Rainbow Cafeteria
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
61
Score
Across the available record, Rainbow Cafeteria has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 17, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
“Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Hialeah average 76, so Rainbow Cafeteria trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed floor cleaning spray bottle not identified at front counter. Employee identified it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - 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. Provided to operator during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside reach in coolers all around kitchen area.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw chicken container no covered inside reach in cooler next to three compartment sink at kitchen area. Employee covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside chest freezers at kitchen area.
14-69-4
61
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over whole lettuce inside reach in cooler at kitchen. Operator properly rearranged. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed for Emeria Romero expired on 6/2/25. **Warning**
53A-03-7
78
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked Chicken, yellow rice, and rice and beans with no date marking. As per employee food was prepared 24 hours before the inspection.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Dania with expired food employee handle training.
53B-05-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ice buildup in chest freezer, located at dry storage.
14-69-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior has accumulation of soil residues, located at dry storage.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at dry storage.
14-33-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
64
Sep 5, 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. During the inspection operator cleaned it.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between the three compartments sink and the wall. Operator removed them. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-17-4
86
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
50
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Repeat Violation**
11-07-5
Intermediate - 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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed Kitchen nice between one and three compartment sink.
10-17-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken being thawed in room temperature.
06-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
47
Dec 22, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Inside Reach in freezer.
14-31-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed kitchen utensils stored between wall and 3 compartment sink.
10-17-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rainbow Cafeteria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rainbow Cafeteria on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rainbow Cafeteria?
Across the inspection record, “wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Rainbow Cafeteria.
How does Rainbow Cafeteria compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Rainbow Cafeteria most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Rainbow Cafeteria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rainbow Cafeteria have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Rainbow Cafeteria 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 Rainbow Cafeteria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rainbow Cafeteria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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