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BANCHERO

7315 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach FL 33141 · 305-763-8180

Last inspected Apr 8, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats36
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA2333841
Grade history
JUL 24
JAN 25
MAR 25
JUL 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef on speed rack inside of walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-20-5
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2018002396Jan 9, 2018Mar 21, 2018$400

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Apr 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter soiled with black mold-like substance.
Basic/22-20-5
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing beside hood system at cook line.
Basic/36-36-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at hand wash sink at front counter.
Basic/29-11-4
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Jul 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked bacon in cooler an entrance of kitchen. Employee placed items in correct storage order. Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored over ready to eat items in side of walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine in front counter soiled with black mold-like substance.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile in center of kitchen.
Basic/36-36-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap on top of exterior door.
Basic/35B-01-4
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of raw shell eggs, case of lettuce and bag of onions stored on floor inside of walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer in kitchen.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Employee removed tongs.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulb in walk in cooler missing shield.
Basic/38-07-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed good filters soiled with grease.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer in kitchen soiled with old food debris.
Basic/22-16-4
Stored food not covered. Observed raw sliced chicken, cooked ground beef, raw ground beef and cooked chicken wings stored in side of walk in cooler not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler rusted.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Mar 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed case of raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce on shelf inside of walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5/Repeat Violation
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs, raw ground beef and raw chicken stored over milk, margarine and heavy cream on shelves inside of walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with detergent on prep counter missing label.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter soiled with black mold-like substance.
Basic/22-20-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vent in front of restrooms soiled with dust debris.
Basic/36-34-5
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of raw ground beef, onions and oranges stored on floor inside of walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights in kitchen and light inside of walk in cooler missing light shields.
Basic/38-07-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled with dust debris. Observed speed rack inside of walk in cooler soiled with old food debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler rusted.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Jan 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over unwashed produce inside of walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over sliced ham and ready to eat sauces inside of walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef on speed rack inside of walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-20-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed papaya bottle with sanitizer not labeled near 3 compartment sink.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with deep cuts near microwave beside 3 compartment sink.
Basic/14-09-4
Food stored on floor. Observed case of tomatoes stored on floor inside of walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle.
Basic/10-20-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves inside of walk in cooler with rust.
Basic/14-17-4
Jul 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed container of raw beef stored over a box of lettuce inside of wall in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs and raw beef stored over bread and Parmesan cheese on shelf inside of walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef on speed rack inside of walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-20-5/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink at front counter. Employee provided paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine at front counter.
Basic/22-20-5
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at entrance of kitchen.
Basic/51-11-4
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
Basic/36-11-4
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of onions, a case of raw shell eggs and a case of raw beef stored on floor of walk in cooler. Observed cases of bread stored on floor at cook line. Observed plastic jugs of oil stored on floor at entrance of kitchen. Observed a case of plastic soda bottles stored on floor at front counter.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle in kitchen. Employee removed tongs from door handle.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters in kitchen soiled with accumulation of grease. Observed fan guards inside of walk in cooler soiled with dust.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

5 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee grab raw burger patty with gloved hands and proceed to cook and plate the ready to eat cheeseburger and proceed to cut lettuce head without washing hands or changing gloves. Operator and employee were coached on proper hand washing and glove change procedures.
High priority/12A-12-4/Corrective Action Taken
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked soufflés and bread on speed rack inside of the walk in cooler. Observed raw shell eggs stored cheese and Milanese sauce inside of walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken breast stored over raw pork and raw beef inside of walk in cooler. Observed raw shell eggs stored over raw beef inside of walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-20-5/Repeat Violation
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee grab raw burger patty with gloved hands and proceed to cook and plate the ready to eat cheeseburger and proceed to cut lettuce head without washing hands or changing gloves. Operator and employee were coached on proper hand washing and glove change procedures.
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced ham (57 F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (63 F - Cold Holding) placed above prep table counter during operations. As per employee for less than 1 hour. Employee placed items in reach in cooler for cooling.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container chemicals stored inside of hand wash sink near 3 compartment sink. Observed dirty utensils stored inside of hand wash at front counter. Manager removed items from both hand wash sinks.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at women's restroom. Employee provided paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment does not have a consumer advisory in establishment or in the menu while offering burgers medium well/medium rare and eggs. Operator was provided consumer advisory, printed and posted inside of establishment.
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure on floor of walk in cooler.
Basic/36-06-4/Repeat Violation
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed. Manager displayed license at the time of the inspection.
Basic/50-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed case of lettuce heads stored on floor at walk in cooler. Observed 3 plastic jugs of oil stored on floor at cook line.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle at cook line. Chef removed tongs from door handle.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled with accumulated dust and rust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed cooked house sauces not labeled. As per chef, sauces were prepared previous day.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation
Oct 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment gasket in poor repair. Observed beverage cooler with gaskets in disrepair.
Basic/14-11-5/Return visit Oct 12, 2023 · Equipment gasket in poor repair. Observed beverage cooler with gaskets in disrepair. Time Extended
Jul 26, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
Show 18 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed ground beef above fish inside walk in cooler. Employee inverted the storage order.
High priority/08A-20-5
Tracking powder pesticide used inside establishment. Observed Orthene tracking powder on the floor edges.
High priority/41-25-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of old residue on squeezer.
Intermediate/22-02-4
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. Missing for all the employees.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed some mold like substance inside the ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Basic/14-01-5
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboards on walk in cooler floor.
Basic/36-06-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of dust on kitchen ceiling tiles.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without hair restrain. Employee corrected the issue immediately.
Basic/13-03-4
Equipment gasket in poor repair. Observed beverage cooler with gaskets in disrepair.
Basic/14-11-5
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath at the exit door.
Basic/35B-01-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in Stan water with water temperature of 78F.
Basic/10-07-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets with mold like substance.
Basic/23-03-4
Stored food not covered. Observed uncovered containers with chicken soup and cooked red beans inside the walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish thawing in standing water. Employee moved the fish to the walk in cooler.
Basic/06-01-5
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of debris and grease on the wall.
Basic/36-27-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels left above the counter in the kitchen.
Basic/21-12-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed food products stored in plastic containers with no labels ( azúcar inside 2 containers as per owner).
Basic/02D-01-5

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.