Smoothie Spot Hialeah

3520 W 18 Ave, Suite 100, Hialeah, FL 33012
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026
43
Score
High Risk

Smoothie Spot Hialeah has been inspected 11 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 26, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 13 violations to closer to nine violations per visit over the last few inspections.

“Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing eight times across the record.

Compared to other Hialeah restaurants (averaging 76), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

11
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 26, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over salad mix inside reach in cooler. Operator stored raw salmon in a different shelf away from salad mix. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed shell eggs stored over box of unwashed avocados. Operator stored shell eggs above raw chicken away from unwashed vegetables. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at smoothie statin sink **Repeat Violation**
29-37-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on hand sink front counter area. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed inside walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in freezer.
36-36-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles on the floor through out the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed juices and bucket with sauce stored on the floor inside walk in cooler. Manager stored food items six inches above above the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at front counter Single serve containers not inverted. Operator inverted single serve containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed protein powder containers and sugar not labeled.
02D-01-5
43
Oct 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at preparation sink next to ice machine at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: Observed at preparation sink next to ice machine at front counter. **Time Extended**
29-37-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at HWS sink next to three compartment sink. Operator provided paper towels. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: Observed at HWS sink next to three compartment sink. Operator provided paper towels. **Time Extended**
31B-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed at preparation table next to standing reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: **Time Extended**
14-45-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: Observed throughout kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean containers stored on the floor next to HWS across from standing reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: Observed clean containers stored on the floor next to HWS across from standing reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
24-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: Observed throughout kitchen and storage areas.. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at HWS at front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: Observed at HWS at front counter. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
61
Aug 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at smoothie statin sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-37-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cilantro stored ins thank you bags. Operator stored cilantro on clear food grade bags. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic lids inside hand wash Sink at kitchen. Employee removed lids from inside hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - 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/ Observed no manager certified present at time of inspection. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no Employee training for Gysneli Basterrechea, Dianilis Garcia, anisley Luna, and GedanaAlvarez hired over six months ago. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-06-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at kitchen green cutting board grooved. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles on the floor through out the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter hand sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed by front counter. Operator stored sanitizer solution 6 inches ab the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-38-4
43
Dec 18, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tuna salad (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding) at front counter. As per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator placed the tuna salad and shredded cheese on ice. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at preparation sink next to ice machine at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-37-4
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed in kitchen area. As per operator for 2 hours. Operator placed the container on ice. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bottles of hand soap and container lids in HWS across from standing reach in cooler. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at front counter coffee station. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-14-4
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed assorted cookies and cakes at front counter without minimum labeling. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-02-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at HWS sink next to three compartment sink. Operator provided paper towels. **Warning**
31B-05-4
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 expired certifications for all employees. Certifications expired 08/2024. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed at preparation table next to standing reach in cooler. **Warning**
14-45-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean containers stored on the floor next to HWS across from standing reach in cooler. **Warning**
24-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone on preparation table next to reach in cooler. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of carrots stored on the floor in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop in protein powder container at front counter smoothie station. **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at HWS at front counter. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucets at HWS at front counter not working. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a box of single service cups stored on the floor across from men's bathroom. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation table next to standing reach in cooler. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar at front counter coffee station not labeled. **Warning**
02D-01-5
19
Jul 12, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed on vegetable sink at smoothie station. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed on vegetable sink at smoothie station. **Time Extended**
29-37-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed avocados toast with sunny side eggs not identified on menu. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: Observed avocados toast with sunny side eggs not identified on menu. **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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/ Observed 5 employees no CFM present during inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: Observed 5 employees no CFM present during inspection. **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed no grad brush at coffee station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed no grad brush at coffee station. **Time Extended**
14-14-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - One-compartment sink used for warewashing. Observed vegetable washing sink at smoothie station used for ware washing. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: One-compartment sink used for warewashing. Observed vegetable washing sink at smoothie station used for ware washing. **Time Extended**
16-28-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed cookies and cakes at front counter without proper labeling , missing ingredients, address and name of business. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed cookies and cakes at front counter without proper labeling , missing ingredients, address and name of business. Cookies and cakes no labeled. **Time Extended**
02D-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at men's bathroom and kitchen areas ceiling tile missing. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: Observed at men's bathroom and kitchen areas ceiling tile missing. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing throughout preparation area and front counter area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: Observed tiles missing throughout preparation area and front counter area. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign a **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: Observed no handwashing sign at front counter hand wash sink. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
45
Jul 11, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
29
Mar 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at juice station. **Repeat Violation**
29-37-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Bottles of dressings no date labeled after opening, according to manager open the day before at 09:30 am.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink next to mop sink. Employee provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed no food grade brush used at coffee station. **Repeat Violation**
14-14-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed 10/01/2023 Manager printed and displayed current license. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed by men bathroom ceiling tile missing.
36-36-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed trough out preparation and storage areas.Tiles missing. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
55
Aug 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
35
Aug 30, 2023
Routine - Food
8 critical violations. 8 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked mushrooms (110F - Hot Holding); sweet potatoes (110F - Hot Holding); ground turkey (135F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (127F - Hot Holding); cooked beef (127F - Cold Holding) at steam tables in front counter. Prepare 2 hours ago according to manager. Employee took cooked mushrooms, sweet potatoes cooked chicken, and cooked beef to the kitchen to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pico de gallo (56F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (56F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (55F - Cold Holding) located at front counter. Placed about 1 hour ago. Employee put ice to food containers to cool dawn. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 dented corn cans in storage shelve. Manager discarded dented cans. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed smoked salmon over unwashed vegetables inside walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 3 dented corn cans stored on shelves. Manager discarded cans. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Spray hose at prep sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at juice preparation station sink. **Warning**
29-37-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touching phone and then proceeded to food prep. Operator was advised of correct glove use and hand washing procedures. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon over garlic paste. Operator rearranged the products and stored smoked salmon under ready to eat foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket inside hand wash sink across prep table **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon not identified as raw in menu. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed across prep table. **Warning**
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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed across prep table. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed no basting brush at coffee station. **Warning**
14-14-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed inside walk in cooler containers with cooked lentils, ground beef and marinated raw chicken according to manager prepared the day before no date labeled. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed cold water faucet No working at hand wash sink by front counter. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service containers not inverted at front counter. Operator inverted the containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen area. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed groove cutting board at prep table. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of lime juice stored on walk in freezer floors. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed Ice buildup in walk-in freezer **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoops with handles inside protein powders at smoothie station. **Warning**
10-06-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
8
Feb 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
55
Aug 29, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on front counter steam table cooked beef (122F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (118F - Hot Holding); cooked ground Turkey (130F - Hot Holding) per operator has been there approximately 1 hour, operator returned to the stove and reheated to 1175F. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside the walk in cooler.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink by front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink by front counter. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed car key store on top of microwave in the kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with sugar inside by front counter not properly identified by name.
02D-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink by front counter.
31B-04-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxed of raw shrimp stored inside walk in freezer floor.
08B-47-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked by font counter.
36-17-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in-freezer fast disrepair.
14-11-5
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Smoothie Spot Hialeah last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Smoothie Spot Hialeah on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Smoothie Spot Hialeah?

Across the inspection record, “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Smoothie Spot Hialeah.

How does Smoothie Spot Hialeah compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?

Smoothie Spot Hialeah most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.

Has Smoothie Spot Hialeah's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Smoothie Spot Hialeah have averaged around nine violations per visit, down from roughly 13 earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Smoothie Spot Hialeah means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Smoothie Spot Hialeah inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Smoothie Spot Hialeah is inspected around three times per year on average.