Mabys Cafe

4120 Palm Ave, Hialeah, FL 33012
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Mabys Cafe five times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 14, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.

“Hole in or other damage to wall” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.

Compared to other Hialeah restaurants (averaging 76), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing window cleaner no labeled, Operator labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on both bathrooms door no self closing. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at women bathroom door no sign.
31B-04-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe leaking at mop sink.
29-08-4
70
Apr 23, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on both bathrooms. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed water stains on ceiling tiles.
36-34-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on back door to outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at kitchen next to chest freezer **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at kitchen above stove. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
78
Apr 23, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on both bathrooms. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-23: Observed on both bathrooms. **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed inside men bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-23: Ceiling tile missing. Observed inside men bathroom. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at kitchen next to chest freezer. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-23: Observed at kitchen next to chest freezer. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at kitchen above stove. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-23: Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at kitchen above stove. **Time Extended**
38-07-4
82
Feb 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Mayelin Cardoso 04/30/18 prometric expired. **Warning**
53A-03-7
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 for Ingrid DeLa Conseption 07/31/2023 National Registry of food safety professionals expired. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on both bathrooms.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed inside men bathroom.
36-36-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at kitchen next to chest freezer. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at kitchen above stove. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
67
Feb 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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 - 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 - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall at kitchen behind chest freezer and inside woman restroom.
36-24-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at kitchen no light shield.
38-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at kitchen water damage. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
67

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mabys Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mabys Cafe on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mabys Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “hole in or other damage to wall” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Mabys Cafe.

How does Mabys Cafe compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?

Mabys Cafe most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.

Has Mabys Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mabys Cafe have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Mabys Cafe 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 Mabys Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mabys Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.