HIDALGOS CAFETERIA & RESTAURANT
South Dixie Highway
Homestead, Florida, 33030
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.8/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/18/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
1
Basic
11
Total
14
Inspection Details:
- 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observe dirty cardboard on reach in freezer at dry storage area. Repeat Violation
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 08B-37-4:Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Observe raw pork (frozen)container stored outside next to back door by dry storage area, operator moved container to kitchen. Corrected On-Site
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observe tamales container stored on kitchen floor, employee stored properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observe soiled gaskets in all units at kitchen area, also at dry storage area.
- 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observe personal opened can soda in reach in cooler shelves at dry storage area. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observe at kitchen area, also at dry storage area.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observe cooked steak (frozen) on preparation table, employee moved to reach in cooler. Also observe raw pork (frozen) on standing water, employee discarded water and moved raw pork to reach in cooler at kitchen area. Corrected On-Site
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observe at kitchen area.
- 21-38-4:Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observe at kitchen area. Employee stored properly. Corrected On-Site
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observe raw tripe stored on nonfood grade bags on reach in freezer.
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe pork and vegetables (128F - Hot Holding); tripe stew (127F - Hot Holding) on steam table, as per employee breakfast was ending 30 minutes ago and steamer was turned off. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 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. Observe cooked pork,steak,beans and rice containers not dated on reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per employee over 24 hours.
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/18/2025 revealed 14 total violations (2 high priority, 1 intermediate, 11 basic).
Inspection on 12/6/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
4
Total
4
Inspection Details:
- 14-05-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed on reach in freezer at dry storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-06: Still observed. **Time Extended**
- 12B-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink stored on preparation table at kitchen area. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-06: Still observed. Employee removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in unit at kitchen area near back door. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-06: Still observed. Employee starts cleaning during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 21-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on preparation table at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-06: Still observed. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/6/2024 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 10/7/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
4
Basic
9
Total
17
Inspection Details:
- 36-06-4:Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at kitchen area.
- 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed on reach in freezer at dry storage area.
- 24-07-4:Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean cutter stored on dry storage floor. Corrected On-Site
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink stored on preparation table at kitchen area. Corrected On-Site
- 36-01-4:Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed throughout kitchen.
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under equipment at kitchen area.
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in unit at kitchen area near back door.
- 21-09-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on preparation table at kitchen area.
- 08A-24-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken breast stored above raw steak inside reach in freezer at dry storage area. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-17-6:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken breast and raw hamburgers patties on the same container inside reach in freezer at dry storage area. Corrected On-Site
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (54F - Cold Holding) on preparation table, as per employee less than 2 hours. Employee moved to reach in cooler during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 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 steak (98F - Hot Holding) next to stove, as per employee less than 2 hours. Employee moved to reach in cooler during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residues on HWS at kitchen area.
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
- 53B-02-5: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 Yesenia, Emerita and Teresa have been working more than 60 days.
- 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 cooked chicken not date marked inside reach in cooler at dry storage area. As per operator over 24 hours. Operator dated during inspection. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/7/2024 revealed 17 total violations (4 high priority, 4 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 5/13/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
4
Basic
9
Total
15
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on unit next to back door at kitchen.
- 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed on reach in cooler at dry storage area.
- 36-01-4:Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at kitchen area. Also at dry storage area.
- 08B-37-4:Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed raw tripe packages (frozen) in standing water and on floor at the back of the restaurant next to chest freezer., as per employee less than 30 minutes. Employee moved food. Corrected On-Site
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooked pork pot, a case of dry chiles and a case of raw meat on kitchen area, employee rearranged properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid.
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on reach in cooler at dry storage area.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw tripe packages (frozen) in standing water at the back of the restaurant, as per employee less than 30 minutes. Employee moved food. Corrected On-Site
- 21-09-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at kitchen area.
- 22-35-5:High Priority - Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.
- 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 steak (118F - Hot Holding) on preparation table, as per employee less than 1 hour, employee moved food to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty dishes inside front counter HWS, Corrected On-Site
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
- 53B-02-5: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. Observed training for Ingrid Chavez dated on 03/03/2024.
- 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 beef soup,cooked beans and cooked yellow rice not date marked inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. As per employee from previous day.
Food safety inspection conducted on 5/13/2024 revealed 15 total violations (2 high priority, 4 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 2/8/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
2
Total
5
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at reach in cooler next to back door. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: Still observed. **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior of white chest freezer at dry storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: Still observed. **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: 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. Observed no training for Ingrid, has been working over 60 days. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: Still observed no training for Ingrid. Admin Complaint
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Provided form during inspection. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/8/2024 revealed 5 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 12/5/2023
High Priority
4
Intermediate
4
Basic
6
Total
14
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage over preparation area.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board on preparation table.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed jalapeño container stored on storage floor. Manager removed items from the floor. Corrected On-Site
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in raw rice and raw beans containers at dry storage area. Employee stored properly. Corrected On-Site
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at reach in cooler next to back door.
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior of white chest freezer at dry storage area.
- 22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 25ppm) employee start to set up 3 compartment sink during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nopales stored in non-food grade bags inside white chest freezer at back storage.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (52F -Cold Holding) at tacos station. As per employee for 1 hour. Employee add ice to container during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 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 tripe soup (118F - Hot - Holding) tripe soup (200F - Reheating) also beef soup (117F - Hot Holding) employee proceeded to reheat food.at steam table in kitchen area **Corrective Action Taken**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards in kitchen area.
- 53B-02-5: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. Observed no training for Ingrid, has been working over 60 days.
- 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. Provided form during inspection.
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chlorine spray bottle not labeled at the front counter.
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/5/2023 revealed 14 total violations (4 high priority, 4 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 7/12/2023
High Priority
3
Intermediate
0
Basic
5
Total
8
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed wall vents soiled above mop sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Observed wall vents soiled above mop sink. **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed some floor tiles in disrepair at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Observed some floor tiles in disrepair at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf under preparation table soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Observed shelf under preparation table soiled. **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled at storage room. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled at storage room. **Time Extended**
- 36-30-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed wall not smooth, nonabsorbent between three compartment sink and mop sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Observed wall not smooth, nonabsorbent between three compartment sink and mop sink. **Time Extended**
- 22-41-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer solution at DM at 0 ppm. Operator was informed that they need to use the three compartment sink to sanitize. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Observed dishwasher machine chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm. Admin Complaint
- 08A-02-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked beef at reach in freezer located at storage area. And raw fish over vegetables at reach in freezer. Operator relocated the products. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Observed raw liver, raw fish stored over cooked beef at reach in cooler. Admin Complaint
- 03A-03-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs on preparation table at room temperature. As per manager for less than 30 minutes. Operator moved the shell eggs to the reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Observed shell eggs on preparation table at room temperature. As per manager for less than 30 minutes. Operator moved the shells eggs to the reach in cooler. Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/12/2023 revealed 8 total violations (3 high priority, 0 intermediate, 5 basic).