How many health inspections has MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT had?

MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT has had 19 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT ever been shut down?

No, MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT?

The most frequently cited violations at MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT are: Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT

1553 W 49 ST, Hialeah, FL 33012

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: BRICKELL YOGURT LLC · License: SEA2333328

MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT in Hialeah, FL has 19 inspections on record with 80 total violations (4.2 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

19Inspections

80Violations

0Closures

Data current as of October 11, 2024

Inspection History (19)

Oct 11, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 12, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Warning Issued

Sep 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Jul 7, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Nov 4, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 22, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 12, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Apr 14, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 21, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Aug 24, 2020 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 21, 2019 — Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 21, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Sep 16, 2019 — Complaint Partial· 5 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 29, 2019 — Complaint Partial· 6 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 13, 2019 — Routine - Food· 16 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 13, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 13, 2017 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Nov 13, 2017 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V38 Waste properly disposed

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 31, 2016 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

How Does This Facility Compare?

MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Miami-Dade County average of 0.08 closures per facility. It has averaged 4.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.07.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT had?: MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT has had 19 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT ever been shut down?: No, MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT?: The most frequently cited violations at MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT are: Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.

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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.

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