Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah

Last inspected:

3580 W 18 Ave Ste 110, Hialeah, FL 33012
Overview

Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah has a pattern of recurring food safety violations across 14 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection, significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on July 1, 2021 for roach and rodent activity. Employee health policy violations appeared in 7 inspections, handwashing violations in 5 inspections, and improper food source approvals in 5 inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Fire safety violations were cited on January 26, 2026 and December 18, 2024 for use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors and smoke with no hood suppression system installed. The most recent inspection on January 26, 2026 found 18 violations (3 high-priority, 2 intermediate, 1 basic) and was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: July 1, 2021 for roach & rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

14Inspections
106Violations
1Closures
2Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 7.6 violations / inspection 7.6 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah
DateReasonReopened
Roach & rodent activity 12:33:00

Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2021030440 $400.00 Jul 1, 2021 Fort Lauderdale

Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed small fryer on top of prep table at kitchen, no hood.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed small fryer on prep table not under a hood suppression system.

Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah: Full Inspection History — DBPR (14)

— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah last inspected?
Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah last shut down?
Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah was last shut down on July 1, 2021 for roach & rodent 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 Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah?
The most frequently cited violations at Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah had?
Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah has had 14 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah find?
Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah was most recently inspected on January 26, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah ever been shut down?
Yes, Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
Has Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah been fined?
Los Caringas Latin American Food in Hialeah has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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