Tu Cocinita Catering
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
58
Score
Public records show 16 inspections at Tu Cocinita Catering stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 4, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 76, which Tu Cocinita Catering's 58 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
16
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 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 stored on top of raw ground beef inside walk in freezer. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented pineapple can in front of warmers at kitchen area. Operator segregated to be returned to seller. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored inside non food grade bag inside walk in freezer. Operators removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed behind door next to mop sink.
42-01-4
58
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 can of apple sauce dented at dry storage area. Operator discarded it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine chemical test kit expired 2024
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior off ice machine soiled in front of walk in cooler at kitchen area. Operator wiped it down during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the floor at walk in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled next to can opener at kitchen area. Operator cleaned it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
67
May 17, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches inside cabinet underneath of hand sink located near preparation area. At the time of the inspection At the time of the inspection establishment prepared food for HSP accounts and are ready to deliver them. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed gallons of milk on walk-in cooler floor. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. By the hand sink located at the ware washing room. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
74
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Ceiling tile missing.
36-36-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in walk in cooler floor. Operator cleaned it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
90
Oct 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in freezer floor soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: Still observed **Time Extended**
36-73-4
95
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed delivery van milk (55°F - Cold Holding). inside delivery vehicle. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed delivery van milk (55°F - Cold Holding). inside delivery vehicle. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in freezer floor soiled. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed gallons of milk on walk in cooler floor. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
64
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
70
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed 2 double doors unused reach in cooler, unused stove in preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: Still observed. **Time Extended**
33-31-5
95
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot holding box chicken patties (128°F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding box. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed hot holding box chicken patties (128°F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding box. Observed delivery truck; first truck milk (47°F - Cold Holding) also observed cut water melon (55°F - Cold Holding) prepared from last night as per operator. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Delivery truck; first truck milk (47°F - Cold Holding), also observed cut water melon (55°F - Cold Holding) prepared from last night as per operator. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Basic - Fly catch device over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Operator removed it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35B-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed gallons of milk on the walk in cooler floor, operator properly stored it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator properly sit. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gaskets soiled, walk in cooler fan cover soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed 3 dead flies on preparation table.** **Admin Complaint**
35A-03-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed 2 double doors unused reach in cooler, unused stove in preparation area. **Warning**
33-31-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed sliced packages of turkey inside prep sink, turkey (solid frozenF - Cold Holding); turkey (41°F - Cold Holding). Operator placed the turkey inside walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
06-01-5
43
Oct 11, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed first van cooked pastas (108°F - Hot Holding); white rice (115°F - Hot Holding); black beans (118°F - Hot Holding); sweet plantain (114°F - Hot Holding), located next to hot holding box inside the van. **Admin Complaint**
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 first van cooked pastas (108°F - Hot Holding); white rice (115°F - Hot Holding); black beans (118°F - Hot Holding); sweet plantain (114°F - Hot Holding), located next to hot holding box inside the van. **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves in walk cooler milk. **Warning**
14-17-4
70
Jun 28, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
95
Aug 5, 2022
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tu Cocinita Catering last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tu Cocinita Catering on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tu Cocinita Catering?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tu Cocinita Catering.
How does Tu Cocinita Catering compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Tu Cocinita Catering most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Tu Cocinita Catering's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tu Cocinita Catering have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Tu Cocinita Catering 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 Tu Cocinita Catering inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tu Cocinita Catering is inspected around four times per year on average.
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