Elsa Marina Flores

2882 W 71 Pl, Hialeah, FL 33002

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2023, Elsa Marina Flores has five inspections in the public record. On Feb 19, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to two violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Hialeah average 76, so Elsa Marina Flores trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 19, 2026

Routine - Food

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

View 7 violations

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.

12A-09-4

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

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed standing water inside employing washing sink not draining properly.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**

05-08-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Clean soiled hot dog cart throughout.

23-03-4

Jul 11, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.

11-07-5

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.

31B-04-4

Oct 24, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.

12A-07-5

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.

27-16-4

Feb 22, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips. **Repeat Violation**

16-37-1

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.

50-04-4

Mar 1, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Elsa Marina Flores last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Elsa Marina Flores on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Elsa Marina Flores?

Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Elsa Marina Flores.

How does Elsa Marina Flores compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?

Elsa Marina Flores most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.

Has Elsa Marina Flores' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Elsa Marina Flores have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Elsa Marina Flores 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 Elsa Marina Flores inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Elsa Marina Flores is inspected around two times per year on average.

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