Casino Kitchen 1st Floor/Junior Bistro
Last inspected: Apr 3, 2026
29
Score
Across the available record, Casino Kitchen 1st Floor/Junior Bistro has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Apr 3, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near eight violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, showing up four times.
Compared to other Hialeah restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
7
Inspections
4
Critical latest
1
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 3, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Black beans soup (44F - Cooling) inside reach in cooler. As per operator from last night at 10 pm. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell stored next to bread inside container at reach in cooler at cook line area.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Black beans soup (44F - Cooling) inside reach in cooler. As per operator from last night at 10 pm. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed White Rice (127F - Hot Holding) inside steam table at kitchen area. As per operator for less than 2 hours. Also observed Croquettes (117F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding unit at front counter. Operator removed to reheat during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soil on preparation table at kitchen area. Operator washed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside white rice container at steam table at kitchen area. Employee removed and stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed 2 speakers stored on shelf on top of preparation table next to exit door at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation wearing a bracelet and a watch at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn next to flat top at kitchen area.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside chest freezer at bar area.
14-69-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at triple door reach in cooler in front of dishwasher machine at kitchen area.
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at triple door reach in cooler in front of dishwasher machine.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw burger patties stored uncovered inside reach in cooler next to ice machine at kitchen area. Employee covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed 2 wet mops not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry at mop sink area next to ice machine at kitchen area. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution on top of preparation table at front counter.
21-12-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean utensils stored not inverted inside container on shelf next to dishwasher machine at kitchen area.
24-07-4
29
Oct 23, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled next to ice machine, employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris across front dishwasher machine. Employee cleaned during inspection. Also observed can opener soiled with food debris across from handwashing sink next to main entrance, employee cleaned during inspection.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink soiled with food debris next to entrance door. Manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with flour not labeled under preparation table next to main entrance. Employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal bottle s Water inside reach in cooler next to cook line. Manager removed and discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted at cook line. Employee inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
64
Jan 31, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled with food debris, manager removed and replaced it with a clean one . **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee provided paper towels during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of cooking oil being stored on the floor next to 3 compartment sink. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sink behind front counter, manager provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
74
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed employee bottle of medicine being stored inside reach in cooler next to ice machine. Employee removed and stored it properly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled next to ice machine. Employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top ice machine .employee washed ice scoop and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bag of raw chicken inside 3 compartment sink thawing, manager turn on running water to thaw product. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
67
Jun 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and beans stored inside the reach in cooler without dated marked. As per employee food was prepared 2 days before the inspection. Employee marked the item with the proper date. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed one case of water stored on the floor by the dishwasher machine area. Employee removed item and placed correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed several kitchen utensils stored in standing water at 75°F. Employed discarded water.
10-07-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind flat top grill soiled with accumulated grease. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
70
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on October 1st, 2023. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris near pizza oven.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near mop sink. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of chicken soup, chicken wings with no label stored in reach in cooler near dish machine area. Observed trays of cooked lasagna stored in the walk in cooler in the basement with no label. As per operator, items wet prepared 2 days ago.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure at cook line.
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled with old food debris near dish machine.
36-34-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean utensils not inverted with handle facing up at dish machine area.
24-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers at dish area wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in walk in freezer located in basement of establishment.
14-69-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers of chicken wings and chicken soup stored in reach in cooler near dish machine area not covered. Operator provided lids for containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind flat top grill soiled with accumulated grease.
36-27-5
43
Jan 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Casino Kitchen 1st Floor/Junior Bistro last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Casino Kitchen 1st Floor/Junior Bistro on file is from Apr 3, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Casino Kitchen 1st Floor/Junior Bistro?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Casino Kitchen 1st Floor/Junior Bistro.
How does Casino Kitchen 1st Floor/Junior Bistro compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Casino Kitchen 1st Floor/Junior Bistro most recently scored 29 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 75.
Has Casino Kitchen 1st Floor/Junior Bistro's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Casino Kitchen 1st Floor/Junior Bistro have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Casino Kitchen 1st Floor/Junior Bistro 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 Casino Kitchen 1st Floor/Junior Bistro inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Casino Kitchen 1st Floor/Junior Bistro is inspected around two times per year on average.
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