Latin Corner Cafe

6305 E 8 Ave Local #2, Hialeah, FL 33013 · Permanent Food Service · License 2332775

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Grade C
Safety score 77 of 100
Latest visit: Sep 4, 2026

What drove the grade

Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.High priority · fixed on the spot · 8 other violations

How the score was calculated

  • Starting score100
  • Violations at the Aug 27 routine inspection
    1 high priority (fixed on the spot), 5 intermediate (2 fixed on the spot), 3 basic (1 repeat)
    -20
  • Extension granted on Sep 4
    Counts in full until a follow-up finds the problems fixed
    -3
  • Safety score77

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Inspection history

1 inspection · 2 visits

Routine inspection

9 violations found · Inspector came back once
  1. Follow-up visitSep 4, 2026

    Some problems still weren't fixed, but the owner was working on them, so the inspector allowed more time and will come back again.

    3 violations still not corrected:

    • 2 Intermediate
    • 1 Basic
    What was still cited

    Intermediate2

    • Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Food manager certification expired.

      More time given

      Required employee training expired for all employees.

      More time given

    Basic1

    • Code 33, Garbage and refuse: Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.

      More time given

    Official report, on the Florida DBPR website
  2. First visitAug 27, 2026

    Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.

    9 violations found:

    • 1 High priority
    • 5 Intermediate
    • 3 Basic
    What the inspector cited

    High priority1

    • Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.

      Observed raw chicken over raw pork inside walk in cooler . Manager removed and stored properly.

      Fixed on the spot

    Intermediate5

    • Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications.

      Observed dishwasher machine 147°F. Manager using 3 compartment sink for proper washing

    • Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.

      Observed brush and soap bottle inside handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee removed during inspection.

      Fixed on the spot

    • Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment.observed squeeze bottle with hand soap not labeled.

      Employee labeled during inspection.

      Fixed on the spot

    • Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: 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 Ivonne Hernandez, 01-06-2026.

      Required employee training expired for all employees.

      To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Danelys, liannemary, lidice sanchez, grills, expired on 05-31-26.

    Basic3

    • Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored on floor.

      Observed bag of white rice being stored on the floor at cook line . Employee removed and stored properly.

      Fixed on the spot

    • Code 33, Garbage and refuse: Open dumpster lid.

      Repeat violation

      Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.

      Observed on the ground plastic bottles, glass bottles , discarded wooden pallet around dumpster area and along fence behind dumpster.

    Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

Reading this report

Priority levels

  • High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
  • Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
  • Basic Best practices and general upkeep.

Most cited

Manager certification and employee training4
Garbage and refuse3
Food protection and cross-contamination2
Dishwashing facilities and test kits1
Handwash sinks and supplies1
Chemicals and toxic substances1