La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah

Last inspected:

2570 W 12 Ave, Hialeah, FL 33010
Overview

LA FIESTA CAFETERIA in Hialeah has received 23 inspections since 2022, documenting 145 violations—averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has accumulated three disciplinary actions totaling $1,060 in fines. High-priority violations have included improper cooking temperatures (cited in multiple inspections), food contact surface contamination, and food in good condition issues. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. A fire safety violation was documented on November 4, 2020, when marked exits and paths to exits were blocked by chairs and an old appliance. The most recent inspection on October 3, 2025 resulted in six violations (one high-priority, one intermediate, one basic) with the disposition "Inspection Completed - No Further Action."

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
145Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$1,060in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 6.3 violations / inspection 6.3 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,060.00

Disciplinary action history for La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2022005950 $440.00 Dec 28, 2021 Tampa
1--2021042310 $300.00 Jul 15, 2021 Miami (Doral)
1--2021010817 $320.00 Jan 13, 2021 Fort Lauderdale

La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed chairs, old appliances and electrical equipment stored on the floor in front on the exit door.

La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 4 inspections8 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections14 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections5 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 6 inspections34 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 2 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued

La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah: Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah last inspected?
La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 3, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah?
The most frequently cited violations at La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah are: Proper cooking temps, Proper sewage disposal, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah had?
La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah find?
La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah was most recently inspected on October 3, 2025 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah ever been shut down?
No, La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
Has La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah had any fire safety violations?
Yes, La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,060.00 in fines.
How much has La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah been fined?
La Fiesta Cafeteria in Hialeah has been fined a total of $1,060.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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