Hialeah, Miami-Dade County

SIMON CAFETERIA

1001 E 52 ST, Hialeah, FL 33013

FoodSeating
Latest violations
6
2 Intermediate
Jan 26, 2026
City
Hialeah
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
15

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Jan 26, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 6

31A-11-4

Detail 24322925

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside handwashing at cook line. Employee cleaned during inspection. Corrected On-Site

31B-03-4

Detail 24322922

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee provided during inspection. Corrected On-Site

50-01-4

Detail 24322923

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on vending machine.

10-08-5

Detail 24322921

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop inside ice machine. Employee removed washed and stored on top clean plate on top of ice machine. Corrected On-Site

22-16-4

Detail 24322920

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler behind front counter soiled with food debris, employee cleaned during inspection. Corrected On-Site

14-55-4

Detail 24322924

Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Manager discarded during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Sep 18, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 4Basic: 2Total: 6

31A-11-4

Detail 24045173

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic clean yellow gloves inside handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31B-02-4

Detail 24045170

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee provided during inspection. Corrected On-Site

02D-02-4

Detail 24045172

Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed plastic container with sugar not labeled behind front counter. Employee labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site

41-17-4

Detail 24045175

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with vinegar and water not labeled behind front counter. Employee labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site

22-08-4

Detail 24045171

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with food debris at cookline, employee cleaned during inspection. Corrected On-Site

22-16-4

Detail 24045174

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with orange juice, employee cleaned during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Jan 27, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 7

41-27-4

Detail 23502324

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) 2nd ; Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm). Behind front counter, employee added water to proper ppm. Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 23502321

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed clean coffee cups inside handwashing sink. Behind front counter, employee removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site

33-11-4

Detail 23502326

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.

12B-13-4

Detail 23502322

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee open soda bottle inside reach in cooler behind front counter. Employee discarded during inspection. Corrected On-Site

22-16-4

Detail 23502323

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris behind front counter , employee cleaned reach in cooler properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

06-01-5

Detail 23502325

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in standing water inside 3 compartment sink, manager turn on water for thawing during inspection. Corrected On-Site

21-12-4

Detail 23502320

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping towel on top preparation tables behind front counter, employee removed and stored properly inside sanitizing bucket. Corrected On-Site

Aug 27, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 6

08A-02-6

Detail 23099100

High Priority - Unwashed vegetables stored over or with ready-to-eat food in reach in cooler. Observed unwashed vegetables stored on top of RTE food at reach in cooler in kitchen area. Employee removed and stored it properly. Corrected On-Site

31B-03-4

Detail 23099101

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no handwashing soap handwashing sink at front counter, manager provided soap during inspection. Corrected On-Site

13-03-4

Detail 23099102

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without a hair restraint, manager provided hair net during inspection. Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 23099099

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of sugar being stored on the floor next to front 3 compartment sink. Manager removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

36-24-5

Detail 23099103

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on the wall at office area .

12B-13-4

Detail 23099104

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee bottle water inside reach in cooler behind front counter. Employee removed bottle water and stored properly. Corrected On-Site

May 14, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 6

08A-02-6

Detail 22870129

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed marinated chicken stored above cooked chicken located in the standing reach in cooler by the grill. Corrected On-Site

08A-20-5

Detail 22870133

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw pork stored above vegetables located in the standing reach in cooler by the grill. Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 22870130

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Standing reach in cooler,drink unit: front counter:; sliced ham ,as per operator about 30 mins ago. (47F - Cold Holding)operator removed to other reach in cooler for increased cooling. Corrective Action Taken

31B-03-4

Detail 22870132

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed in the unisex bathroom. Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 22870131

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag containing sugar stored on the floor,front counter. Corrected On-Site

29-11-4

Detail 22870128

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water draining on floor by the hand wash sink,front counter, broken drain pipe.

Jan 19, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

03A-02-5

Detail 22574923

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut onions (48F - Cold Holding) cut tomatoes (69F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (69F - Cold Holding) located in the reach in cooler in kitchen. As per employee less than 2 hours, employee moved to reach in cooler in kitchen area. Also observed at front counter sliced cheese (46F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); Hot Dog (43F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (43F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (42F - Cold Holding); Hot Dog (42F - Cold Holding); Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: Observed cut onions (45F - Cold Holding) cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding) located in the reach in cooler in kitchen. sliced cheese (43F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (42F - Cold Holding); Hot Dog (41F - Cold Holding) at front counter. Admin Complaint

50-09-4

Detail 22574922

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: Time Extended

02D-01-5

Detail 22574924

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice container not identified with common name. Employee labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: Time Extended

Jan 18, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 7Total: 11

22-12-5

Detail 22572973

High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 22572978

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut onions (48F - Cold Holding) cut tomatoes (69F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (69F - Cold Holding) located in the reach in cooler in kitchen. As per employee less than 2 hours, employee moved to reach in cooler in kitchen area. Also observed at front counter sliced cheese (46F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); Hot Dog (43F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (43F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (42F - Cold Holding); Hot Dog (42F - Cold Holding); Corrected On-Site Warning

03B-01-6

Detail 22572979

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked ground beef (125F hot holding) cooked chicken (120F - Hot Holding); in steam table. As per employee less than 2 hours. Employee proceeded to reheat food, ground beef(200F Reheating) and cooked chicken (205F Reheating). Also observed, ham croquettes (106F - Hot Holding) ; ham and cheese (101F - Hot Holding) located on front counter. As per employee less than 1 hour, employee discarded. Observed cooked pork (78F - Hot Holding) inside oven, as per employee approximately 3 hours, employee moved to reach in cooler. Corrected On-Site Warning

41-04-4

Detail 22572971

Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed raid spray can stored on shelves above 3 compartment sink. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

32-05-4

Detail 22572977

Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed in employee bathroom hand sink hot water knob broken. Warning

14-01-5

Detail 22572975

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup inside sugar container being use as a spoon, next to coffee machine,employee removed cup . Corrected On-Site Warning

50-09-4

Detail 22572972

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning

13-03-4

Detail 22572976

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook handling food without hair net. Corrected On-Site Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 22572969

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed rice container stored on kitchen floor. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 22572974

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled burners with grease residue in kitchen area. Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 22572970

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice container not identified with common name. Employee labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

May 26, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 2Total: 2

36-34-5

Detail 22021743

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-15: Still observed. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-26: Still observed. Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 22021744

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-15: Still observed. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-26: Still observed. Time Extended

May 15, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

27-24-4

Detail 21995383

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-15: Still observed. Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 21995382

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-15: Still observed. Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 21995384

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-15: Still observed. Time Extended

13-03-4

Detail 21995381

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-15: Still observed. Time Extended

Feb 24, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 6Basic: 6Total: 15

22-12-5

Detail 21810125

High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Warning

08A-20-5

Detail 21810126

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw pork inside reach in cooler. Manager rearranged properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 21810129

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomato (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (54F - Cold Holding)as per manager less than 4 hours. Manager moved to reach in cooler. Corrective Action Taken Warning

11-01-5

Detail 21810130

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal). Provided form during inspection. Warning

27-24-4

Detail 21810132

Intermediate - Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 21810135

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen area. Warning

11-26-1

Detail 21810139

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. Warning

02C-02-5

Detail 21810137

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beans and cooked pasta not date marked in reach in cooler, as per Manager over 24 hours. Manager dated during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

53B-05-5

Detail 21810136

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 training for Gladys Rodriguez expired on 01/06/2023. Warning

36-34-5

Detail 21810131

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area. Warning

50-09-4

Detail 21810134

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat Violation Warning

13-03-4

Detail 21810133

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Warning

36-17-5

Detail 21810127

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in dry storage area next to office. Repeat Violation Warning

36-24-5

Detail 21810138

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in wall next to hand wash sink in kitchen area. Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 21810128

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed beans and cooked pasta containers not covered inside reach in cooler. Manager covered during inspection. Warning

Sep 26, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 4Basic: 12Total: 21

08A-14-5

Detail 21384165

High Priority - Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed in cutting board raw chicken and raw onions, employee removed and wash onions during inspection. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

08A-04-5

Detail 21384149

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored above unwashed veggies in reach in cooler. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

08A-20-5

Detail 21384152

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw steak in reach in cooler. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

03A-03-5

Detail 21384150

High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed in front counter, employee moved to reach in cooler during inspection. Corrective Action Taken

03A-02-5

Detail 21384167

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham (47F - Cold Holding)at the front counter. As per manager ham was there less than 30 minutes while she's preparing sandwiches. Employee moved to reach in cooler during the inspection. Corrective Action Taken

31A-11-4

Detail 21384158

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a bag of potatoes stored inside of kitchen hand wash sink. Employee removed during inspection.

31B-02-4

Detail 21384166

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen hand wash sink. Also in bathroom. Employee restocked during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31B-03-4

Detail 21384154

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen hand wash sink. Employee restocked during inspection. Corrected On-Site

02C-02-5

Detail 21384163

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken stew over 24 hours in reach in cooler. Employee date marked during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

22-20-5

Detail 21384155

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

23-24-4

Detail 21384157

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in white refrigerator.

50-09-4

Detail 21384169

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

12B-07-4

Detail 21384160

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink next to cutting board in kitchen area.

13-03-4

Detail 21384156

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

36-17-5

Detail 21384162

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in dry storage area.

22-08-4

Detail 21384168

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 21384153

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under flat grill.

32-17-4

Detail 21384159

Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Repeat Violation

08B-12-5

Detail 21384151

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chicken not covered in reach in cooler. Employee covered during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

06-01-5

Detail 21384161

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken (frozen) inside of 3 compartment sink. Employee moved to reach in cooler during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

02D-01-5

Detail 21384164

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled with common name in rack in kitchen area.

Apr 12, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

27-18-4

Detail 21003037

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. None observed in the entire restaurant - From follow-up inspection 2022-04-12: Admin Complaint

32-17-4

Detail 21003036

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2022-04-12: Time Extended

Feb 8, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 6Total: 11

08A-04-5

Detail 20846024

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed container of raw chicken and pork over unwashed vegetables in the reach in cooler

27-18-4

Detail 20846026

Intermediate - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. None observed in the entire restaurant

31B-02-4

Detail 20846022

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator added

31B-03-4

Detail 20846018

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator added to kitchen Corrected On-Site

02C-02-5

Detail 20846020

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed container of beef and chicken in the reach in cooler made yesterday per operator

24-05-4

Detail 20846023

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and pans under steam table not inverted

22-08-4

Detail 20846017

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled

32-17-4

Detail 20846019

Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Repeat Violation

08B-12-5

Detail 20846016

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container of pork/ chicken in the reach in cooler not covered

06-01-5

Detail 20846025

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed container of beef thawing in 3 compartment sink Repeat Violation

29-11-4

Detail 20846021

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from 3compartment sink

Sep 15, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

14-31-5

Detail 20511243

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork chop stored in thank you bags in direct contact - From follow-up inspection 2021-09-15: Observed at time of callback. Operator removed Time Extended Corrected On-Site

14-11-4

Detail 20511246

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed warmer at front counter glass broken - From follow-up inspection 2021-09-15: Operator needs more time Time Extended

32-14-4

Detail 20511244

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No toilet seat provided in bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2021-09-15: Observed, operator needs more time Time Extended

32-17-4

Detail 20511245

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2021-09-15: Operator needs more time Time Extended

Jul 14, 2021

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 8Total: 10

14-31-5

Detail 20342322

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork chop stored in thank you bags in direct contact

53A-01-7

Detail 20342326

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.

14-11-4

Detail 20342320

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed warmer at front counter glass broken

05-09-4

Detail 20342323

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. None observed in the warmer at front counter

14-73-4

Detail 20342325

Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.

32-14-4

Detail 20342324

Basic - No toilet seat provided in bathroom.

22-16-4

Detail 20342328

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

32-17-4

Detail 20342327

Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Repeat Violation

06-01-5

Detail 20342329

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork chop thawing in 3 compartment sink at room temperature Repeat Violation

02D-01-5

Detail 20342321

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container if salt without labeling