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EL SALVADORENO RESTAURANT AND GRILL

10855 SW 72ST UNIT 28 · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33173

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateAugust 4, 2026
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionAdministrative complaint recommended
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3726114
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID13764607
DBPR license2328666

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
6 High Priority0 Intermediate9 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical15 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

15 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 6

#10High Priority22-45-4

High Priority – Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing pots with no sanitation step. Advised operator to have pots sanitized before use.

#11High Priority14-86-1

High Priority – Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining bowl of plantains. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#12High Priority29-37-4

High Priority – Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose hanging inside of both triple sinks.

#13High Priority03A-02-5

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicharron mix (45F – Cold Holding); refried beans mix (45F – Cold Holding) on counter top across from cook line, as per operator for 2 hours. Observed diced tomatoes (47F – Cold Holding) next to flip top reach in cooler. Observed raw beef (44F – Cold Holding); cheese (44F – Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

Repeat ViolationAdmin Complaint
#14High Priority41-10-4

High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of stainless steel cleaner stored on shelf next to sugar packets at bar area.

#15High Priority41-15-5

High Priority – Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm). Advised operator to add more water.

Basic 9

#1Basic23-24-4

Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#2Basic14-74-7

Basic – 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 walk in cooler ambient temperature 44F.

#3Basic36-22-4

Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near floor drains in kitchen and dish areas. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#4Basic10-07-4

Basic – In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 90F at cook line. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#5Basic14-36-5

Basic – Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed reach in freezer door with exposed insulation across from walk in cooler.

#6Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#7Basic36-02-5

Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. In kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#8Basic14-17-4

Basic – Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#9Basic36-27-5

Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall above hood system dusty. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 10, 2026 1:49 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
4 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
1 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
2 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
3 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
2 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.