EL REY DE LA FRITA
421 W 29 ST, HIALEAH, FL 330125700
License #2325706
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Mixed Health Record
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EL REY DE LA FRITA in HIALEAH currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 72 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has one inspection on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on August 14, 2026. Across those visits, DBPR recorded 18 total findings; InspectFL has detailed violation rows for 15 of them so far.
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What stands out in this inspection history
The latest inspection on August 14, 2026 shows 15 observation rows: 4 critical, 5 major, and 6 minor.
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Inspection History
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- Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
- [03A-03-5] Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed next to flat grill, as per operator less than 30 minutes, operator moved eggs to reach in cooler.
- [08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef steak stored above cut onions on standing unit at kitchen area.
- [11-27-4] Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
- [21-38-4] Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed at front under 3 compartment sink.
- [36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulated on vents at kitchen area.
- [53A-05-6] No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
- [14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on sugar container next to mixer at kitchen area.
- [41-15-5] Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +100ppm) at front counter.
- [22-42-4] Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm).
- [06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw burgers (frozen) on prepared table, operator moved to reach in cooler.
- [02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken soup prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not date marked in standing unit at kitchen area.
- [12B-13-4] Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal drink inside standing reach in freezer at kitchen area.
- [31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed clean cups inside hand wash sink at front counter.
- [10-08-5] Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter, operator stored properly during inspection.
- [14-14-4] Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed next to coffee station.
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