PUERQUITO ASADO RESTAURANT
4080 E 4 AVE, Hialeah FL 33013 · 305-817-1477
Last inspected Jan 26, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
APR 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018026039 | Apr 9, 2018 | Jun 21, 2018 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels inside ladies restroom, manager provided during inspection.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Observed empty glass bottles inside 3 compartment sink and beer residue.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tile soiled with dark substance next to kitchen door.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
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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 with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed manager handling food without a hair restraint, manager provided hat during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler at preparation area soiled food debris.
Aug 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed fruit pulp being stored inside thank you bags at reach in freezer.
RTE food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed unwashed vegetables on top cooked rice inside reach in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris at preparation table across oven.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink. Employee provided during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink. Employee provided during inspection.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean cooking utensils not inverted next to 3 compartment sink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without hair restraint. Employee provided hat during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer at preparation area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris at preparation area.
Jan 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris on top preparation table. Employee removed to 3 compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris inside handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee cleaned properly during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at men bathroom. Employee provided during inspection.
Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Observed employee pineapple juice inside ice machine. Employee removed and discarded.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without a hair restraint. Employee provided personal hat during inspection.
Aug 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed thank you bags being used to store raw pork inside reach in freezer at preparation area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at ladies bathroom. Employee provided paper towels during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles stained with water by back entrance door.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed by wall to bathroom entrance.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without a hair restraint. Employee put on a hat during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer at preparation area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at men's bathroom.
Apr 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed by wall to bathroom entrance.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed for the mens bathroom.
Apr 5, 2024□ 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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Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed missing cove molding next to ATM machine by bar area.
Feb 20, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled, mixer soiled. And micr interior soiled
Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Observed on Men bathroom.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on both bathrooms.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed on men and women bathroom.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on Men bathroom.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed missing cove molding next to ATM machine by bar area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed on double door reach in cooler at kitchen.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed on men bathroom.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed Hand wash sink next 3 compartment sink with slow draining water.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed under 3 compartment sink, water leaking.
Dec 18, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded.
0 High priority7 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled, mixer soiled. And micr interior soiled
Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Observed on Men bathroom.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on both bathrooms.
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. Observed for Dayilien Ondarza working at restaurant for over sixty days.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed on men and women bathroom.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on Men bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed on top kitchen area.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed missing cove molding next to ATM machine by bar area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed on double door reach in cooler at kitchen.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed on men bathroom.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed Hand wash sink next 3 compartment sink with slow draining water.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed under 3 compartment sink, water leaking.
Aug 18, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. No training for Mayra Acosta.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at the front counter next to coffee machine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed in both bathrooms.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in units in kitchen area.
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.