Inspection Report

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LOS PARADOS RESTAURANT INC

5394 NW 72ND AVENUE · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33166

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateSeptember 17, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionInspection Completed – No Further Action
Resultmet_inspection_standards
Inspection number3447638
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8736665
DBPR license2318544

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
1 High Priority2 Intermediate17 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical20 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 1

#18High Priority03A-03-5

High Priority – Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed more than a dozen raw shell eggs at 80°F stored on reach in cool inside kitchen. As per Operator eggs have been outside for an hour. Operator stored eggs inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate 2

#19Intermediate53A-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
#20Intermediate31B-03-4

Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink inside kitchen. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Basic 17

#1Basic22-20-5

Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

#2Basic36-34-5

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

Repeat Violation
#3Basic24-26-4

Basic – Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean cutting board on kitchen floor. Operator sent cutting board to be washed and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken
#4Basic14-09-4

Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed big cutting boards throughout kitchen.

#5Basic14-11-5

Basic – Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn in front of flat griddle in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#6Basic36-17-5

Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing grout throughout kitchen.

#7Basic14-69-4

Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer inside beer room. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#8Basic10-17-4

Basic – In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between prep table and wall inside kitchen. Operator removed knife. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#9Basic21-04-4

Basic – In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#10Basic14-36-5

Basic – Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed inside beer room.

#11Basic31B-04-4

Basic – No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter.

#12Basic23-03-4

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

Repeat Violation
#13Basic14-33-4

Basic – Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in front of flat griddle in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#14Basic08B-12-5

Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed black beans pot uncovered inside Walk in cooler. Operator covered pot. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Corrected On-SiteRepeat Violation
#15Basic06-01-5

Basic – Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed liver thawing at room temperature inside kitchen. Operator stored liver inside Walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#16Basic14-17-4

Basic – Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#17Basic29-11-4

Basic – Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from unit inside Walk in cooler.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 24, 2026 1:16 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 6 · Proper thawing of TCS food
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
1 observation(s)
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
6 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
1 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 24 · Storage/handling of clean equipment and utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
2 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
2 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
1 observation(s)

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