Casa Lenca

4050 W 12 Ave, Hialeah, FL 33012
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2023
74
Score
Medium Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Casa Lenca. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 2, 2023. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent. Public records show no inspections at Casa Lenca since Mar 2, 2023, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Hialeah restaurant scene, this is about average. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bag containing green plantains in hand wash sink. Manager moved items from in hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager provided paper towels. **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.
11-26-1
74
Aug 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed empty bottle inside hand washing sink by front encounter. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen area.
36-27-5
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Casa Lenca last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Casa Lenca on file is from Mar 2, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Casa Lenca?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Casa Lenca.

How does Casa Lenca compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?

Casa Lenca most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Hialeah average of 76.

Has Casa Lenca's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Casa Lenca have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Casa Lenca means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.