EL PUERTO DE VALLARTA
24811 S DIXIE HWY · HOMESTEAD · Dade County · FL 33032
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
6 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 2
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above lemonade containers in standing unit at preparation area, operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed preparing cooked mussels (58F – Cold Holding) next to 2 compartment sink, as per operator less than 2 hours. Operator add ice to container. **Corrective Action Taken**
Intermediate 2
02B-01-5Intermediate – Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment serving raw fish ceviche on menu,operator identified raw items on menu during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6Intermediate – No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Basic 2
12B-13-4Basic – Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal coffee inside reach in cooler across steam table, operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-08-5Basic – Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under water that was barely running/dripping. Observed raw whole snapper (40F – Cold Holding) on 3 compartment sink, operator corrected during inspection.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 14, 2026 8:46 AM.
Violation category totals
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.