SAN LAZARO CAFETERIA
2400 W 2 AVE BAY 1, Hialeah FL 33010 · 305-333-1658
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
JUL 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
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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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022053531 | Aug 24, 2022 | Dec 9, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation touching her hair and not washing hands before touching clean utensil.
Non-food grade towel used as liner for food container. Observed raw beef stored inside a towel at reach in cooler at kitchen area. Employee removed raw beef and stored it inside food grade plastic at the time of inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw ripe plantains inside reach in freezer at kitchen area. Operator stored raw chicken under raw ripe plantains inside reach in freezer at the time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cut tomato (53F - Cold Holding); Ham (50F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. As per employee for less than an hour. Employee stored inside reach in freezer for rapid cooling.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container with water stored inside hand wash sink next to three compartment sink at kitchen area. Employee removed plastic container during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at men's bathroom. Employee provided paper towel during inspection.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around preparation area at front counter.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above kitchen entrance at front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage at front counter. Also observed holes on ceiling at front counter.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse stored on top of thank you bags in front of preparation table at front counter. Employee removed and stored properly during inspection.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation wearing a watch at kitchen area. Employee removed it during inspection.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall damage next to fryer at kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled next to sliced machine at kitchen area. Employee cleaned microwave interior during inspection.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed on shelf above hand wash sink at kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not in sanitizing solution on top of preparation table next to slicer machine. Employee stored inside sanitizing solution during inspection.
Feb 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw ground beef not commercially packaged stored on top of raw yucca inside reach in freezer at kitchen area.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation picking up a trash from the floor and not changing gloves. Coached employee on proper procedure. Employee discarded gloves and washed hands.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at vacuum breaker missing at hose Bibb located on the right side at front parking lot.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed detergent container inside hand wash sink at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quaternary test kit expired 02/2018.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed 2 certified food managers unable to answer minimum internal temperature of chicken and how to calibrated thermometer.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training for Sofia M. at the time of inspection.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean utensils not inverted at shelf above preparation table at kitchen area. Employee inverted utensils during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee back pack and cloth on top of rice container at kitchen entrance. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 1 employee engaged in food reparation wearing a watch at kitchen area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint at kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed 1 case of water bottles stored on the floor under preparation table at front counter. Operator stored properly during inspection.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler at front counter and kitchen area.
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 front counter. Operator clean gaskets during inspection.
Sep 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream (59F - Cold Holding); palomilla steak (55F - Cold Holding) snide reach in cooler. As per operator for less than 4 hrs.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter. Operator placed handle upwards.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop inside beans container in contact with product at kitchen. Operator placed the handle upwards.
Feb 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at men's bathroom. During the inspection employee provided a new paper towel roll.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef with no date marking stored in standing reach in cooler, located at cooking line. As per operator food was prepared 2 days before the inspection.
Jul 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Observed plastic oil containers stored on the floor under three compartments sink. Employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at men's bathroom.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork stored inside the three compartments sink. Discussed and coached employee in proper methods. Employee removed items and placed them inside reach in cooler.
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 3cs with quaternary sanitizer solution of 0 ppm, operator add another tablet. Recheck 200 ppm.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dirty dishes stored inside hand sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Nov 28, 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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container inside hand wash sink located next to three compartment sink. Operator removed it.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at the hand sink, paper towel was replaced during inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filter soiled.
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.