Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah
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4290 E 4 Ave, Hialeah, FL 33013Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah has accumulated 586 violations across 37 inspections since 2016, averaging 15.8 violations per inspection—more than triple the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once on October 1, 2018 for flies. High-priority violations have appeared persistently across the record, including recurring hand-washing violations (cited in at least 8 of the most recent 10 inspections), shell stock requirement violations, employee health policy violations, and time-as-a-control violations. On January 22, 2025, an administrative complaint was recommended following a routine inspection that found 9 violations including high-priority violations for hand-washing, approved food source, shell stock requirements, food contact surfaces, time as a control, and consumer advisory. The most recent inspection on March 16, 2026 resulted in a warning issued after 24 violations were found, including high-priority violations for hand-washing, approved food source, shell stock requirements, and consumer advisory. A disciplinary action with $400 in fines was issued. Fire safety violations including a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone and scorch marks around an electrical outlet were documented in prior years.
Most recent closure: October 1, 2018 for flies.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
15.8
violations / inspection
15.8 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah: Emergency Closure History (1)
Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018051652 | $400.00 | Oct 1, 2018 | Tampa |
Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2018-10-24: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 47-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Prep room.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-08-16: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-08-17: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections31 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections36 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 8 inspections68 violations · 37 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections53 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 1 inspection15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah last inspected?
- Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 16, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- When was Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah last shut down?
- Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah was last shut down on October 1, 2018 for flies. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah?
- The most frequently cited violations at Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah had?
- Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 15.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah find?
- Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah was most recently inspected on March 16, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah ever been shut down?
- Yes, Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah been fined?
- Fruteria Latin Proud in Hialeah has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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