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TOTORITAS RESTAURANT

7367 NW 36 ST · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33166

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateMarch 26, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionWarning Issued
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3402646
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8539452
DBPR license2321034

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
1 High Priority6 Intermediate21 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical28 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 1

#22High Priority12A-09-4

High Priority – Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed chef partake in different task without changing gloves, instructed him to remove gloves and wash hands before placing gloves and starting a new task and he did it. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Intermediate 6

#23Intermediate22-02-4

Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed exterior and interior of reach in coolers soiled at kitchen.

#24Intermediate53A-01-7

Intermediate – Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#25Intermediate16-37-1

Intermediate – No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#26Intermediate53A-05-6

Intermediate – 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/ **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#27Intermediate02B-02-5

Intermediate – Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory posted.

#28Intermediate53B-14-5

Intermediate – Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Guillermo Guizado food employee certificate expired on 3/9/2024.

Basic 21

#1Basic16-03-4

Basic – Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.

#2Basic16-21-4

Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#3Basic23-24-4

Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at reach in coolers by cook line.

#4Basic36-36-4

Basic – Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing at dry storage area.

#5Basic36-34-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen.

#6Basic14-09-4

Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area at kitchen.

#7Basic36-22-4

Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at walk in cooler.

#8Basic36-73-4

Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at walk in cooler.

#9Basic08B-47-4

Basic – Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxes of swai not stores at least 6 inches off of the floor at walk in cooler. Observed buckets of oil not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#10Basic36-24-5

Basic – Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall at coffee station soiled.

#11Basic14-69-4

Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up at reach in freezer by cook line.

#12Basic31B-04-4

Basic – No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign by the handsink next to 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#13Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Shelves soiled next to handsink by 3 compartment sink Observed gaskets soiled at reach in coolers throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#14Basic22-16-4

Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at kitchen area.

#15Basic14-33-4

Basic – Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at coolers throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#16Basic14-17-4

Basic – Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler.

#17Basic36-27-5

Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout the kitchen area.

#18Basic29-11-4

Basic – Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at handsink next to 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#19Basic42-01-4

Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

#20Basic21-12-4

Basic – Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen.

#21Basic02D-01-5

Basic – Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed Squeezed bottles with no labels across from cook line.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 8, 2026 3:03 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
2 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
1 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
4 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
3 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
2 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 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
6 observation(s)
Category 42 · Cleaning and maintenance equipment
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
3 observation(s)

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