La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens
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8074 Nw 103 St Bay 5, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33016La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens has averaged 9.9 violations per inspection across 23 inspections since 2022, nearly double Florida's statewide average of 5.2 per inspection. High-priority violations have been cited in 17 of 23 inspections, with recurring patterns including employee health policy violations (cited in at least 8 inspections), proper hand and arm washing failures (cited in at least 6 inspections), consumer advisory violations (cited in at least 9 inspections), and food contact surface violations (cited in at least 6 inspections). The facility also received a formal warning on December 5, 2024 following an inspection that documented 9 violations including improper cooking temperatures, shell stock requirements failures, and food contact surface violations. A single disciplinary action totaling $160 has been assessed. The most recent inspection on November 6, 2025 identified 12 violations including four high-priority findings related to employee health reporting, consumer advisories, and hand washing failures, with the disposition recorded as Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2020041887 | $160.00 | Aug 17, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections14 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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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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La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens last inspected?
- La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens had?
- La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens find?
- La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens was most recently inspected on April 17, 2026 with 15 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens ever been shut down?
- No, La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens been fined?
- La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has La Estrella Cafe & Restaurant in Hialeah Gardens operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: La Estrella #2 (2019).
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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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