Las Vinas BBQ
Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026
47
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Las Vinas BBQ, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near eight violations per visit.
“Stored food not covered” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Las Vinas BBQ's latest score of 47 falls below the Hialeah average of 76. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 26, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-12-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw prep pork on top of unwashed vegetables inside walk in cooler. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed coffee cups inside handwashing behind front counter, manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled with food debris at preparation area. Manager removed and replaced with clean cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor next to 3 compartment sink. Employee mopped dried during t inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled inside walk in freezer.
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior soiled with grease .
22-08-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee open water bottle inside reach in cooler behind front counter. Manager discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork inside walk in cooler not protected. Manager provided aluminum foil to cover pork. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
47
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pizza dough inside thank you bags inside reach in cooler. In prep area.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed soap dispenser not working properly next to handwashing sink in preparation area. Manager replaced batteries during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal drink on top preparation table. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed
22-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping towel on top front counter next to handwashing sink. Manager removed and stored inside sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
64
Mar 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of raw beef inside reach in cooler across the oven. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink soiled with food debris in preparation area. Manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next to preparation area. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed to go cup being used to dispense sugar inside sugar container, manager removed and discarded , added scoop with handle . **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees handling food behind front counter without hairnet. Manager provided hairnet during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris in kitchen area, employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw pork ribs not covered inside walk in cooler. Manager covered properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
58
Oct 24, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork being stored on top vegetables inside reach in cooler , employee removed and stored product properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on top of preparation table in kitchen area.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal drink on top of preparation table . Employee removed and stored it properly. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container with green peppers being stored on the floor inside reach in cooler. Manager removed and stored it properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop inside ice machine, employee removed and stored it properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed at back exit door across from 3 compartment sink.
35B-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior shelves of reach in cooler spikes with food debris behind front counter.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered.
08B-12-5
55
Sep 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed raw pork inside metal container in walk in freezer not covered. Employee covered product during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-02-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork being stored on top of unwashed onions inside reach in cooler. Employee removed and stored it properly. **Corrected On-Site**
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. Provided operator with hand out during inspection, manager posted on wall at kitchen area during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory displayed at time of inspection, provided operator with sign , manager posted sign on wall behind front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of raw pork on the floor inside walk in freezer, employee stored product properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed screen attack door torn with 2 small holes.
35B-09-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed wet soiled towel at cookline.
21-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed metal container with sugar next to coffee station not labeled. Employee labeled product properly. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal drink inside reach in cooler next to fry station. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without a hair restraint . Manager provided hat to employee during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
45
May 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed on back of building hose no vacuum breaker. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Manager closed dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked yuca container no covered. Employee covered food container. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
74
Dec 15, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at buffet area salad with shredded cabbage (70F - Hot Holding) prepared 90 minutes prior. Employee added ice bags to chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at buffet line ; cooked pork (122F - Hot Holding); boniato (111F - Hot Holding) Employee too food items to the kitchen to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer over 200 Ppm Employee added water to sanitizer solution chlorine 100 Ppm **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed pork , raw cut onions , washed boniato container, uncovered while displayed inside walk in cooler.
08B-02-4
Intermediate - Water pressure lacking at hand wash sink hot water faucet. Observed next to 3 compartment sink.
27-17-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed cup with silverware behind front counter. Manager stored silverware whit food contact surface dawn. **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt and sugar container not label .
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed next to coffee machine. Employee discarded cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach under small 3 compartment sink next to walk in cooler.. Employee sweep floor and discarded dead roach. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee stored ice scoop with handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed cooked pork ribs stored in reused cardboard box inside walk in cooler
25-32-4
32
Mar 9, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 200ppm); employee add more water to diluted solution. Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored above cooked yuca inside walk-in cooler. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (131F - Hot Holding); cooked yuca (128F - Hot Holding); black beans (128F - Hot Holding) in hot unit at the front counter.
03B-01-6
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-27-4
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-26-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
16-13-5
50
Oct 11, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
30
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Las Vinas BBQ last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Las Vinas BBQ on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Las Vinas BBQ?
Across the inspection record, “stored food not covered” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Las Vinas BBQ.
How does Las Vinas BBQ compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Las Vinas BBQ most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Las Vinas BBQ's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Las Vinas BBQ have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Las Vinas BBQ 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 Las Vinas BBQ inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Las Vinas BBQ is inspected around three times per year on average.
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