STAR CHIGUA'S PIZZA
1570 W 43 PL #1, Hialeah FL 33012 · 305.200.3269
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed rat killer pellets bag inside hand sink at storage and prep area. Operator stored bag away from hand sink, on floor under 3 compartment sink.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021005433 | Feb 3, 2021 | Mar 15, 2021 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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 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.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler temperature at 58F.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked lid bin container.
Jul 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced ham (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding); sausage (49F - Cold Holding) in standing unit, as per operator less than 3 hours.
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 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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at bathroom, operator restocked during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on flour bin container at kitchen area. Employee removed.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler temperature at 58°F.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked lid bin container.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 87° F at front counter next to ice cream reach in cooler.
Feb 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed inside reach in cooler raw shell eggs stored above bread. Operator moved eggs to bottom shelf under bread.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed rat killer pellets bag inside hand sink at storage and prep area. Operator stored bag away from hand sink, on floor under 3 compartment sink.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed faucet no vacuum breaker storage area.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed on hand wash sink by storage and prep area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside flour container. Operator removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container no labeled.
Sep 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed flans no labeled front refrigerator by door.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in reach in coolers torn.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed ss plates not inverted at kitchen Operator inverted single serve plated.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed Flour container no labeled. Operator labeled flour container.
Feb 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed towel stored inside hand wash sink at kitchen. Operator removed towel.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed macaroni salad, cream dessert prepared on site, according to employee prepared 2 days ago no date labeled.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoops stored on water at 80F.
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Observed at ice cream station.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen shrimp thawing at ambient temperature, employee stored shrimp inside reach in cooler for proper thawing.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour containers no labeled.
Oct 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed chopped onions and peppers stored inside thank you bags.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed desserts, flan, and tres leches prepared the day before in the morning no date labeled, cooler front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl no handle used to dispense flour. Employee
Equipment in poor repair. Observed handle missing on reach in cooler door
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container no labeled with name, coffee preparation area.
Apr 29, 2024Inspection 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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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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl no Handle used to dispense flour. Employee removed bowl from inside flour container.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates not inverted at kitchen. Cook inverted plates.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets pizza prep station door, also at triple door reach in cooler at the back storage area.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet on dipper well not working.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve plates not inverted at pizza station at kitchen. Cook inverted plates.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled with name.
Nov 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2023
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. Discussed and provided in printed form to manager.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at back hand wash sink.
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. Discussed and provided in printed form to manager
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to 3 compartment sink. Employee provided the soap. Also observed no soap at back hand wash sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal bowl with no handle inside flour container.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken gaskets in door of pizza prep station. Also in door of triple door reach in cooler at the back storage.
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 handle in contact with sugar at milkshakes station. Employee stored scoop with handle upwards.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop on standing water at room temperature. Manager discarded the water and stored ice cream scoop in a clean dry container.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet on dipper well not working.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed over reach in freezer single serve containers no inverted. Employee inverted the single serve items.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar in a plastic container not labeled at milkshakes station. Also observed flour in a container not labeled next to mixter. Employee properly labeled the flour.
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