Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah
Last inspected:
652 East 9 St, Hialeah, FL 330104552Tropical 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.
Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
14.2
violations / inspection
14.2 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
Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| N/A | Roach activity | 08:05:00 |
Tropical Cafeteria 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 Cafeteria 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 Cafeteria in Hialeah: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection12 violations · 10 high priority
— 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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Intermediate Violations
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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 Cafeteria in Hialeah: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah last inspected?
- Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah last shut down?
- Tropical Cafeteria 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 Cafeteria in Hialeah?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah had?
- Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 14.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah find?
- Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah was most recently inspected on February 13, 2026 with 16 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah ever been shut down?
- Yes, Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- Has Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah been fined?
- Tropical Cafeteria in Hialeah has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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