Mr Arepa
Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026
67
Score
The health department has logged 14 inspections at Mr Arepa, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 13, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to 10 violations.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food stored on floor”, showing up four times.
By comparison, the average Hialeah facility scores 76, putting Mr Arepa on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
14
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 13, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by a garbage can. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: Observed dirty utensils stored in hand sink. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-13: Still observed **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed addition of the oven in front of mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: No plans submited. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-13: Still observed **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee name Ameida with more than 2 months of being hired **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: Still observed **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-13: Still observed **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: Still observed **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-13: Still observed **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: Still observed **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-13: Still observed **Time Extended**
14-09-4
67
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects found, observed 8+ live flies landing on the box located in dry storage area shelves. Also observed approximately 4 live flies on shelves located above the 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: At the time of callback inspection still observed 5 live flies on dry storage shelves. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by a garbage can. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: Observed dirty utensils stored in hand sink. **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: Still observed **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed addition of the oven in front of mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: No plans submited. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee name Ameida with more than 2 months of being hired **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: Still observed **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: Still observed **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: Still observed **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining in hand sink located at the front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: Still observed **Time Extended**
29-20-5
50
Feb 11, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found, observed 8+ live flies landing on the box located in dry storage area shelves. Also observed approximately 4 live flies on shelves located above the 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cooked pork (55F - Hot Holding); cooked beef (53F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (54F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (53F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (55F - Hot Holding); cooked beef (53F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (54F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (53F - Cold Holding) for more than 4 hours as per operator. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by a garbage can. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed addition of the oven in front of mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-16-7
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. Employees name Amanda. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee name Ameida with more than 2 months of being hired **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 580F. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By the walking cooler. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food boxes on the floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining in hand sink located at the front counter. **Warning**
29-20-5
26
Nov 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed addition of the oven in front of mop sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-19: At the time of call inspection observed No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed addition of the oven in front of mop sink. **Warning** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: At the time of callback inspection observed addition of the oven in front of the mop sink. As per operator, they still waiting for the approval. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-24: At the time of callback inspection observed addition of the oven in front of the mop sink, no plan review has been submitted or approved. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-19: Still observed **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: Still observed **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-24: Still observed **Time Extended**
50-09-4
86
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed addition of the oven in front of mop sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-19: At the time of call inspection observed No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed addition of the oven in front of mop sink. **Warning** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: At the time of callback inspection observed addition of the oven in front of the mop sink. As per operator, they still waiting for the approval. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-19: Still observed **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: Still observed **Time Extended**
50-09-4
86
Aug 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed addition of the oven in front of mop sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-19: At the time of call inspection observed No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed addition of the oven in front of mop sink. **Warning** **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-19: Still observed **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-19: Still observed **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-19: Still observed **Time Extended**
23-03-4
78
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed empanadas ground beef (112F - Hot Holding); empanadas pabellon (114F - Hot Holding); tequenos (116F - Hot Holding); empanadas mechada (112F - Hot Holding) located in the front line, for less than 4 hours as per operator. **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked by garage can. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed gallons of soup stored inside hand sink. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located in the kitchen next to three compartment sink and customer bathroom. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed addition of the oven in front of mop sink. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Fried eggs. Provided consumer advisory to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple meat container on walk in freezer floor, also green sauce container on walk cooler floor. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on cleaned containers located above three compartment sink. **Warning**
16-46-4
37
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs and touched clean utensils. Instructed operator regarding the hand washing procedures. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over dessert in reach in cooler, operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employees step out of kitchen/restaurant wearing gloves than start working without changing gloves. Instructed operator regarding the hand washing procedures. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Chicken empanadas (88F - Hot Holding); ham and cheese empanadas(99F - Hot Holding) in hot holding box located at the front line, for less than 4 hours. Operator increased equipment temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test kit.
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling by the restroom.
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee chewing gum while cooking bacon on the grilled. Operator discarded it. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler floor soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed gallons of milk in walk in cooler floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
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. Filter soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in frezzer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
25
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
58
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
47
Feb 2, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed soup (53°F/50°F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler from the day before as per operator.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed soup (53°F/50°F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler from the day before as per operator.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken empanadas (116°F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding display for less than 4 hours as per operator, operator increased equipment temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap was provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple plastic container inside hand sink located next to three compartment sink. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels was replaced during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet wiping towel on top of preparation table. Operator placed inside chlorine sanitizer solutions at 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
21-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water on kitchen floor. Operator properly sit.
08B-38-4
37
Sep 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
86
Mar 29, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, paper towel was provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mr Arepa last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mr Arepa on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mr Arepa?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mr Arepa.
How does Mr Arepa compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Mr Arepa most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Mr Arepa's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mr Arepa have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Mr Arepa 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 Mr Arepa inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mr Arepa is inspected around four times per year on average.
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