Rico Rico Pizzas Fud Truck

8789 Nw 109 Terr, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33018

Pizza

Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Rico Rico Pizzas Fud Truck stretching back to 2022. Rico Rico Pizzas Fud Truck was last inspected on Jan 26, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “single-service articles improperly stored” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average for Hialeah Gardens sits at 66, putting Rico Rico Pizzas Fud Truck on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 26, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Changed task a couple times no glove change or hand washing. Coached operator on proper hand washing and glove use, flyer provided. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-09-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve containers stored on the floor Operator. Operator stored single serve containers 6 inches above the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Jul 17, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife between prep table and reach in cooler. Operator stored knife properly. **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with sugar no labeled with name. Operator labeled sugar container. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved white cutting board.

14-09-4

Dec 26, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed towel stored inside hand wash sink. Employee removed item from inside hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Manager put water to heat in stove. **Corrective Action Taken**

10-07-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed towels on top of preparation table.

21-12-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container no labeled.

02D-01-5

Sep 4, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed manager preparing food no hair restraint. **Repeat Violation**

13-03-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle inside sugar container. Manager stored sugar scoop with handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler soiled

23-03-4

Apr 2, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Jan 8, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Provided hand wash sign handout to operator.

31B-04-4

Apr 12, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water at 85F Water heater was off, manager turned water heater on After 3 minutes water at 105F **Corrected On-Site**

27-16-4

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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a case of single serve containers stored on the floor. Manager stored single serve containers six inches above floor. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Sep 26, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rico Rico Pizzas Fud Truck last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rico Rico Pizzas Fud Truck on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rico Rico Pizzas Fud Truck?

Across the inspection record, “single-service articles improperly stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rico Rico Pizzas Fud Truck.

How does Rico Rico Pizzas Fud Truck compare to other restaurants in Hialeah Gardens?

Rico Rico Pizzas Fud Truck most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Hialeah Gardens average of 66.

Has Rico Rico Pizzas Fud Truck's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rico Rico Pizzas Fud Truck have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rico Rico Pizzas Fud Truck 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 Rico Rico Pizzas Fud Truck inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Rico Rico Pizzas Fud Truck is inspected around two times per year on average.

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