NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 14, 2026Miami-Dade
Tropical Restaurant in Hialeah cited for 40 health code violations
State inspectors identified 40 health code violations at Tropical Restaurant, including the presence of insects, improper food storage, and lack of a valid operating license. Despite the high number of violations, the restaurant was not ordered to close.
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Residents dining at this establishment are exposed to food safety risks identified by state inspectors, including improper temperature control and unsanitary kitchen conditions.
Key Facts
- Tropical Restaurant received 40 health code violations during an inspection on August 7.
- The restaurant was found operating without a valid license.
- Inspectors observed live flying insects landing on sliced ham and pork.
- A cockroach was observed crawling on the floor near the kitchen hand-washing sink.
- Dead cockroaches were found in traps and under kitchen equipment.
- Raw pork and beef were stored above cooked meats in the refrigerator.
- Multiple food items were held at unsafe temperatures, including beans at 87 degrees and chicken soup at 91 degrees.
- Kitchen surfaces, including the ice machine and microwave, were found to be dirty.
- Employees were observed preparing food without hair protection.
- The restaurant was not ordered to close despite the volume of violations.