Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah
Last inspected:
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.
Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections38 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
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 February 3, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah had?
- Hakuna Matata Restaurant in Hialeah has had 20 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 February 3, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- What does Florida violation V42 (Equipment condition) mean?
- Violation 42 (Equipment condition) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/42.
Nearby Establishments to Hakuna Matata Restaurant
Poor Inspection Records Near Hialeah
Stories You May Have Missed Hialeah
Hialeah Seafood Spot Racked Up 9 High-Severity Violations, Stayed Open
Pacifico in Hialeah logged 9 high-severity violations April 30, including food from unapproved sources and no shellfish …
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with Hakuna Matata Restaurant. How we collect and verify this data.