Hialeah Reys Pizza 2

1166 W 68 St, Hialeah, FL 33012
Pizza
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
50
Score
High Risk

Public records show 10 inspections at Hialeah Reys Pizza 2 stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 11, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately and about 14 violations before that.

When inspectors have written things up, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been the most frequent reason, cited seven 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.

10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added no vacuum breaker.
29-42-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can of mushrooms.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utility cart blocking hand sink. Operator removed cart from in front hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottle with degreaser no labaled. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle buried inside cheese. Operator stored scoop with handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-06-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
50
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on top of prep table at pizza preparation area shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding)placed out 30 minutes ago, operator placed shredded cheese container inside walk in cooler to chill , second temperature 30 minus after, shredded cheese (42F - Cold Holding) **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed inside walk container with ice cream on shelf above preparation table preparation table. Manager removed medication container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mixer soiled, pizza dough press soiled, can opener soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on shelves above preparation table. Employee removed cell phone. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on back door to outside
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed inside shredded cheese scoop handle touching cheese. Operator stored scoop with handle upwards **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-06-5
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet broken at hand sink by coffee station .
29-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed as next to hand wash sink at kitchen by service window. **Repeat Violation**
25-22-4
45
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed trash bags used in direct contact to hold pizza dough at walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: Observed clear food bags used in direct contact to hold pizza dough at walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
14-31-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Time Extended**
16-62-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed single service exposed next to hand wash sink at pasta kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: Observed single service exposed next to hand wash sink at pasta kitchen area. **Time Extended**
25-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at preparation area and kitchen area and drink station area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: Observed ceiling tiles soiled at preparation area and kitchen area and drink station area. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl container stored inside pasta container at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: Observed a bowl container stored inside pasta container at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored at preparation area at cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
61
Jan 23, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 11 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 29 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink outside.
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (45F - Cold holding) at prep table. Observed spaghetti (48F - Cold Holding) at kitchen area. Person in charge put ice to cool down product. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed trash bags used in direct contact to hold pizza dough at walk in cooler.
14-31-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed first aid kit stored at preparation area near walk in cooler.
41-07-4
Intermediate - No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink pizza kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dough pizza dough portion machine soiled at storage area. Observed can opener soiled at preparation area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for employees Maria, Adelaida, Janet, Ihanet and Nancy.
53B-01-5
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. Observed for employees Maria, Adelaida, Janet, Ihanet and Nancy.
11-26-1
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed a container with Oil and garlic time 11:30 no written plan time as a public health control.
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment.
53A-14-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed jello on display not date marked. As per person in charge prepared since Tuesday night. Observed a can containing strawberry jelly open at walk in cooler not date marked. As per person in charge open more than 24 hours since day before 11:00 am, violation was observed 1:45 pm next day.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl container stored inside pasta container at kitchen area.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at preparation area and kitchen area and drink station area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee plastic bottle water and a cup with juice stored on preparation area at pizza station and drink station.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee foods stored at walk in cooler.
08B-49-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a cooked spaghetti container and a plastic grease pork container also a container with bread stored on floor at walk in cooler. Employee relocated 6 inches off floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
10-12-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed pizza spatula between hand sink and wall at pizza area.
10-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at drink station. Observed at ware washing area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed vents soiled at walk in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service spoons at coffee station.
25-06-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed single service exposed next to hand wash sink at pasta kitchen area.
25-22-4
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. Observed wet wiping cloth stored at preparation area at cook line.
21-12-4
9
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates and bowls by service window not inverted. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed above beverage coolers by front area and dining area **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed next to 3 compartment sink and by coffee station hand wash sinks no signs. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket containing lard stored on the floor inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee lockers located in a food preparation, food storage or warewashing area. Observed lockers located in a food storage and single serve storage area.
40-03-4
78
Apr 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed at preparation area cardboard used as shelf liner. **Repeat Violation**
14-45-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purses and a phone stored in shelves next to can food items. Manager removed employees personal items from food storage area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. O at coffee station area no sign at hand wash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box with single serve containers stored on the floor at storage area. Manage stored SS box on shelf six in above the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at kitchen single serve containers not inverted. Employee inverted SS containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
64
Nov 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed slices of cheese cake on display case no date labeled. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: Observed slices of cheese cake on display case no date labeled. **Time Extended**
02C-03-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage over beverage reach in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: Observed ceiling tiles with water damage over beverage reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents dusty at dining area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: Observed ceiling tiles and vents dusty at dining area. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed 3 employee bags stored next to mushroom cans at storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: Observed employee bag and cell phone stored next to mushroom cans at storage area. **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 2 employee with wrist band engaged in food preparation. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: Observed 1 employee with wrist band engaged in food preparation. **Time Extended**
13-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bucket of cooked pasta and a bucket of lard stored on floor at walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: Observed buckets with lard on the floor walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed two dumpsters with missing drain plug. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: Observed two dumpsters with missing drain plug. **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand wash sink next to soda machine. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: Observed no sign at hand wash sink next to soda machine. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: Open dumpster lid. **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line shelves at preparation area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: Observed cardboard used to line shelves at preparation area. **Time Extended**
14-45-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed by back exit door. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: Observed by back exit door. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
55
Sep 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
20
Feb 6, 2023
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 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 - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pressure cleaning machine blocking hand wash sink at ware washing area.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed containers stored inside hand wash sink, Employee removed items from inside hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager arrived during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
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 - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to 3 compartment sink no soap on hand wash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents and some ceiling tiles dusty. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed pork lard buckets stored on the floor inside walk in cooler and soda syrup bibs stored on the floor at storage area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
47
Jul 27, 2022
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal). **Corrective Action Taken**
11-01-5
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. Provided flyer to operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink located next to the 3 compartment sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container with lard stored inside walk in cooler floor.
08B-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Coolers gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a small cup with no handle in shredded cheese container at the time of the inspection.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Located by the dining area.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the establishment.
36-34-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed pizza make table cooler and walk in cooler gasket torn in.
14-11-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked lasagna stored inside walk in cooler not covered.
08B-12-5
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hialeah Reys Pizza 2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hialeah Reys Pizza 2 on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hialeah Reys Pizza 2?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Hialeah Reys Pizza 2.

How does Hialeah Reys Pizza 2 compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?

Hialeah Reys Pizza 2 most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.

Has Hialeah Reys Pizza 2's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hialeah Reys Pizza 2 have averaged around eight violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Hialeah Reys Pizza 2 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 Hialeah Reys Pizza 2 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hialeah Reys Pizza 2 is inspected around three times per year on average.