Palenque Restaurant #2
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
78
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Palenque Restaurant #2 stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 26, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near seven violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Among Hialeah restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.
8
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee cleaning prep table, washed utensils, no gloves changed before starting to prepare a pizza, No gloves changed , no hand washing observed. Coached employee in proper gloves use and hand washing.
12A-07-5
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed tin cans re used to store raw beef ham inside reach in cooler.
25-32-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box with SS cups stored on the floor, Operator stored SS cups six inches above the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
78
Aug 29, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand truck and ladder blocking hand wash sink next to ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit of any kind available. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop on standing water front counter. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents dusty at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a wrist watch during food preparation.
13-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed on hand sink next to 3 compartment sink. No sign. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed reusing single use cans to store ham ant pizza prep table.
25-32-4
50
Jan 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked by hand truck and ladder next to ice machine. Employee cleared area in front of hand sink, no longer blocked. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed two bags with ham inside hand sink at kitchen, employee removed ham bags. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. I employee preparing pizzas and serving food, no hair restraints.
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cans with tomato sauce stored on the floor next to ice machine, also two containers with cooked spaghetti inside walk in cooler floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at kitchen hand sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed two frozen bags with crumbled ham thawing at ambient temperature on 3 compartment sink. Operator stored frozen ham bags inside reach in cooler for proper thawing. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
67
Sep 18, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**
05-08-4
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit.
05-05-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at kitchen no sign at hand wash sink.
31B-04-4
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Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at hand wash sink near prep table.
31B-03-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pans not inverted above pizza storage.
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine lid broken.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in front of walk in cooler.
36-22-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on cardboard box.
10-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop stored in standing water at 65 F. Employee turn on water heating device for ice cream scoops. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed can opener soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups stored on floor near ice machine. Employee stored cup boxes six in above the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled near coffee station.
02D-01-5
55
Jul 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed two cans with mushrooms dented.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal container inside hand washing sink at kitchen. Employee removed metal container from inside hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen. Employee provides paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed boxes with single serve cups and lids stored on the floor on hallway by ice machine.
24-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken handle on chest freezer.
14-11-5
61
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container inside hand wash sink. Employee removed items from inside hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
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
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
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
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole on ceiling tile At kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an open can of Red Bull on shelf above preparation table. Employee discarded beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen cut ham being thawed at rom temperature. Employee put frozen ham inside reach in cooler for proper thawing. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
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Aug 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Aspirin stored next to cans of evaporated milk in the prep area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed trash can in front of hand washing sink next to ice machine. **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.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located at front counter and in the kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket disrepair in the kitchen area.
14-11-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bag of onions stored inside walk in cooler floor.
08B-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with sugar and salt with no label. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee bottle of drink stored inside make table cooler.
08B-49-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Palenque Restaurant #2 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Palenque Restaurant #2 on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Palenque Restaurant #2?
Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Palenque Restaurant #2.
How does Palenque Restaurant #2 compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Palenque Restaurant #2 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Palenque Restaurant #2's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Palenque Restaurant #2 have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Palenque Restaurant #2 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Palenque Restaurant #2 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Palenque Restaurant #2 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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