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LA CASCADA PALM AVE

LA CASCADA PALM AVE located in HIALEAH has undergone 9 health department inspections, achieving a 2.4/5 overall safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 2 weeks ago · 9 reports on file

798 Palm Avenue
Hialeah, Florida, 33010
Miami-Dade County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.4/5)
Based on 9 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

2/23/2026· 2w ago

Visit ID: 13528112

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 2 int, 7 basic

  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handle soiled with grease accumulation.
  • 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed operator glasses stored on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Operator removed and stored properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler leaking and without vent cover inside kitchen area.
  • 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
  • 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor behind reach in cooler at kitchen area.
  • 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with accumulation of debris all around kitchen area and storage area.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at kitchen area.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pig head stored on top of container with mashed potatoes and red beans container inside reach in cooler at kitchen area.
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked Pork Chops (130F - Hot Holding) inside steam table at front counter. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Operator reheated during inspection Cooked Pork Chops (169F - Reheating). Corrected On-Site
  • 14-14-4:Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed inside coffee machine.
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed red beans container and mashed potato container not date marked inside reach in cooler. As per operator prepared 2 days ago.

9/23/2025· 5mo ago

Visit ID: 10935339

Met Inspection Standards

1 basic

  • 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink inside cooler at kitchen. Operator removed the cup. Corrected On-Site

2/3/2025· 1y 1mo ago

1 high, 1 int, 1 basic

  • 33-31-5:Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises.
  • 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed employee medication stored in 2 doors standing reach in cooler, located at front counter. During the inspection employee removed items. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink,located at men's bathroom.

10/17/2024· 1y 4mo ago

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

8/26/2024· 1y 6mo ago

1 int, 4 basic

  • 51-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed operator added 22 chairs without reporting seating change. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed operator added 22 chairs without reporting seating change. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-26: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed operator added 22 chairs without reporting seating change. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed operator added 22 chairs without reporting seating change. **Time Extended**
  • 51-15-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-26: Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. **Time Extended**
  • 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, throughout the kitchen areas, and dry storage. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, throughout the kitchen areas, and dry storage. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-26: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, throughout the kitchen areas, and dry storage. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, throughout the kitchen areas, and dry storage. **Time Extended**
  • 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at cooking line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at cooking line. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-26: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at cooking line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at cooking line. **Time Extended**
  • 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 operator expanded dining area and added tables and chairs without submitting plans. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: 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 operator expanded dining area and added tables and chairs without submitting plans. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-26: 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 operator expanded dining area and added tables and chairs without submitting plans. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: 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 operator expanded dining area and added tables and chairs without submitting plans. **Time Extended**

8/9/2024· 1y 7mo ago

1 high, 4 int, 10 basic

  • 51-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed operator added 22 chairs without reporting seating change. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed operator added 22 chairs without reporting seating change. **Time Extended**
  • 51-15-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. **Time Extended**
  • 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, throughout the kitchen areas, and dry storage. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, throughout the kitchen areas, and dry storage. **Time Extended**
  • 27-10-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: No hot running water at mop sink. **Time Extended**
  • 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line. **Time Extended**
  • 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at cooking line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at cooking line. **Time Extended**
  • 33-34-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Storage area not maintained clean and organized. **Time Extended**
  • 33-31-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises, throughout the establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises, throughout the establishment. **Time Extended**
  • 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas, and dry storage. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas, and dry storage. **Time Extended**
  • 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hand sink faucet leaking water, located at cooking line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hand sink faucet leaking water, located at cooking line. **Time Extended**
  • 29-34-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb, located near the mop sink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb, located near the mop sink. **Time Extended**
  • 27-18-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. **Time Extended**
  • 27-06-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: No hot running water at three-compartment sink. **Time Extended**
  • 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 operator expanded dining area and added tables and chairs without submitting plans. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: 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 operator expanded dining area and added tables and chairs without submitting plans. **Time Extended**
  • 27-16-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. **Time Extended**

8/8/2024· 1y 7mo ago

2 high, 6 int, 12 basic

  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed several reach in cooler out of service.
  • 51-09-4:Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed operator added 22 chairs without reporting seating change.
  • 51-15-4:Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
  • 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, throughout the kitchen areas, and dry storage.
  • 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, throughout the kitchen areas, and dry storage.
  • 27-10-4:Basic - No hot running water at mop sink.
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at cooking line.
  • 33-34-4:Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized.
  • 33-31-5:Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises, throughout the establishment.
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas, and dry storage.
  • 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hand sink faucet leaking water, located at cooking line.
  • 08A-02-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw ground beef over cooked beef stored inside standing cooler, located at cooking line. Operator removed items and placed them correctly. Corrected On-Site
  • 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb, located near the mop sink.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  • 27-18-4:Intermediate - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods.
  • 27-06-4:Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located in the bathroom.
  • 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 operator expanded dining area and added tables and chairs without submitting plans.
  • 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.

2/8/2024· 2y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 8581700

Met Inspection Standards

6 int, 7 basic

  • 16-07-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
  • 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen area.
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Kitchen area.
  • 21-10-4:Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • 21-09-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
  • 11-07-5:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Corrected On-Site
  • 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.
  • 05-07-4:Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Corrected On-Site
  • 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.
  • 05-13-5:Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.

12/27/2023· 2y 2mo ago

Visit ID: 8381622

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 int, 10 basic

  • 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
  • 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
  • 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Observed ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed all reach in cooler shelves soiled.
  • 33-34-4:Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. In the whole establishment. Repeat Violation
  • 33-31-5:Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed music speakers, discarded toilet and multiple clothing items. Repeat Violation
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the entire establishment. Repeat Violation
  • 36-10-4:Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Throughout the kitchen. Repeat Violation
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (112F - Hot Holding); rice with chicken (126F - Hot Holding) on the steam table. Operator reheated items. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food containers and prep tables with heavy soil. Repeat Violation

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Google Rating

★★★★½ (4.5/5)
(16 reviews)

Opening Hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday:7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday:7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday:7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday:7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday:10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
✓ Currently Open

Features

✓ Restaurant

Restaurant Features

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

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