Checkers 5258

820 E 49 St, Hialeah, FL 33013
American
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Checkers 5258 has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 27, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

“Open dumpster lid” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Hialeah sits at 76, putting Checkers 5258 on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed on the ground brown paper bags next to dumpster, employee cleaned properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
33-19-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Employee closed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
90
Jan 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage. Employee rearranged garbage bags to fit properly on dumpster. **Corrected On-Site**
33-14-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Employee closed lid during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
90
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
90
Feb 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket not inverted on top on soda boxes . Manager stored it properly. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
95
Oct 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided operator time as public health control form. Operator printed and filled form. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in front of walk in cooler and freezer.
36-22-4
86
Apr 11, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed above 3 compartment sink ceiling tiles and vents dusty.
36-34-5
95
Oct 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken breast (78F - Hot Holding); chicken bites (78F - Hot Holding) In warmer less than 4 hours. Employee discarded during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Checkers 5258 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Checkers 5258 on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Checkers 5258?

Across the inspection record, “open dumpster lid” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Checkers 5258.

How does Checkers 5258 compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?

Checkers 5258 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Hialeah average of 76.

Has Checkers 5258's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Checkers 5258 have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Checkers 5258 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Checkers 5258 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Checkers 5258 is inspected around three times per year on average.