Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah
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395 E 10 St, Hialeah, FL 33010Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah has accumulated 130 violations across 20 inspections dating back to October 2021, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection — more than 25% above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Food contact surface violations appeared in 7 inspections, chemical storage violations in 6 inspections, and management awareness issues in 3 inspections, indicating recurring systemic failures in sanitation and chemical handling protocols. Hand washing violations were documented in at least 3 separate inspections. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. A warning was issued following the November 7, 2025 inspection, which documented 30 violations including two high-priority violations for management awareness and employee health reporting. The most recent inspection on February 3, 2026 resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition after 9 violations were cited.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections38 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah last inspected?
- Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah had?
- Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah find?
- Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah was most recently inspected on July 24, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah ever been shut down?
- No, Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
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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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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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