RICOLOMBIA RESTAURANT

Name: RICOLOMBIA RESTAURANT
Address: 715 E 9 ST, HIALEAH, FL, 33010, US
Rating: 86.3

715 E 9 ST, HIALEAH, FL 33010

License #2334907

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86.3 Grade B / 100

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RICOLOMBIA RESTAURANT in HIALEAH currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 86.3 out of 100 — a B grade — generally clean with some minor or moderate violations on record. This restaurant has 2 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on October 31, 2025. Across those visits, inspectors documented 33 total violations — 3 critical, 12 major, 18 minor.

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[05-08-4] No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed not food thermometer inside kitchen.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed not chlorine test kit available at the time of inspection.
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pods and pans not inverted on top of 3 compartment sink.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles containing oil and mojo not labeled. Observed container with sugar no labeled at front counter.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gaps underneath doors in the kitchen and whole way.
[14-14-4] Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed pain brush used at coffee station.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on the wall next to 3 compartment sink.
[11-26-1] 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.
[53B-02-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees hired over 60 days with no proof of training.
[50-08-7] Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed restaurant operating with no license, changed owner
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees inside kitchen with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

Warning Issued
[03A-03-5] Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs stored at ambient temperature in prep area. Observed operator storing shell eggs inside walk in cooler.
[05-08-4] No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed not food thermometer inside kitchen.
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees inside kitchen with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles containing oil and mojo not labeled. Observed container with sugar no labeled at front counter.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed not chlorine test kit available at the time of inspection.
[53B-02-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees hired over 60 days with no proof of training.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven and microwave interior soiled.
[21-05-5] Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed towel covering and touching boiled yucca.
[41-21-4] Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturers label. Observed spray bottles containing fabuloso with no labaled.
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pods and pans not inverted on top of 3 compartment sink.
[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.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gaps underneath doors in the kitchen and whole way.
[14-74-7] Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed ice machine at bar area with no door.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on the wall next to 3 compartment sink.
[32-11-5] Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Observed not toilet paper inside mens and womens bathroom.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse on top of prep area. Operator remove purse from prep area.
[21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed a wet towel under cutting board in prep area.
[50-08-7] Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed restaurant operating with no license, changed owner
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed oven exterior soiled with grease.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed metal scoop touching sugar. Operator remove the scoop from touching the handle.
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles not nonabsorbent inside kitchen and tiles in disrepair.

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