Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah
Last inspected:
652 E 9 St, Hialeah, FL 33010Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah has accumulated 413 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 14.2 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. A 2017 fire safety inspection documented a portable fire extinguisher with a gauge in the red zone. The facility has received one disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines. Top recurring violations include food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and proper ventilation issues.
Most recent closure: December 31, 1969 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
14.8
violations / inspection
14.8 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.71
violations / inspection
6.71 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.14
closures / facility
0.14 county average
Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| N/A | Roach activity | 08:05:00 |
Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017032707 | $400.00 | Jul 7, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
In hood system
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 4 inspections46 violations · 31 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 21 violations (14 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections39 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections36 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah last inspected?
- Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 3, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah last shut down?
- Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah was last shut down on December 31, 1969 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 Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah had?
- Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 14.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah find?
- Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah was most recently inspected on September 3, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah ever been shut down?
- Yes, Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
- Has Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah been fined?
- Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Tropical Cafeteria (2017).
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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.
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