Rey Cafeteria 1
Last inspected: Dec 2, 2025
78
Score
Going back to 2022, Rey Cafeteria 1 has nine inspections in the public record. Rey Cafeteria 1 was last inspected on Dec 2, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “clean glasses”, showing up three times.
Rey Cafeteria 1's latest score is in line with the Hialeah average of 76. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 2, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling inside bathroom soiled with water marks.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates on top preparation table not inverted, manager inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food at cook line. Employee swept floor clean during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
36-73-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw fish thawing in standing water inside metal container in preparation table. Coached employee on proper thawing method, Employee removed to 3 compartment sink and turned in running water to thaw. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
78
Jul 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Observed probe thermometer soiled with grease. Manager cleaned properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-12-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris inside handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink , employee cleaned properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed to go cup being used to dispense flour , manager discarded and replaced with proper container with handle during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed Ceiling on top front counter soiled with water marks.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean cooking utensils not inverted inside plastic container at preparation table. Manager inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing behind front counter. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with mashed potatoes powder not labeled on top of preparation table. Employee labeled properly. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
61
Dec 16, 2024
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
70
Jul 19, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
67
Mar 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed 3 compartment sink Chlorine 200+ Ppm Employee diluted sanitizer solution with more water. Chlorine sanitizer 100 Ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted at kitchen.
24-05-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle at kitchen .
10-20-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at kitchen above preparation tables and steamer, light tubes no shields.
38-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container no labeled. Manager labeled sugar container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
70
Jul 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored above raw tomato's inside reach in cooler, employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed marinated steak (49F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (51F - Cold Holding) as per employee less than 4 hours, employee add ice during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone stored over food in preparation table, employee removed during inspection.
40-06-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in kitchen area, employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
64
Feb 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored above unwashed veggies in reach in cooler in kitchen area. Managers stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed in coffee station.
14-14-4
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 form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen area. Manager restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - 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. Provided form during inspection.
11-26-1
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on both bathrooms. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed in shelve above preparation table. Manager discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone stored in shelves above preparation table. Manager rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed in screen door in kitchen area.
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in kitchen area.
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the front counter.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil and vinegar bottles not labeled with common name in kitchen area. Also sugar container at the front counter. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area.
36-02-5
35
Sep 27, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
32
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rey Cafeteria 1 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rey Cafeteria 1 on file is from Dec 2, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rey Cafeteria 1?
Across the inspection record, “clean glasses” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Rey Cafeteria 1.
How does Rey Cafeteria 1 compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Rey Cafeteria 1 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Rey Cafeteria 1's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Rey Cafeteria 1 have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Rey Cafeteria 1 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Rey Cafeteria 1 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rey Cafeteria 1 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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