La Fresa Francesa
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
17
Score
Going back to 2022, La Fresa Francesa has six inspections in the public record. La Fresa Francesa was last inspected on Apr 15, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 10 violations each, up from closer to four violations before.
“Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Restaurants in Hialeah average 76, so La Fresa Francesa trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
6
Inspections
5
Critical latest
3
Major latest
15
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cut bacon (47F - Cold Holding); Sliced Ham (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in coolers. As per operator for more than 4 hours. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cut bacon (47F - Cold Holding); Sliced Ham (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in coolers. As per operator for more than 4 hours. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Quaternary 0ppm) at kitchen area. **Warning**
22-49-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored on top of ready to eat vegetables at reach in cooler in front of dishwasher machine. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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 fish and raw chicken stored together inside container at chest freezer. **Warning**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled on preparation table at kitchen area. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food handler certificates expired for Yunier G., Alejandro H., Sandra S., Daniela G. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed water and soap spray bottle not identified on preparation table at bar area. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around kitchen and preparation area. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole on ceiling on top of reach in coolers in front of dishwasher machine. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed on bathroom on the left side. **Warning**
32-12-6
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 drinks shelf at storage area behind bar. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn at reach in cooler at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed next to dishwasher machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside reach in freezer at kitchen area. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper stored on shelf on top of mini chest freezer. Operator removed and stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35B-02-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside reach in coolers at kitchen area. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee open beverage stored inside reach in cooler not segregated from establishment food at kitchen area. **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed at bathroom on the left side. **Warning**
32-17-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing inside standing water at preparation table next to dishwasher machine. **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour and sugar containers not identified on shelf **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong stored on oven handle at kitchen area. **Warning**
10-20-4
17
Jun 4, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip top reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
82
Oct 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. During the inspection employee cleaned.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed standing reach in cooler handles broken, at preparation area.
14-11-5
82
May 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at preparation area.
14-33-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside, near the dishwasher machine.
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located at cooking line.
23-03-4
70
Apr 5, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Dec 22, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Fresa Francesa last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Fresa Francesa on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Fresa Francesa?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at La Fresa Francesa.
How does La Fresa Francesa compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
La Fresa Francesa most recently scored 17 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has La Fresa Francesa's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at La Fresa Francesa have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at La Fresa Francesa 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 La Fresa Francesa inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Fresa Francesa is inspected around two times per year on average.
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