EL PALACIO DE LOS FRIJOLES
15512 SW 72 ST · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33193
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
24 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 3
03D-02-5High Priority – Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Cooked Beans (70F – Cooling) at reach-in cooler near three compartment sink. As per chef, cooked the night before.
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed vegetables over ready to eat food at reach-in cooler near three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
01B-13-4High Priority – Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Cooked Beans (70F – Cooling). As per chef, cooked the night before.
Intermediate 3
11-27-4Intermediate – 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. Provided manager with cleanup procedures via email.
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board at reach-in cooler at cook line soiled. Cutting board was replaced with a new one. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1Intermediate – 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. Provided manager with employee reporting responsibilities agreement, staff started signing form during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
Basic 18
14-01-5Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls with no handle used to dispense food inside rice and beans containers.
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ac vent and ceiling tiles soiled at kitchen area and hallway leading to bathroom.
50-09-4Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted expired on October 1, 2023.
13-07-4Basic – Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet while preparing food at cook line.
13-03-4Basic – Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while handling food at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4Basic – Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
08B-38-4Basic – Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of rice and water stored on floor at hallway area. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4Basic – In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water at 96F.
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets soiled near fryers. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4Basic – Observed ice buildup in chest reach-in freezer near water heater.
31B-04-4Basic – Observed no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at unisex bathroom.
36-24-5Basic – Observed wall in disrepair under water heater and hole on wall next to exit to hallway area.
14-09-4Basic – Observed white cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at cook line. Cutting board was replaced with a new one. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4Basic – Open dumpster lid.
29-08-4Basic – Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet leaking at three compartment sink at front counter.
08B-12-5Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed raw beef not covered while stored at reach-in cooler near three compartment sink.
06-01-5Basic – Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken being thawed at room temperature at kitchen area. Chef moved product to a reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
36-30-4Basic – Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed walls thorough kitchen not smooth and easily cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 14, 2026 1:27 PM.
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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.