OSCAR CAFE

Name: OSCAR CAFE
Address: 710 W 20 ST, HIALEAH, FL, 330102430, US
Rating: 30.5

710 W 20 ST, HIALEAH, FL 330102430

License #2303118

☕ Café/Breakfast ℹ️

30.5 Grade F / 100

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September 17, 2026 · 8 findings · 2 critical

Routine - Food

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OSCAR CAFE in HIALEAH currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 30.5 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 10 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on September 17, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 108 total violations — 21 critical, 14 major, 73 minor.

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The latest inspection on September 17, 2026 shows 8 observation rows: 2 critical, 0 major, and 6 minor.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Ham and cheese empanada (107F - Hot Holding); Chicken empanada (114F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding unit at front counter. As per operator for less than 3 hours. Employee removed to reheat in the oven Ham and cheese empanada (150F - Hot Holding); Chicken empanada (142F - Hot Holding)
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting boards on top of reach in cooler next to stove at kitchen area.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed salt container with bacon old label on top of preparation table next to stove at kitchen area.
[29-34-4] Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on hose bibb located under hand wash sink at kitchen area.
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Raw beef (42F - Cold Holding) thawing in standing water inside container at walk in cooler. As per employee for less than 2 hour. Employee removed it from standing water and stored inside walk in cooler at the time of inspection.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside white chest freezer in front of back door at storage area at kitchen area.
[14-73-4] No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at kitchen area.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on top of reach in cooler next to stove at kitchen area.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled on preparation table at kitchen area.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler and reach in freezers gaskets soiled at kitchen area.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled in front of walk in cooler at kitchen area.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls all around kitchens area and front counter soiled.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of cutting board at kitchen area.
[41-07-4] Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on shelf on top of preparation table at kitchen area.
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice machine at front counter.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Employee removed and discarded during inspection.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse and jacket on top of reach in cooler at front counter. Operator removed and stored properly during inspection.
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint at front counter.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at kitchen area.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled behind equipments at front counter.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed oil cases stored on the floor next to chest freezers at kitchen area.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezers and chest freezers outside of walk in cooler.
[08A-17-6] Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw poultry stored on top of chicken nuggets inside cheeps freezer at kitchen area. Employee stored properly during inspection.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cheese sticks (126F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding unit at front counter. As per operator for less than 1 hour. Operator fried to reheat Cheese Sticks (167F - Reheating).
[16-43-4] Test kit for measuring the concentration of the sanitizing solution not used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions or employee unaware of proper use Observed chlorine test kit expired 10/2021.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed clean utensils stored in standing water at 98F next to orange juice machine at front counter.
[33-11-4] Missing drain plug at dumpster.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed chest freezers interior soiled outside of walk in cooler.
[33-16-4] Open dumpster lid.
[25-32-4] Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed single service plastic crackers containers reused. Employee discarded at the time of inspection.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed sliced ham and cheese, white rice, white cheese and blocked ham no covered at walk in cooler.
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken tender bag (Frozen) thawing next to walk in cooler. Operator stored inside walk in cooler for proper procedure.
[22-16-4] Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with food debris.
[41-07-4] Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine products stored on top of reach in cooler unit next to stove.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cheese at shelf inside walk in cooler.
[02C-01-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked rice with no date marked. As per operator was prepared more than 24 hours.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed liquid margarine containers stored underneath prep table at kitchen area. Also a beans container stored at walk in cooler floor.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside reach in freezers next walk in cooler at kitchen area.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door next to mop sink at kitchen area.
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with mold- like substance at front counter.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside Wheat container next to orange juice machine at front counter. Operator removed it during inspection.
[50-09-4] Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees purses stored above coffee packages at front counter.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Milk (74F - Cold Holding) next to orange juice machine at front counter. As per operator for approximately 2 hours. Operator stored inside reach in cooler for proper cooling.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cheese Tequenos (108F - Hot Holding) at hot holding unit at front counter. As per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator increased temperature of hot holding unit.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed next to triple sink at kitchen area.
[02B-02-5] Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided sign to operator.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[12B-12-5] Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking from a bottle water. Instructed operator to use cup covered with straw.
[16-13-5] Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed bags of onions, cases of raw shell eggs on walk in cooler floor.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
[33-16-4] Open dumpster lid.
[29-11-4] Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under hand sink.
[12A-16-4] Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employees getting in the kitchen from the street and started cooking beef without washing hands. Instructed operator regarding the hand washing procedure.
[12A-27-4] Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employees cracked raw shell eggs and touched clean utensils without changed her gloves.
[09-01-4] Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employees cut tomatoes, lettuce without wearing a gloves. Instructed operator regarding the bare hand contact with no AOP.
[12A-02-4] Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server picked up dirty plate from customers than touched clean dishes. Instructed operator regarding the hand washing procedure.
[03A-03-5] Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Operator placed inside walk in cooler.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed employees cut tomatoes, lettuce without wearing a gloves. Instructed operator regarding the bare hand contact with no AOP
[53B-13-5] Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Maritza Quezada.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Operator removed it.
[50-09-4] Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed oil container underneath of preparation table.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hand wash sink soiled, walk in cooler covered fan.
[33-16-4] Open dumpster lid.
[29-08-4] Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot water faucet in disrepair on three compartment sink.
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork, beef thawing at room temperature. Operator placed inside reach in cooler.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on top of preparation table.
[21-09-4] Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
[22-12-5] Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Operator cleaned it during inspection.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beans (130°F - Hot Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator reheated at 165°F.
[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.
[11-26-1] No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap was replaced during inspection.
[53B-13-5] Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Name employees Katia,Reina, Brenda, with more than 2 months of been hired.
[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 cooked hot dogs, Moro, cooked beef, was cooked from more than 24 hours as per operator, without date marked.

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