HAKUNA MATATA RESTAURANT

HAKUNA MATATA RESTAURANT located in HIALEAH has undergone 5 health department inspections, achieving a 2.8/5 overall safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 1 months ago · 5 reports on file

395 E 10 ST

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.8/5)

Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

2/3/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13571694

Met Inspection Standards

4 basic

36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with water damage at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with water damage at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
22-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled at kitchen area - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed all around kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed all around kitchen area. **Time Extended**
42-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed next to chest freezer at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed next to chest freezer at kitchen area. **Time Extended**

11/7/2025· 4mo ago

Visit ID: 10883035

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 2 int, 7 basic

36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with water damage at kitchen area.
14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer Observed ice buildup inside chest freezer at kitchen area.
10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop stored inside hand standing water temperature 72 degrees. Operator discarded the water during inspection. Corrected On-Site
22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled at kitchen area
23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled under microwave at kitchen area.
36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed all around kitchen area.
42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed next to chest freezer at kitchen area.
01B-01-4:High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans of diced pineapple dented at kitchen area. Operator discarded it during inspection.
03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Bechamel Sauce (54F - Cold Holding)inside reach in cooler. As per operator for less than 3 hours. Operator uncovered inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling. Corrected On-Site
31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed glass cup stored inside hand wash sink during inspection.
53B-05-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 2 employees certificates expired on 8/25 and 11/25.

7/23/2024· 1y 7mo ago

3 basic

36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. By pizza oven area.
14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer .

4/5/2024· 1y 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8510909

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 2 basic

23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled.
14-09-4:Basic - Observed Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at preparation area.
08A-11-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw bacon over gallons of milk stored inside the reach in cooler located near the exit door. Employee removed item and placed it correctly. Corrected On-Site

9/27/2023· 2y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8347703

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 3 int, 4 basic

23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler with gasket soiled.
14-69-4:Basic - Observed ice buildup in deep reach-in freezer.
10-07-4:Basic - Observed ice cream scoop in a container with standing still water on top of the ice cream deep freezer.
42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
08A-08-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed bags of raw shrimp in the same deep reach in freezer as the ice cream buckets.
11-27-4:Intermediate - 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. Emailed form. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. Emailed form and signed during the inspection. Corrected On-Site
31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap in the bathroom.

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