Delicias De Nicaragua
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
47
Score
Inspectors have visited Delicias De Nicaragua nine times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 11, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “raw animal foods not properly separated”, showing up three times.
The city-wide average sits at 76, which Delicias De Nicaragua's 47 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Poultry (112F - Hot Holding); Moro (111F - Hot Holding); for less than 4 hours as per operator, located in steam table. Operator reheated at 165°F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer bucket with chlorine sanitizer solution of 200 ppm. Operator add water, rechecked 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs over raw beef in reach in cooler, operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
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. Email the guide line procedures to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. By the kitchen door in front of reach in freezer.
36-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal container with standing water on the edge located on dry shelves.
24-08-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed multiple dessert, cookies as a self-services with no product identity/description, located at the front counter. Operator removed to the back of the counter. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood soild.
23-03-4
47
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed certification expired for all employees on 05/2025-Daisy Marlena, Hazel Rivera, Emma Escorial Wendy Gomez, Yesenia Martinez.
53B-05-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed large pots stored in the storage area not inverted.
24-05-4
86
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
95
Dec 2, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. At kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-02: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer door gasket torn, freezer located neat kitchen entrance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-02: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
90
Nov 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
61
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw steak, manager fixed on site.
08A-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed cups of water, bottles of water, and a smoothie stored on the preparation table.
12B-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the ladies bathroom **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
78
Feb 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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 - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside reach in cooler rusted shelves.
14-33-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Manager stored wiping towels inside sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed pots stored on the floor in storage shed on the back
24-26-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall behind drain board shelf at kitchen.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils on water at 90F Manager replaced water with water at 140F and kept utensils container on top of stove. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
61
Aug 24, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed inside reach in cooler at shed on back area Bags with Raw chicken stored above bags with raw beef and raw pork inside reach in cooler. Employee stored food bags based upon minimum required cooking temperature. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed next to steam table.
29-34-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine at over 200 ppm. Employee prepared new sanitizer solution chlorine 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphones on shelves over preparation table at kitchen. Employees stored cellphones away from preparation area. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Delicias De Nicaragua last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Delicias De Nicaragua on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Delicias De Nicaragua?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal foods not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Delicias De Nicaragua.
How does Delicias De Nicaragua compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Delicias De Nicaragua most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Delicias De Nicaragua's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Delicias De Nicaragua have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Delicias De Nicaragua 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 Delicias De Nicaragua inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Delicias De Nicaragua is inspected around three times per year on average.
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