Hilton Garden Inn Homestead
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
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Score
Public records show eight inspections at Hilton Garden Inn Homestead stretching back to 2022. Hilton Garden Inn Homestead was last inspected on Jan 9, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to four violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Homestead restaurant, which scores around 70. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
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Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken breast stored above cooked chicken wings on cart at walk in cooler across fryers. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked chicken wings dated on 01/01 on rack at walk in cooler, operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken wings dated on 01/01 on rack at walk in cooler, operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing utensils on hand wash sink by coffee station at kitchen area. Coached employee during inspection.
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 cooked ground beef not date marked, as per operator over 24 hours in standing unit at kitchen area.
02C-02-5
52
Aug 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed cooked ground beef (thawed) not date marked. Employee dated during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-08-5
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 preparation table at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken case stored on walk in cooler floor, as per employee delivery was received this morning. Employee stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed next to cutting board at kitchen area.
21-12-4
78
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored above cooked bacon on shelves at walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked mushrooms,cooked chicken wings and cooked ground beef not date marked at walk in cooler, as per chef from previous day. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
78
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.
22-35-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not identified. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line.
21-12-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on sugar,salt and flour bags at dry storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal items on preparation table at kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in freezer at kitchen area.
23-03-4
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Mar 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed marinara sauce container, in reach in cooler. Employee discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food cases stored on walk in freezer floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on containers inside reach in cooler.
16-46-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line, also at coffee station.
21-12-4
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Aug 22, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
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Feb 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shells eggs stored over bread at reach in cooler preparation area. Operator relocated the shells eggs to the bottom part. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice bucket stored on floor at preparation area. Operator removed the ice bucket and moved it to the three compartment sink to be cleaned and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-14-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed the towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator hung the mop. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
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Sep 6, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (51F - Cold Holding) stored at the buffet line as per operator less than 30 minutes.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken wings stored over cream cheese inside the walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar area. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed 1 light bulb in disrepair in the kitchen area.
38-01-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a box with single service cups stored on the dry storage floor, operator placed single service items on top of table. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe in the bar area at the soda gun machine.
29-11-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board, operator removed wiping cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hilton Garden Inn Homestead last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hilton Garden Inn Homestead on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hilton Garden Inn Homestead?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Hilton Garden Inn Homestead.
How does Hilton Garden Inn Homestead compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
Hilton Garden Inn Homestead most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.
Has Hilton Garden Inn Homestead's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Hilton Garden Inn Homestead have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Hilton Garden Inn Homestead 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 Hilton Garden Inn Homestead inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hilton Garden Inn Homestead is inspected around two times per year on average.
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