Don Matias Cafe in Hialeah Gardens
Last inspected:
8014 Nw 103 St, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33016Don Matias Cafe, a 49-seat permanent food service establishment in Hialeah Gardens, has accumulated 230 violations across 23 inspections dating to at least 2023, averaging 10.0 violations per inspection — nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent: handwashing procedure failures appeared in 5 of the last 8 inspections; food contact surface violations were cited in every inspection reviewed; employee health policy violations occurred in at least 6 inspections; and time-as-a-control violations (improper use of time instead of temperature to keep food safe) were documented in 4 inspections. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on January 13, 2026 documented 27 violations including three high-priority findings (handwashing procedures, shell stock requirements, and food contact surfaces) and was completed with no further action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Don Matias Cafe in Hialeah Gardens: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Don Matias Cafe in Hialeah Gardens: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections27 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Don Matias Cafe in Hialeah Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Don Matias Cafe in Hialeah Gardens last inspected?
- Don Matias Cafe in Hialeah Gardens was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Don Matias Cafe in Hialeah Gardens?
- The most frequently cited violations at Don Matias Cafe in Hialeah Gardens are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Don Matias Cafe in Hialeah Gardens had?
- Don Matias Cafe in Hialeah Gardens has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Don Matias Cafe in Hialeah Gardens find?
- Don Matias Cafe in Hialeah Gardens was most recently inspected on January 13, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Don Matias Cafe in Hialeah Gardens ever been shut down?
- No, Don Matias Cafe in Hialeah Gardens has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V07 (No bare hand contact) mean?
- Violation 07 (No bare hand contact) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/07.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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