EL RINCONCITO LATINO
6741 SW 24 ST SUITE 16 · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33155
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
31 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 5
22-41-4High Priority – Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dishwasher machine at 0 ppm. Dishwasher set up 3 compartment sink until dishwasher is fixed. Operator prime dishwasher machine during the inspection, final reading Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
22-49-4High Priority – Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dishwasher machine at 0 ppm. Dishwasher set up 3 compartment sink until dishwasher is fixed. Operator prime dishwasher machine during the inspection, final reading Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked chicken inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw pork (56F – Cold Holding) stored inside reach in cooler drawers, as per operator for less than 1 hour prior. Advised operator to put ziplock with ice since they open and close at busy hours. Observed pooled eggs (56F – Cold Holding) at cook line inside container with ice, as per operator for less than 2 hours prior. Advised operator to place product inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at hose bib at end of cook line. **Repeat Violation**
Intermediate 8
16-37-1Intermediate – Chlorine chemical test kit expired on 02-2022 provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
53B-16-4Intermediate – Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed dishwasher unable to answer chlorine sanitation concentration. Coached employee on correct concentration parameters.
12A-03-4Intermediate – Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed cook washing hands inside 3 compartment sink. Coached cook on correct procedures, cook washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed big round trash can blocking hand washing sink at cook line, operator removed. **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. Observed 2 new employees Ellen Garcia and Aliena Santiesteban with no health reporting agreement signed. Provided to operator 2 blank copies and employees signed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-14-4Intermediate – Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge unaware of maximum cold holding temperature, coached manager to correct reading.
53B-13-5Intermediate – Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 2 new employees Ellen Garcia and Aliena Santiesteban hired more than 60 days with no proof of any training.
02C-02-5Intermediate – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken soup inside reach in cooler at storage area by walk in cooler no date marked, as per operator for more than 24 hours prior. **Repeat Violation**
Basic 18
22-20-5Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at kitchen entrance area.
16-21-4Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
36-37-5Basic – Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4Basic – Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and pans at shelf at kitchen area not inverted. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on top of reach in cooler by 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5Basic – Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in poor repair at reach in cooler located at storage area by walk in cooler.
36-22-4Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4Basic – Food stored on floor. Observed container of plantains stored on floor by 3 compartment sink at kitchen area.
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer located at storage area by walk in coolers.
10-07-4Basic – In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop in standing water at 57F on top of reach in freezer by walk in coolers located at storage area.
38-07-4Basic – Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at cook line entrance. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside reach in cooler drawers at cook line. Observed hoods soiled with grease accumulation.
14-33-4Basic – Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside reach in cooler at storage area near walk in cooler.
25-06-4Basic – Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service to go trays not inverted at shelf at cook line.
08B-12-5Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed ice cream inside reach in freezer at storage area not covered. Observed cooked pork inside walk in cooler not covered. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at storage area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with heavy grease accumulation behind fryers. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4Basic – Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of steam table at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 30, 2026 1:31 PM.
Violation category totals
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1 observation(s)
3 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
4 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
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.