Mayajigua Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
22
Score
Inspectors have visited Mayajigua Restaurant eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 16, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around seven violations to closer to 12 violations.
“Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Hialeah facility scores 76, putting Mayajigua Restaurant on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
8
Inspections
5
Critical latest
0
Major latest
15
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 15 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 dented can of tomato paste under preparation table in front of employees bathroom at kitchen area. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce on shelf at walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach behind towel paper wooden installation above hand wash sink at kitchen area. Operator killed and discarded during inspection. Also observed 4 live roaches crawling on the floor at kitchen entrance. Also observed 1 live roach crawling on the floor under dry storage shelves at kitchen area. Also observed 2 live roaches crawling on the floor next to reach in cooler at front counter. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Guava and cheese pastry (126F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding unit at front counter. As per operator for less than 4 hours. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed on hose bibb under dishwasher machine and under preparation table next to walk in cooler at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-34-4
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 at reach in freezer and reach in cooler next to three compartment sink at kitchen area. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed clean utensils not inverted inside metal container at preparation table on cook line area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-18-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw pork containers no covered on shelf inside walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled at kitchen area. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Water leaking from walk in cooler air conditioner and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from air conditioner unit at walk in cooler. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified under preparation table at cook line area at kitchen. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around kitchen area. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several ceiling tiles with water damage and holes at kitchen area. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed 2 metal utensils stored between three compartment sink and wall at kitchen area. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-14-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-12-6
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at kitchen area. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed clean tong and ladles stored in oven handle at kitchen area. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled above steam table at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer next to three compartment sink at kitchen area. **Warning**
14-69-4
22
Oct 21, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at kitchen above grill under prep table by dish machine. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over pumpkins inside walk in cooler. Operator placed raw shell eggs in a different shelf away away from unwashed produce. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Operator handled soiled equipment, no gloves changed or hands washing before handling food. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing and glove use. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at kitchen above grill floor. **Repeat Violation**
36-06-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in employee bathroom . **Repeat Violation**
32-12-6
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Operator cleaned microwave interior. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed utensils at kitchen preparation table stored with the food contact surface up. Operator stored utensils with handles upwards. **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
52
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken fillet on a plate stored over bowl containing sliced ham inside walk in cooler. Cook stored raw chicken away from sliced ham. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both bathrooms no self closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at storage area above reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed trash can no lid, no other receptacle available.
32-12-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed water bo cases at kitchen, no six inch above the floor, also box with potatoes and carrots inside walk in cooler Floor . **Repeat Violation**
08B-47-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee stored ice scoop properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior on microwave at kitchen.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler at kitchen soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bucket containing sugar at kitchen no labeled. Cook labeled sugar container.. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
58
Aug 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed a box with raw chicken stored over a box with unwashed sweet potatoes Employee stored raw chicken under unwashed sweet potatoes inside walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed by Dish machine hose connected no vacuum breaker. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases with water not stored six inches above the floor at kitchen, and on the floor inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw pork ribs 29F thawing in standing water at 3 compartment sink. Cook turn on cold water faucet for proper thawing . **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
64
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Aug 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
32
Feb 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed at kitchen table shell eggs (55F - Cold Holding) according to cook out for 90 minutes. Cook stored shell eggs inside walk in cooler for rapid chill **Corrected On-Site**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed two faucets at mop sink no vacuum breaker.
29-42-4
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 - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed Throughout restaurant vents and tiles dusty **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at employee restroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside 3 door freezer at kitchen ice buildup.
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in sandwich preparation table. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen pork thawing in standing water at 3 co sink. Cook moved frozen pork to reach in cooler to continue thawing under refrigeration. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt plastic containers at kitchen table no labeled with name. Employee labeled salt containers. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
41
Jul 19, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside standing freezer.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken stored inside walk in cooler not properly date marked. As per operator cooked chicken was prepared yesterday morning.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the establishment.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gasket torn in.
14-11-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed standing freezer gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed standing freezer interior soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chicken stored inside walk in cooler uncovered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mayajigua Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mayajigua Restaurant on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mayajigua Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “interior of oven/microwave has accumulation” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Mayajigua Restaurant.
How does Mayajigua Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Mayajigua Restaurant most recently scored 22 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Mayajigua Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mayajigua Restaurant have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Mayajigua Restaurant 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 Mayajigua Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mayajigua Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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