Isla Bonita
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
67
Score
Isla Bonita appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2023. On Jan 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Food stored on floor” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Hialeah facility scores 76, putting Isla Bonita on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Katia Mejias working over 60 days lacking food handlers certification. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of red potatoes being stored on the floor next to reach in cooler at pre area. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer behind front counter. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris at cook line. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken inside 3 compartment sink thawing inside standing water. Coached employees on proper method for thawing, employee tuned on running waster for proper thawing during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
67
Sep 12, 2025
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw ground beef thawing inside 3 compartment sink without running water. Employee turned on water during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled with water marks at front dining area. **Corrected On-Site**
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with cooking oil being stored on the floor. Manager removed and stored and properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris in front preparation table.
22-16-4
82
Aug 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed fruit pulp being stored inside supermarket bags inside reach in freezer behind front counter.
14-31-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed pesticides can being stored next to metal container with saltines crackers, manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ground beef inside reach in cooler not date marked , as per employee less than 48 hours. Employee date marked properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with red potatoes being stored on the floor next to reach in cooler. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop being stored on top of ice maker. Employee removed, washed and stored in a clean container. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with food debris .
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled with food debris in kitchen area .
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with black marks.
36-34-5
50
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Nov 13, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 1, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2023
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside walk in cooler. raw pork chops (49°F - Cold holding ); raw chicken (49°F - Cold Holding) Acc to manager placed more than 2 hours ago. Manager moved foo item to freezer for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed mop sink with no vacuum breaker.
29-34-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in women bathroom.
31B-02-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean bowls and plates at back of kitchen on storage rack not inverted.
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer in disrepair .
14-11-5
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapped above reach in freezer. Employee moved to no food prep area. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-02-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wash cloth not stored in sanitizing solution.
21-12-4
47
Jan 12, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Isla Bonita last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Isla Bonita on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Isla Bonita?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Isla Bonita.
How does Isla Bonita compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Isla Bonita most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Isla Bonita's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Isla Bonita have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Isla Bonita means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Isla Bonita inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Isla Bonita is inspected around two times per year on average.
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