Cava-Hialeah

3645-5 West 84 St Unit 5, Hialeah, FL 33018

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 14, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Cava-Hialeah appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2025. On Nov 14, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Clean glasses” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average for Hialeah sits at 76, putting Cava-Hialeah on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Nov 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed 6 employees preparing food with no certified manager on site.

53A-05-6

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pans stored on the drying rack not inverted. Operator fixed it on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

24-05-4

Aug 13, 2025

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (44F - Cold Holding);cooked corn (48F - Cold Holding) at preparation coolers at front line. As per manager, for less than an hour. Manager removed and placed corn in reach coolers. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards located at prep area, shelve near the three compartment sink, and at prep area stained.

22-02-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pan stored at shelve located in front of the three compartment sink not store inverted. Manager stored pan properly. **Corrected On-Site**

24-05-4

Mar 18, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cava-Hialeah last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cava-Hialeah on file is from Nov 14, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cava-Hialeah?

Across the inspection record, “clean glasses” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cava-Hialeah.

How does Cava-Hialeah compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?

Cava-Hialeah most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Hialeah average of 76.

Has Cava-Hialeah's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cava-Hialeah have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cava-Hialeah means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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