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EPICENTRO CAFE HIALEAH

Based on 5 health inspections, EPICENTRO CAFE HIALEAH in HIALEAH has earned a 2.2/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 4 weeks ago · 5 reports on file

5006 West 12th Avenue
Hialeah, Florida, 33012
Miami-Dade County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.2/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

2/12/2026· 4w ago

Visit ID: 13514727

Met Inspection Standards

4 high, 1 int, 3 basic

  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil containers stored on the kitchen floor.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil at water 90F. Operator replaced water at 138F Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of preparation tables at kitchen. Repeat Violation
  • 14-15-4:High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed black plastic containers used to store sugar, flour, beans. No food grade .
  • 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed shell eggs stored over a box of unwashed tomatoes. Operator stored shell eggs on bottom shelf, under tomatoes box. Corrected On-Site
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked pork inside Reach in cooler at kitchen. Operator stored raw beef under container with cooked pork. Corrected On-Site
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed two faucets on mop sink, no vacuum breaker. Repeat Violation
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips. Repeat Violation
  • 48-04-4:Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed an LP gas tank inside kitchen.

11/17/2025· 3mo ago

Visit ID: 13514414

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 3 basic

  • 21-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at sandwich station. Towel under cutting board. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-17: Observed at sandwich station. Towel under cutting board. **Time Extended**
  • 33-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-17: Missing drain plug at dumpster **Time Extended**
  • 33-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-17: Open dumpster lid. **Time Extended**
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed two faucets on mop sink no vacuum breaker. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-17: Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed two faucets on mop sink no vacuum breaker. **Time Extended**

9/8/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10893757

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 1 int, 7 basic

  • 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted at kitchen. Operator inverted plates. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop inside cup with water at ambient temperature. Operator stored scoop inside a dry clean container. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
  • 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at sandwich station. Towel under cutting board. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 33-11-4:Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Warning
  • 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen beef thawing on top of prep table at ambient temperature. Operator stored raw beef inside reach in cooler for proper thawing. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of prep tables at kitchen. Warning
  • 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Operator washed utensils, then when to prep food, without washing hands, gloves changed. Operator coached employees on proper hand washing and gloves use. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed two faucets on mop sink no vacuum breaker. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 53A-03-7:Intermediate - 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/ Observed expired 08/12/2025 for Gladys Jaime's and Armando Valdes. Warning

4/10/2025· 11mo ago

Visit ID: 10797959

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 basic

  • 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles on floor at kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-10: Observed cracked tiles on floor at kitche. **Time Extended**
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed two faucets no vacuum breakers. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-10: Observed two faucets no vacuum breakers **Time Extended**

3/12/2025· 1y ago

1 high, 1 int, 2 basic

  • 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles on floor at kitchen. Warning
  • 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided poster via email.
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed two faucets no vacuum breakers. Warning
  • 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed, Changed ownership, renovations were made, no plans submitted. Warning

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Google Rating

★★★★★ (5.0/5)
(14 reviews)

Price Level

$$

Opening Hours

Monday:6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday:6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday:6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday:6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday:6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
✓ Currently Open

Features

✓ Restaurant

Restaurant Features

Takeout
Delivery
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025

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