Bella Vita Tapas Y Vino
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026
47
Score
Bella Vita Tapas Y Vino has been inspected 11 times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 16, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near seven violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine”, which has been cited five times.
Bella Vita Tapas Y Vino's latest score of 47 falls below the Hialeah average of 76. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 16, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Assorted empanadas (126F - Hot Holding); Ham Croquettes (113F - Hot Holding) at hot holding unit at front counter. Operator increased the temperature during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 4 packages of tilapia thawed inside ROP bag inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-13-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice machine at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at men's bathroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at reach in freezer at storage area.
23-24-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 4 packages of tilapia thawed inside ROP bag inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
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 spoon handle touching sugar next to coffee machine at front counter.
10-01-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed not ambient thermometer inside hot holding unit next to service window at front counter.
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers and reach in freezers gaskets soiled all throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall next to steam table at kitchen area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed next to back door.
42-01-4
47
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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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
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine interior soiled with mold like substance at front counter.
22-20-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside chest reach in freezer at front counter.
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled at kitchen area. Operator cleaned it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
74
May 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed congri inside of non food grade bags.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer guard soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under equipments soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.observed inside of the kitchen reach in cooler soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of equipment. Observed standing water inside of the ice machine.
29-49-6
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed a bug zapper on top of the three compartment sink.
35B-02-4
58
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at men's bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-26: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at men's bathroom. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-26: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-26: In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-26: **Time Extended**
16-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-26: Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Time Extended**
16-21-4
70
Jan 23, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at men's bathroom.
31B-02-4
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 johan, and Irina.
53B-01-5
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. Discussed with operator and provided email form.
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior has accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken, and raw beef thawing at room temperature. Discussed and coached employee in proper methods. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them in reach in cooler, located at cooking line. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
50
Sep 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine, quat test kit.
16-37-1
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed a fly sticky on top of the dishwasher machine. Manager removed the fly sticky tape. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-08-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container flour no label.
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Operator cleaned on top of dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**
16-21-4
74
Jul 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
45
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-19: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-19: Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Time Extended**
16-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-19: Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Time Extended**
16-21-4
82
Apr 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
18
Aug 31, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 26, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels by the hand washing sinks.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap in handwashing sink area
31B-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sink sign.
31B-04-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bella Vita Tapas Y Vino last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bella Vita Tapas Y Vino on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bella Vita Tapas Y Vino?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Bella Vita Tapas Y Vino.
How does Bella Vita Tapas Y Vino compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Bella Vita Tapas Y Vino most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Bella Vita Tapas Y Vino's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bella Vita Tapas Y Vino have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Bella Vita Tapas Y Vino 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 Bella Vita Tapas Y Vino inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bella Vita Tapas Y Vino is inspected around four times per year on average.
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