Restaurant Universal Del Pueblo
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
67
Score
Inspectors have visited Restaurant Universal Del Pueblo eight times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 15, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two 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.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - 3 compartment sink sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 200+ppm) at three compartment sink at kitchen area. Operator correct during inspection Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed on hose Bibb at next to three compartment sink at kitchen area.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled at preparation table at kitchen area. Operator washed and sanitized during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
67
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door at main kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: Observed at back door at main kitchen. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest freezers at back kitchen area at main kitchen. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: Observed at chest freezers at back kitchen area at main kitchen. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
90
Sep 26, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in side walk in cooler - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken breast container stored over ready to eat portioned sauce at shelf inside walk in cooler. Operator stored under ready to eat items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed White Cheese (48F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator less than 2 hours. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked pork ribs (133F - Hot Holding); Chicken soup (129F - Hot Holding)at main kitchen area. As per operator less than two hours. Food was delivered at the time of inspection. Observed Stuffed Potatoes (115F - Hot Holding); Ham Croquettes (113F - Hot Holding) at front counter. As per operator for less than four hours. Operator increased the temperature of the unit. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink with clean plates and utensils on top at front counter. Operator removed it all. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled next to fryers at front kitchen area. **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at front kitchen. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine interior soiled with yellow mold-like substance. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed rusted can used as scoop inside sack of rice open next to back door at main kitchen. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door at main kitchen. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under shelves at walk in cooler at main kitchen and behind fryers at front kitchen. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest freezers at back kitchen area at main kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed not ambient thermometer inside hot holding unit next to steam table at front counter. Operator placed an ambient thermometer inside unit. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at front kitchen. **Warning**
14-73-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed sack of rice open and not covered next to back door at main kitchen. Also observed block of white cheese inside walk in cooler not covered. **Warning**
08B-12-5
32
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves at walk in cooler.
14-05-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
86
Aug 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw beef stored inside reach in freezer, located at cooking line. Employee removed items and placed them correctly.
08A-17-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed handle touching the sugar
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout kitchen areas.
36-27-5
70
Apr 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Dec 1, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed three compartment sink set up with chlorine sanitation solutions of 200 ppm. Operator add water, recheck 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
22-12-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (100°F - Hot Holding) on top of preparation table, for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator reheated at 165°F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
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. Emailed form to operator, form was printed and signed by employees. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
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. Emailed form to operator. Form was printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken inside standing water, operator open the cold running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on preparation table, operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
47
Sep 23, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed ground beef storage inside thank you bag, inside reach in freezer.
14-31-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door.
35B-01-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Restaurant Universal Del Pueblo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Restaurant Universal Del Pueblo on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Restaurant Universal Del Pueblo?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Restaurant Universal Del Pueblo.
How does Restaurant Universal Del Pueblo compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Restaurant Universal Del Pueblo most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Restaurant Universal Del Pueblo's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Restaurant Universal Del Pueblo have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Restaurant Universal Del Pueblo 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 Restaurant Universal Del Pueblo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Restaurant Universal Del Pueblo is inspected around two times per year on average.
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