Polo Norte Ice Cream in Hialeah
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546 W 29 St, Hialeah, FL 330125712Polo Norte Ice Cream in Hialeah has accumulated 126 violations across 21 inspections since 2022, averaging 6.0 violations per inspection, slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations dominate the record, including recurring citations for approved food sources, food contact surface sanitation, employee health policy, proper hand and arm washing, and chemical storage. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 5 of the past 8 inspections, indicating a systemic failure to implement proper worker illness protocols. Approved food source violations—which suggest the facility obtained ingredients from unapproved suppliers or failed to verify supplier approval—were cited in 8 of 21 inspections, a pattern reflecting persistent sourcing compliance issues. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on February 26, 2026 identified 18 violations including multiple high-priority citations for approved food sources and food contact surfaces, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Polo Norte Ice Cream in Hialeah: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Polo Norte Ice Cream in Hialeah: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Polo Norte Ice Cream in Hialeah: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Polo Norte Ice Cream in Hialeah last inspected?
- Polo Norte Ice Cream in Hialeah was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Polo Norte Ice Cream in Hialeah?
- The most frequently cited violations at Polo Norte Ice Cream in Hialeah are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Polo Norte Ice Cream in Hialeah had?
- Polo Norte Ice Cream in Hialeah has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Polo Norte Ice Cream in Hialeah find?
- Polo Norte Ice Cream in Hialeah was most recently inspected on February 26, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Polo Norte Ice Cream in Hialeah ever been shut down?
- No, Polo Norte Ice Cream in Hialeah has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
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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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