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PUERQUITO ASADO RESTAURANT

PUERQUITO ASADO RESTAURANT in HIALEAH, Florida has undergone 9 health inspections, reporting 4 high-priority violations, 23 intermediate violations, and 39 basic violations, with 7 recent violations in the last 90 days. The average food safety rating is 2.5 out of 5, though the recent trend shows improvement. This suggests ongoing safety concerns that may warrant close monitoring and follow-up inspections.

Last inspection: 2 months ago · 9 reports on file

4080 E 4 AVE

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.5/5)
Based on 9 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

1/26/2026· 2mo ago

Visit ID: 13507447

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 6 basic

  • 16-07-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Observed empty glass bottles inside 3 compartment sink and beer residue.
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tile soiled with dark substance next to kitchen door.
  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board with cut marks next to 3 compartment sink. Manager discarded during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed manager handling food without a hair restraint, manager provided hat during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler at preparation area soiled food debris.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels inside ladies restroom, manager provided during inspection. Corrected On-Site

8/28/2025· 7mo ago

Visit ID: 10914759

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 3 int, 5 basic

  • 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean cooking utensils not inverted next to 3 compartment sink.
  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without hair restraint. Employee provided hat during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer at preparation area.
  • 33-11-4:Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris at preparation area.
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed fruit pulp being stored inside thank you bags at reach in freezer.
  • 08A-04-5:High Priority - RTE food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed unwashed vegetables on top cooked rice inside reach in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris at preparation table across oven.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink. Employee provided during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink. Employee provided during inspection. Corrected On-Site

1/17/2025· 1y 2mo ago

3 int, 2 basic

  • 12B-14-4:Basic - Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Observed employee pineapple juice inside ice machine. Employee removed and discarded. Corrected On-Site
  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without a hair restraint. Employee provided personal hat during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris on top preparation table . Employee removed to 3 compartment sink. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris inside handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee cleaned properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at men bathroom. Employee provided during inspection. Corrected On-Site

8/5/2024· 1y 8mo ago

1 high, 1 int, 6 basic

  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles stained with water by back entrance door.
  • 36-03-4:Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed by wall to bathroom entrance. Repeat Violation
  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without a hair restraint. Employee put on a hat during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer at preparation area. Repeat Violation
  • 33-11-4:Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at men's bathroom.
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed thank you bags being used to store raw pork inside reach in freezer at preparation area.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at ladies bathroom. Employee provided paper towels during inspection. Corrected On-Site

4/22/2024· 1y 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8577186

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 4 basic

  • 14-22-4:Basic - Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
  • 36-03-4:Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed by wall to bathroom entrance. Repeat Violation
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest freezer.
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed for the mens bathroom.
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

4/5/2024· 2y ago

Visit ID: 8616054

Met Inspection Standards

1 basic

  • 36-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed missing cove molding next to ATM machine by bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: Still observed, as per owner they gonna replace it on next day. **Time Extended**

2/20/2024· 2y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 8576866

Follow-up Inspection Required

6 int, 6 basic

  • 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on Men bathroom. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
  • 36-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed missing cove molding next to ATM machine by bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
  • 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed on double door reach in cooler at kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
  • 32-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed on men bathroom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
  • 29-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed Hand wash sink next 3 compartment sink with slow draining water. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
  • 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed under 3 compartment sink, water leaking. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled, mixer soiled. And micr interior soiled Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
  • 32-11-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Observed on Men bathroom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on both bathrooms. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed on men and women bathroom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
  • 14-14-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**

12/18/2023· 2y 4mo ago

Visit ID: 8341918

Follow-up Inspection Required

7 int, 7 basic

  • 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on Men bathroom. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed on top kitchen area . Warning
  • 36-08-4:Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed missing cove molding next to ATM machine by bar area. Warning
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed on double door reach in cooler at kitchen. Warning
  • 32-17-4:Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed on men bathroom. Warning
  • 29-20-5:Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed Hand wash sink next 3 compartment sink with slow draining water. Warning
  • 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed under 3 compartment sink, water leaking. Warning
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled, mixer soiled. And micr interior soiled Warning
  • 32-11-5:Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Observed on Men bathroom. Warning
  • 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 available. Warning
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on both bathrooms. Warning
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for Dayilien Ondarza working at restaurant for over sixty days. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed on men and women bathroom. Warning
  • 14-14-4:Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Repeat Violation Warning

8/18/2023· 2y 8mo ago

Visit ID: 8321932

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 int, 2 basic

  • 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed in both bathrooms. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: Still observed. **Time Extended**
  • 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in units in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: Still observed. **Time Extended**
  • 53B-02-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No training for Mayra Acosta. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: Still observed. Admin Complaint
  • 14-14-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at the front counter next to coffee machine. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-18: Still observed. **Time Extended**

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