I HEART FRIES

Name: I HEART FRIES
Address: 1675 W 49 ST , 1240, HIALEAH, FL, 33012, US
Rating: 30.8

1675 W 49 ST , 1240, HIALEAH, FL 33012

License #2335438

30.8 Grade F / 100

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September 21, 2026 · 12 findings · 1 critical

Routine - Food

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I HEART FRIES in HIALEAH currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 30.8 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has 2 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on September 21, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 40 total violations — 9 critical, 8 major, 23 minor.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils water at 100 F. Operator placed utensils container on top of burner to heat up.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen vents prep table.
[29-08-4] Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet handle hot water faucet at hand sink, front counter in disrepair.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed glass door cooler , interior soiled.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cooler table pico de gallo (49F - Cold Holding), placed 1 hour ago Operator placed inside walk in cooler for rapid chill.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handle in walk in cooler soiled.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen vents and tiles soiled.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
[25-06-4] Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve containers not inverted at kitchen. Operator inverted single serve containers.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked on shelves at walk in cooler.
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw burgers (frozen) next to fryer at kitchen area, operator moved to walk in cooler.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored above raw pork on standing unit at kitchen.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 89° next to stove, operator removed.
[12A-09-4] Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee changing tasks at kitchen not changing gloves . Coached employ proper procedures.
[13-07-4] Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging food preparation wearing a watch.
[21-09-4] Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on preparation table at kitchen.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units at kitchen area.
[29-09-4] Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed hot water handle loose at front counter.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area. Operator restocked during inspection.
[36-01-4] Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under rack at walk in cooler.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed cooked corn tortillas not covered apron standing unit at kitchen.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in cooler interior at kitchen area.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not identified with common name next to 3 compartment sink. Operator identified.
[14-31-5] Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw burgers stored on thank you bags.
[02C-01-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked pasta dated on 08/31, cooked steak 08/20 and homemade marinara sauce dated on 08/12 on shelves at walk in cooler. Operator discarded during inspection.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pasta dated on 08/31, cooked steak 08/20 and homemade marinara sauce dated on 08/12 on shelves at walk in cooler. Operator discarded during inspection.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausages (128F - Hot Holding) on steam table, as per operator less than 1 hour, operator proceeded to reheated.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap on both hand wash sinks, operator restocked during inspection.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above cooked corn tortillas on stand unit at kitchen.
[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.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulated on ceiling tiles at kitchen area.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled with food debris handles on both standing units at kitchen area.
[50-09-4] Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.