Annabella Cafe
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
55
Score
Annabella Cafe appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 15, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around five violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited four times.
Restaurants in Hialeah average 76, so Annabella Cafe trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored inside non food grade bags inside reach in freezer at storage area.
14-31-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink at main entrance. Operator provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chlorine spray bottle no label inside storage unit next to mop sink at kitchen area. Operator labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside ice machine interior.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting inside metal container on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Operator dry nesting during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Observed at storage area next to bathroom.
36-62-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler at storage area.
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container not identified under preparation table at kitchen area. Operator identified and labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
55
Sep 16, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pans in the kitchen not inverted. Operator placed pans properly inverted on shelves. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put the hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed scoop from the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Employee removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
82
Jun 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen hand washing sink used as a dump sink operator cleaned sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed kitchen hand washing sink faucet leaking.
29-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer with ice buildup.
14-69-4
82
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
90
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the establishment.
36-34-5
86
May 15, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Front counter area.
36-34-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. By cooler area.
36-24-5
86
Feb 6, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles broken located in the coolers area located.
36-17-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled in the front area.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under oven soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop inside of the ice machine touching the ice. Operator took scoop out and washed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
82
Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach cooler gasket soiled located in the back area.
23-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of the oven soiled.
22-08-4
90
Jun 20, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
86
Mar 14, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled located in the back area.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
86
Oct 18, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Annabella Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Annabella Cafe on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Annabella Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Annabella Cafe.
How does Annabella Cafe compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Annabella Cafe most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Annabella Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Annabella Cafe have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Annabella Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Annabella Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Annabella Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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