Sunoco in Hialeah

Last inspected:

2890 Palm Ave, Hialeah, FL 33010

Part of: Sunoco Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Sunoco convenience store in Hialeah was operating without a valid food permit when inspected on March 30, 2026 and received three stop-use orders for unsanitary equipment and warewashing facility violations. The inspection documented 11 violations including no hot water available at handwashing sinks or the three-compartment sink, a three-compartment sink not accessible due to counter top covering, individually packaged food items (Ritz crackers and Oreos cookies) not properly labeled for individual sale, and no written procedures for employees to follow during vomiting or diarrheal events. The facility was directed to submit payment for a food permit within 10 days and to provide hot water at all required sinks within 30 days. Individually packaged cookies were removed from consumer reach during the inspection.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
11Violations
3Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS:

Sunoco in Hialeah: FDACS Inspection History (1)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 11 violations· 3 stop-sale orders· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: CARIDAD DELGADO, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Guidance for the Written Procedures for Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events document provided. The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Electronic online payment by credit card or e-check is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted but must be made payable to FDACS

Risk-Based Violations

3-302.11(A)(4) Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered containers or wrappings. 3-302.11(A)(4)
Backroom Area: Sugar next to coffee machine not covered. COS: Sugar was covered during inspection.
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
The establishment does not have a policy in place for proper response to vomit or diarrheal events. Guidance for Written Procedures for the Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events provided via Email.
5-202.12(A) Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) PfPf
Backroom Area: Hot water not available at hand wash sink next to coffee machine. Restroom Area: Hot water not available inside employee restroom. Establishment has 30 days to provide hot water inside employee restroom, hand wash sink and 3 compartment sink. See comments.
3-201.11(C) Packaged food not labeled from the source as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101, 9 CFR 317, and 9 CFR 381. 3-201.11(C) PfPf
Retail Area: Individually packaged ritz crackers and oreos cookies not labeled for individual sale. COS: Cookies were removed from consumer reach during the inspection.

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11
Retail Area: Multiple cases of water stored directly on floor inside. COS: All cases were removed from the floor during the inspection.
4-301.12(A)-(C) Sink with at least 3 compartments, that are large enough to accommodate immersion of the largest equipment or utensil, not provided for manually washing, rinsing, and sanitizing equipment and utensils; or a warewashing machine or alternative equipment as specified in the Food Code not used for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing equipment or utensils that are too large for the warewashing sink. 4-301.12(A)-(C) Pf
Backroom Area: Counter top covering 3- compartment sink not accessible. Stop use order issued. See order
5-103.11 Water source and system not of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands, or hot water generation and distribution system not sufficient to meet peak hot water demands throughout the establishment. 5-103.11 Pf
No hot water available at the establishment at the time of the visit. Stop use order issued. See order
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Backroom: Cover not available for trash receptacle inside employee restroom.
5-501.11 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113
Outdoor: Dumpster not covered with lid at time of visit.
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. See comments. o
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit and has not met all permitting requirements. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2) F.A.C. o A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Physical Facilities: Hot and cold water available; under pressure. Comments:

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STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, and used; test strips. Comments: Print Date: 3/30/2026 Page 1 of 3

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STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, and used; test strips. Comments: Print Date: 3/30/2026 Page 2 of 3 When the department or its duly authorized agent finds, or has probable cause to believe, that any food or food-processing equipment is in violation of this chapter or any rule adopted under this chapter so as to be dangerous, unwholesome, fraudulent, or insanitary within the meaning of this chapter, an agent of the department may issue and enforce a stop-sale, stop-use, removal, or hold order, which order gives notice that such article or processing equipment is, or is suspected of being, in violation and has been detained or embargoed and which order warns all persons not to remove, use, or dispose of such article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise until permission for removal, use, or disposal is given by the department or the court. It is unlawful for any person to remove, use, or dispose of such detained or embargoed article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise without such permission in accordance with 500.172 (1) Florida Statutes. AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ORDERS, NOTICES, AND REPORTS IN THIS SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT If you wish to contest the Department's action, you have the right to request an administrative hearing to be conducted in accordance with Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes and to be represented by counsel or other qualified representative. Your request for hearing must contain: 1. Your name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number (if any). 2. The name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number of your attorney or qualified representative (if any) upon whom service of pleadings and other papers shall be made. 3. A statement that you are requesting an administrative hearing and dispute the material facts alleged by the department, in which case you must identify the material facts that are in dispute (formal hearing), or that you request an administrative hearing and that you do not dispute the facts alleged by the department (informal hearing). 4. A statement of when (date) you received the Notice and the file number of this Notice. Your request for a hearing must be received at the address shown on this Notice within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of this Notice. If you fail to obtain a Release from this Notice or fail to request an administrative hearing within the twenty-one (21) day deadline you waive your right to a hearing and the Department may enter a Final Order imposing up to the maximum penalties as authorized by Florida Law. HEARING WAIVER AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS Ibrahim Brown I, _____________________________________________________ the person in charge of Sunoco hereby waive a notice and a hearing as provided in Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and waive all rights as provided on the last page of this report. ____________________________________________ (Signature) ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this document. (Signature of FDACS Representative) (Signature of Representative) CARIDAD DELGADO, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST IBRAHIM BROWN, PERSON IN CHARGE Print Name and Title FDACS-14325 Rev. 07/13 Print Date: 3/30/2026 Page 3 of 3

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Sunoco in Hialeah: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (3)

Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.

FDACS stop-sale and stop-use orders for Sunoco in Hialeah
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Physical Facilities: Hot and cold water available; under pressure. Comments…
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Warewashing facilities: installed, mai…
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Warewashing facilities: installed, mai…

Sunoco in Hialeah: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sunoco in Hialeah last inspected?
Sunoco in Hialeah was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 30, 2026. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection.
How many inspections has Sunoco in Hialeah had?
Sunoco in Hialeah has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Sunoco in Hialeah find?
Sunoco in Hialeah was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 30, 2026 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection).
Has Sunoco in Hialeah had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, Sunoco in Hialeah has 3 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Sunoco in Hialeah?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Sunoco in Hialeah are: 5-202.12(A): Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) Pf; 3-201.11(C): Packaged food not labeled from the source as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101, 9 CFR 317, and 9 CFR 381. 3-201.11(C) Pf; 3-302.11(A)(4): Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered containers or wrappings. 3-302.11(A)(4).

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