ASADOS EL PAISITA FONDA
9941 SW 142 AVE, Miami FL 33186 · 7862056125
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored above raw beef located in walk-in cooler #1.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 11, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed a mop sink, as per plans outside of establishment to the right of exit door, removed and installed under hand wash sink to the left of three compartment sink. Observed hand wash sink, as per plans, installed to the left of the ice machine at front counter was removed.
Mar 19, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed a mop sink, as per plans outside of establishment to the right of exit door, removed and installed under hand wash sink to the left of three compartment sink. Observed hand wash sink, as per plans, installed to the left of the ice machine at front counter was removed.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing across from walk in cooler above kitchen exit door.
Mar 11, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand wash sink removed at front counter removed from food preparation.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed a mop sink, as per plans outside of establishment to the right of exit door, removed and installed under hand wash sink to the left of three compartment sink. Observed hand wash sink, as per plans, installed to the left of the ice machine at front counter was removed.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing across from walk in cooler above kitchen exit door.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer to the left of front counter at dining area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil stored in water measuring 113F at cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler across from cook line.
Mar 3, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate16 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can of green beans in walk in cooler. Operator segregated can of green beans. Observed dented can of pineapple in shelf across from walk in cooler. Operator segregated can of pineapple.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in freezer to the left of three compartment sink raw pork stored in container holding cooked pork. Operator removed raw pork from container and stored separately.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked pork in walk in cooler. Operator stored raw chicken below cooked pork. Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef in walk in cooler. Operator stored raw chicken below raw beef.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee engage in food preparation and rinse gloves in between tasks without changing them. Employee was coached on proper procedure. Employee washed their hands and change gloves.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee rinse hands in three compartment sink. Employee washed coached on proper procedure.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand wash sink removed at front counter removed from food preparation.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed a mop sink, as per plans outside of establishment to the right of exit door, removed and installed under hand wash sink to the left of three compartment sink. Observed hand wash sink, as per plans, installed to the left of the ice machine at front counter was removed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed salsa and chimichurri in walk in cooler without date marking, as per operator prepared more than 24 hours.
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 Carlos engaging in food handlers with expired sept
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl in container with seasoning mixture on preparation sink to the right of three compartment sink. Employee removed no handle bowl. Observed no handle bowl in container with beans on shelf below preparation table to the right of three compartment sink. Operator removed no handle bowl.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing across from walk in cooler above kitchen exit door.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent heavily soiled with dust above three compartment sink. Observed ceiling vent heavily soiled vent above cook line.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed establish operating without current license posted.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal water bottle on preparation table across from front counter. Employee removed water bottle from preparation table.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint. Employee was provided with hair net by operator.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers stored above three compartment sink wet nesting.
Food stored on floor. Observed mayonnaise stored on floor. Employee stored containers six inches off of floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer to the left of front counter at dining area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle at preparation table across from front counter. Employee removed tongs from oven handle.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop in container of ground coffee not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil stored in water measuring 113F at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan cover in walk in cooler. Observed soiled hose at three compartment sink.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed clean utensils stored upright to the left of reach in cooler across from cook line. Operator inverted utensils.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler across from cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar on preparation table across from front counter without label. Observed container of salt on shelf below preparation table to the right of three compartment sink without label of common name.
Dec 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen dusty ceiling and tiles.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles on floor.
Sep 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed tongs cook changed task, touched garbage can, no gloves changed or hand washing observed, before handling clean equipment. Coached cook on proper glove use and hand washing.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked shredded chicken inside walk in cooler 51F Cold Holding out for 45 minutes, Operator placed container with chicken inside reach walk in freezer for rapid chill.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside cooked rice cup no handle used to dispense food rice. Operator discarded cup.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at kitchen floor.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen dusty ceiling and tiles.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles on floor.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink was removed.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee water bottle inside reach in freezer. Bottle was removed.
Apr 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinking on shelf under food containers. Manager discarded employee drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell pho and charger stored on shelf next to food containers. Manager moved personal items, and stored them properly.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Explained correct order to operator send handout about manual washing to operator. They reset 3 compartment correctly.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Observed inside walk in cooler pots containing beans soup and pink sauce no covered. Employee covered food pots.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation table at kitchen.
Nov 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed 3 cans of bug/ ant spray stored at prep area next to stand mixer. Operator removed.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler raw chicken stored over cooked potatoes. Employee removed and stored correctly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in walk in cooler raw chicken stored over raw ground beef. Employee removed and stored correctly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizing tablets stored in reach in cooler. Operator removed.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a bin of dry rice at cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled with dust build up.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed at kitchen area, cook pork stored in bowl on floor to cool. Operator removed and stored on prep table.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed walls through kitchen peeling paint and in disrepair.
Stored food not covered. Observed at cook line shelf, a bin of dry rice stored not covered. Operator placed lid over container.
Mar 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed in the dry storage area.
Feb 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored above raw beef located in walk-in cooler #1.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored with tostones located in the 3 door reach in freezer.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk-in cooler: #1; raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); raw pork (47F - Cold Holding)as per operator from yesterday. #2: raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); raw beef (48F - Cold Holding); raw pork (48F - Cold Holding) as per operator from yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler: #1; raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); raw pork (47F - Cold Holding)as per operator from yesterday. #2: raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); raw beef (48F - Cold Holding); raw pork (48F - Cold Holding) as per operator from yesterday.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine strength at greater than 200 ppm, operator diluted to 100ppm
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils stored in the unit by the front counter.
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 ambient temperature, walk in cooler #1, at approximately 46F at the time of the inspection. Ambient temperature, walk in cooler #2, at approximately 44F at the time of the inspection
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets containing mayonnaise stored on the floor opposite 3 compartment sink.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed in the dry storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed by the 3 compartment sink.
Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed boxes containing single serve coffee cups stored on the floor by the front counter.
Aug 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed marinated chicken stored above shredded cheese,cooked chicken located in the walk-in cooler #2. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cooked beans located in walk-in cooler #2.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk in cooler: cooked beef (50F - Cold Holding)as per operator from yesterday; cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding)as per operator from yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler: cooked beef (50F - Cold Holding)as per operator from yesterday; cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding)as per operator from yesterday.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottled drinking water stored on floor of walk-in cooler.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed for the standing reach in freezer,kitchen.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan covers in walk-in cooler #2 soiled with accumulation of dust.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed for both walk-in coolers.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed for the bulk sugar,flour bins.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.