La Rueda Cafeteria
Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025
30
Score
La Rueda Cafeteria appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near nine violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “employee with no hair restraint while engaging” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Compared to other Hialeah restaurants (averaging 76), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
7
Inspections
3
Critical latest
3
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2025 **Repeat Violation**
50-17-3
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed approximately 2 dozen eggs on top of preparation table table at front counter, operator placed shell eggs inside refrigerator for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed on top of preparation table front counter can of roach killer insecticide. Operator removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed atHand sink at preparation/storage room no soap available. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at preparation/storage room no paper towels. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red cutting board grooved, by slicer. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing Gold wrist jewelry, wrist watch while preparing and serving food.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed chest freezer ice buildup. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink at preparation/storage room no sign posted. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed bag with single serve containers stored on the floor at storage area, employee stored SS containers six inches above the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
30
Jan 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed beverage reach in cooler soiled interior. Front counter area.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve containers stored on floor at storage room. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed on hand wash sink front counter.
29-20-5
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. Observed on top of prep table at storage area.
21-12-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red cutting board grooved. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
58
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed container with 10 eggs stored on top of counter, according to manager out for about one hour. Employee put shell eggs inside reach in cooler fro proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed thank you bags used to store raw pork inside chest freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2023 Operator renewed license during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing foods no hair restraint used. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed sack of onions stored on the floor. Employee stored onions six inches above the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
47
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
39
Feb 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed container with raw chicken stored over green peppers inside refrigerator. Employee stored Raw ch container in a different unit away from unwashed vegetables. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-04-5
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 plastic container stored inside hand wash sink by front counter. Employee removed container from inside hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. Observed on chlorine test strips no color comparison chart available.
16-36-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside ice cream freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
45
Jul 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over precooked mixed vegetables inside standing freezer in the prep area.
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 rice and beans stored inside front counter glass cooler not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of standing freezer soiled in the prep area.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Inside salt container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed cup of coffee on top of prep table by front counter.
12B-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Rueda Cafeteria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Rueda Cafeteria on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Rueda Cafeteria?
Across the inspection record, “employee with no hair restraint while engaging” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Rueda Cafeteria.
How does La Rueda Cafeteria compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
La Rueda Cafeteria most recently scored 30 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has La Rueda Cafeteria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Rueda Cafeteria have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at La Rueda Cafeteria 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 Rueda Cafeteria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Rueda Cafeteria is inspected around two times per year on average.
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