Graziano’S Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
82
Score
Graziano’S Restaurant appears in inspection records 12 times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 13, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.
“Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Hialeah restaurant scores 76. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
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Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed next to mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-13: Observed next to mop sink. **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at bar area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-13: Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at bar area. **Time Extended**
51-11-4
82
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed next to mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef patties stored boxes stored over cooked sweet breads and cooked chinchulines inside walk in cooler , operator placed cooked foods in a different shelf away from epraw beef patties stored. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employees changed tasks from food preparation to to cleaning, no gloves changed no hand washing as needed. **Warning**
12A-09-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at bar area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box with beef lard stored on the floor. Manager stored on top of milk crate more than six inches above. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
50
Oct 31, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation touching his clothes and not changing gloves. Employee washed his hands and changed gloves during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed French Fries (58F - Cold Holding) at preparation table in front of fryers at kitchen area. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Operator stored in walk in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken finger container stored on top of cooked chicken containers at double door freezer at kitchen area. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored in the same container. Operator separated it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed sanitizer spray bottle with not labeled. Operator put a label during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
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 - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Spray Bottle inside hand wash sink. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse stored hanging on top of clean plates rack in front of triple sink. Also observed employee water bottle on top of clean plates at rack in front of triple sink at kitchen. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand wash sink at bar area. Operator put a sign during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed next to walk in cooler. Operator put it to dry properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
32
Apr 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on top of preparation table garlic and oil mix (78F - Cold Holding), according to chef placed out 90 minutes ago. Chef put garlic and oil mix inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at employee bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen sweet bread thawing at 3 compartment sink on standing water. Employee open cold water and placed food underneath for proper thawing. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Manager stored mop properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
70
Nov 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair under beef draft at bar. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair under beef draft at bar. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair under beer draft at bar. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair under beer draft at bar. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair under beef draft at bar. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair under beef draft at bar. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair under beer draft at bar. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed over storage area also over ware washing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed over storage area also over ware washing area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Observed Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. During callback inspection no mop sink available at establishment. **Time Extended**
29-27-4
86
Jun 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed storage shelve at kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed storage shelve at kitchen. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair under beef draft at bar. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair under beef draft at bar. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed over storage area also over ware washing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed over storage area also over ware washing area. **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. **Time Extended**
29-27-4
74
Jun 10, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 22 minor violations.
View 30 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside reach in freezer. Manager properly arranged products y cooking temperatures. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed at kitchen. Manager called plumbing service for maintenance. Plumber arrived during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
28-26-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Beans with oil (53F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at preparation area. As per manager, since the day before. Employee segregated the product for discarding. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Beans with oil (53F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at preparation area. As per manager, since the day before. Employee segregated the product for discarding. Also observed intestine (45F - Cold Holding); short rib (45F - Cold Holding) as per employee for 2 hrs. Employee placed products inside walk in cooler for rapid cooling. Retest intestine (43F - Cold Holding); shrort rib (43F - Cold Holding). **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed spinach empanada and beef empanada inside walk in cooler. As per employee was baked the day before. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed table cleaner inside spray bottle without label at bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at employee restroom. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed storage shelve at kitchen. **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on metal containers in use inside walk on cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed on ware washing area. **Warning**
24-18-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at bar. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at front counter in front of grill. Also observed at kitchen over shelve across cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket stored outside in an open room next to ice machine. **Warning**
24-07-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at grill area. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys on cutting board at grill area. Employee removed the keys. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair under beef draft at bar. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Equipment located in an area not protected from overhead leakage of pipes, drains and other sources. Observed mixer by walk in cooler exposed to splash from hand wash sink next to mixer. **Warning**
24-15-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. See stop sale. Observed at front counter soda lines buried in ice used for drinks. **Warning**
08B-19-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 3 pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle. Manager removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 98F next to steam table. Manger discarded the water and placed utensils in ware washing area. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed over storage area also over ware washing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at employee restroom. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. **Warning**
29-27-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on white cutting board at preparation station. Manager removed the towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-10-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed fruit sangria uncovered inside reach in cooler at bar. Manager properly covered product. Also observed ice uncovered at bar. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed at kitchen area. **Warning**
36-04-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar inside metal container at bar without label. Also observed breadcrumbs inside plastic container at walk in cooler without label. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed old cheese on clean spoons at ware washing area. **Warning**
16-48-4
12
Dec 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing sanitizer with out label on top bar. Manager labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. **Repeat Violation**
41-04-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed towels covering salads. Manager removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
21-05-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone on top of prep table. Manager removed phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed on top 3 sink compartment.
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck on tin containers.
16-46-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed in the cooking line.
21-10-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed in the employee bathroom.
32-04-4
45
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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 - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed at bar area spray bottle containing sanitizer, no labeled. Manager labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at bar area. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil containers stored on the floor. Manager stored cooking oil container six inches above floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed on ware washing area dusty ceiling lamp and pipes. **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
47
Oct 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked tripe (49F - Cold Holding) at 2:45 pm. as per employee approximately 2 hours. Employee moved to walk in cooler to cool down temperature. cooked tripe (43F - Cold Holding) at 3:23 pm.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wiping cloths stored inside hand wash sink at the bar. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pico de gallo and gratin potatoes over 24 hours not date marked in walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl in sugar container in kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in all units in kitchen area.
23-24-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at the bar.
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust in ceiling, also cables with dust in kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 78° F in kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cover fans in walk in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed plastic containers in shelves inside walk in cooler.
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed Togo containers not inverted in shelves in kitchen area. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed sauces in walk in cooler. Employee covered during inspection. Also limes, pico and garnish for food not.covered in expo table, employee rearranged and cover food properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed in kitchen area.
36-04-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled with common name at front counter. Also salt container in kitchen area. Employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Graziano’S Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Graziano’S Restaurant on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Graziano’S Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Graziano’S Restaurant.
How does Graziano’S Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Graziano’S Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Graziano’S Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Graziano’S Restaurant have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Graziano’S Restaurant 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 Graziano’S Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Graziano’S Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.
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