La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah
Last inspected:
3970 W 16 Ave, Hialeah, FL 33012La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah has been inspected 22 times since July 2022, accumulating 147 violations—an average of 6.7 violations per inspection, nearly 30 percent above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations are a persistent concern: hand washing and food contact surface violations appeared in multiple inspections across the record, as did chemical storage violations, which were cited in at least 7 inspections. Employee health policy violations were documented on at least two separate occasions. The most recent inspection on January 9, 2026 identified 12 violations including multiple high-priority findings for hand washing and food contact surfaces, though the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: April 28, 2026 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah: Emergency Closure History (1)
La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2026029949 | $400.00 | Apr 28, 2026 | Fort Lauderdale |
La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 4 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 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 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah last inspected?
- La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 25, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah last shut down?
- La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah was last shut down on April 28, 2026 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah had?
- La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah find?
- La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah was most recently inspected on June 25, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah ever been shut down?
- Yes, La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- Has La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has La Jato Restaurant in Hialeah been fined?
- La Jato Restaurant 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).
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.
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