Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah

Last inspected:

395 E 10 St, Hialeah, FL 33010
Overview

Hakuna 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.

21Inspections
136Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 6.5 violations / inspection 6.5 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.71 violations / inspection 6.71 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

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
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections38 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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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