in kitchen area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed handwashing sink faucet water handle missing inside women restroom.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer in storage area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease next to frying station.
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty utensils inside handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink. Manager removed during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink. Manager provided during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink. Manager provided during inspection.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates not inverted at front counter, employee inverted during inspection,.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn next to oven.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with cooking oil being stored on the floor next to oven, employee removed and stored properly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer with ice buildup at storage area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop being stored on the floor next to domestic fridge in dry storage area.
Nov 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at men's handwashing sink. Employee provided during inspection.
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 employee
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.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates on top of 3 compartment sink not inverted. Employee inverted during inspection.
Jan 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (97F - Hot Holding) as per employee for less than an hour.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed clean dishes stored on hand sink in kitchen area. Observed at front hand sink utensils stored inside. Employee removed and placed on correct shelf.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink in back kitchen area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink in back kitchen area.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed metal paint brush used at coffee machine. Employee discarded brush.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at rear of kitchen clean pots and pans not inverted on shelf. Observed at front count serving plates not inverted.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed small square hole in wall next to microwave wave. Observed large square hole in wall at front counter under coffee machine shelf.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in white chest freezer at rear of kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at bottoms shelves of steam table at front counter.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.