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PEPITO AREPA'S BAR

13460 NW 107 AVE STE 11, Hialeah Gardens, FL, 33018

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Most recent inspection

Date
August 7, 2026
Type
Routine - Food
Result
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Risk category
Not reported
Cited findings
11
Jurisdiction
Miami-Dade County (Miami), FL

Violations (11)

  • 08A-05-6CriticalCorrected on site

    Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.

    High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked beef in reach in cooler. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**

    High Priority

  • 41-10-4CriticalCorrected on site

    Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.

    High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer spray bottle underneath of preparation table next to gallon of oil and clean utensils. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

    High Priority

  • 10-05-5Critical

    In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

    High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use spoon stored in water at 84°F located at the cafeteria station.

    High Priority

  • 51-13-4

    No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

    Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

    Basic

  • 11-27-4

    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.

    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.

    Intermediate

  • 03D-15-4Corrected on site

    Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.

    Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed pico de gallo (89/85F - Cooling)covered while ambient cooling process, located in reach cooler. Operator uncovered. **Corrected On-Site**

    Intermediate

  • 31A-09-4

    Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.

    Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by the garbage can in kitchen area. Operator removed it.

    Intermediate

  • 22-20-5

    Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

    Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

    Basic

  • 31A-11-4Corrected on site

    Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.

    Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty cup in hand sink located at the front line. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

    Intermediate

  • 16-13-5

    Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.

    Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee washed spatula in 3 compartment sink with no sanitation solutions. Instructed operator regarding the ware washing procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**

    Basic

  • 10-08-5

    Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.

    Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.

    Basic

Source: Miami-Dade County (Miami), FL health department. Data refreshed October 16, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.