Puerquito Relleno
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
64
Score
Puerquito Relleno appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 13, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around nine violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Hialeah facility scores 76, putting Puerquito Relleno on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 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 - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue in the hand wash sink located in the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Women Employee bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle stored on the preparation table at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Kitchen.
36-24-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
64
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a couple of scent air sprays stored above the reach in freezer and also next to condensed milk cans located by the hand wash sink at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Operator unable to answer at the big 6 foodborne illnesses. Reviewed the big 6 with operator during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Manager unable to answer the probe thermometer calibration. Reviewed proper probe thermometer calibration with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
53A-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue in the hand wash sink located in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed walk in cooler door handle with rust.
22-31-4
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed sugar in a container not labeled.
02D-02-4
Basic - Large Chest Reach-in freezer interior has accumulation of soil residues. Also observed interior of upright reach in freezer located at preparation area soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food observed in a salt container at cook line.
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handle. Observed in reach in freezer located by the hand wash sink at kitchen.
23-24-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
43
Feb 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
37
Sep 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed thank you bags used to store raw pork inside reach in freezer. Manager stored food items in food grade bags. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed On door to outside at kitchen .
35B-01-4
82
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. At the time of the inspection, employee did not have any proof of manager training.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. At the time of the inspection, employee did not have any proof of food training.
53B-01-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container of oil stored on the floor located by the walk in cooler. Employee removed container from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knifes store behind the 3 compartment sink. Employee removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
74
Jun 6, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Puerquito Relleno last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Puerquito Relleno on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Puerquito Relleno?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Puerquito Relleno.
How does Puerquito Relleno compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Puerquito Relleno most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Puerquito Relleno's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Puerquito Relleno have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Puerquito Relleno 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 Puerquito Relleno inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Puerquito Relleno is inspected around two times per year on average.
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