Delicacecy Gourmet

5350 W 16 Ave 2Nd Floor, Hialeah, FL 33012

French

Last inspected: Feb 14, 2025

Score

High Risk

Public records show six inspections at Delicacecy Gourmet stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 14, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around five violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles”, showing up three times.

Compared to other Hialeah restaurants (averaging 76), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Oct 24, 2024

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen soiled ceiling tiles. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-24: Observed at kitchen soiled ceiling tiles. **Time Extended**

36-34-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and pans at kitchen not inverted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-24: Observed pots and pans at kitchen not inverted. **Time Extended**

24-05-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed lime boxes stored on the floor inside walk in cooler and tuna steaks inside walk in freezer on the floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-24: Observed lime boxes stored on the floor inside walk in cooler and tuna steaks inside walk in freezer on the floor. **Time Extended**

08B-38-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-24: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Time Extended**

42-01-4

Mar 21, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jan 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.

22-02-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed walk in cooler and freezer handles soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation**

23-24-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on the kitchen floor. Employee stored cooking oil container six inches above the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed handle in contact with ice inside ice machine. Employee stored scoop with the handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

10-08-5

Mar 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2022 Operator renewed license during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

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

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

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on walk in cooler and walk in freezer.

23-24-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

21-12-4

Jul 28, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.

View 13 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed oven cleaner stored on top of prep table. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored inside hand washing sink in the kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Oven door soiled.

23-24-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Located inside women bathroom.

36-36-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Located inside inside women bathroom.

36-32-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee small bag on top of prep table.

40-06-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gasket torn in.

14-11-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout the kitchen area.

36-73-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil on kitchen floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Located in the kitchen area by the stove.

36-27-5

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Delicacecy Gourmet last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Delicacecy Gourmet on file is from Feb 14, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Delicacecy Gourmet?

Across the inspection record, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Delicacecy Gourmet.

How does Delicacecy Gourmet compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?

Delicacecy Gourmet most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.

Has Delicacecy Gourmet's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Delicacecy Gourmet have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Delicacecy Gourmet 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 Delicacecy Gourmet inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Delicacecy Gourmet is inspected around two times per year on average.

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