Wawa in Hialeah Gardens

Last inspected:

7878 Nw 103rd St, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33016

Part of: Wawa Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Wawa #5378 in Hialeah Gardens had 4 inspections on record between April 2022 and March 2025. The most recent inspection on March 18, 2025 identified a repeat cold-holding temperature violation: chicken and beef sausage patties were found at 43°F in the food processing area walk-in cooler, exceeding the 41°F maximum for time/temperature control for safety foods. The violation was corrected on site. Two prior focused inspections in 2023 and 2024 yielded no violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

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Wawa in Hialeah Gardens: FDACS Inspection History (4)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: TASHEKA EDMOND

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected.

Risk-Based Violations

3-501.16(A)(2) Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) PPRepeat
Food Processing Area: Chicken and Beef sausage patties found with internal temperature of 43 F. COS: Chicken and beef sausages were recently used, and were placed inside walk in cooler to cool to 41 F and below.

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11
Retail Area: Multiple cases of beverages stored directly on floor by register.
3-304.14(E) Container of chemical sanitizer solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between uses not stored off the floor, or not used in a manner that prevents contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, or single-service and single-use articles. 3-304.14(E)
Food Processing Area: Bucket of Sanitizer wipes stored on top of prep table.
5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Backroom Area: Men's hand sink outside of stall in disrepair other hand sink available for use in restroom.
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SIMEON CARRERO, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: GUISELLA URIBE, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: MICHELLE RODRIGUEZ

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· Met Requirements
Comments: All requests for a new food permit submitted January 1 through June 30, shall be assessed a permit fee per F.S. Chapter 500 and Rule 5K-4. All requests for a new food permit submitted July 1 through December 31, shall be assessed permit fees of fifty percent (50%) of the applicable fee per F.S. Chapter 500 and Rule 5K-4. Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the memo section of the check or money order. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, FDACS 14205 Rev. 07/13 Page 3 of 4 Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Division of Food Safety FOOD SAFETY INSPECTION REPORT NICOLE "NIKKI" FRIED COMMISSIONER Chapter 500, Florida Statutes (850) 245-5520 *99997182190109* Visit # 9999-7182-1901-09 Bureau of Food Inspection Attention: Business Center 3125 Conner Boulevard, C-26 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1650

Risk-Based Violations

Good Retail Practice Violations

Wawa in Hialeah Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wawa in Hialeah Gardens last inspected?
Wawa #5378 in Hialeah Gardens was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 18, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Wawa in Hialeah Gardens had?
Wawa #5378 in Hialeah Gardens has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Wawa in Hialeah Gardens find?
Wawa #5378 in Hialeah Gardens was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 18, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Wawa in Hialeah Gardens had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Wawa #5378 in Hialeah Gardens has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Wawa in Hialeah Gardens?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Wawa #5378 in Hialeah Gardens are: 3-501.16(A)(2): Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) P; 3-305.11: Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11; 3-304.14(E): Container of chemical sanitizer solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between uses not stored off the floor, or not used in a manner that prevents contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, or single-service and single-use articles. 3-304.14(E).

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