BARRIO LATINO RESTAURANT
20475 BISCAYNE BLVD STE G 1-3, Aventura FL 33180 · 786.281.0330
Last inspected Aug 4, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw corvina bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
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Observed Floor tiles in walk in cooler/ freezer missing and in disrepair.
Observed Hole in wall next to walk in cooler.
Observed cases of Food stored on floor in dry storage area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in cooler/ freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Oct 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Observed various foods prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense sauce.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor in walk in cooler/ freezer in disrepair.
Food storage container cracked or broken.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Observed Hole in wall next to walk in cooler.
Observed ice bucket stored on floor in bar area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of rice and dry beans removed from original container placed in plastic containers not identified by common name.
Jul 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food being stored in non food grade plastic bags. Located in walk in cooler/ freezer.
No soap provided at handwash sink located near oven. Chef added.
Observed Soap dispenser at handwash sink in disrepair and unable to effectively dispense soap. Located by entrance.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed employee using a bowl with no handle to dispense rice from steam table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Located in walk in cooler/ freezer.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
Observed Hole in wall next to walk in cooler.
Observed bread stored on prep table not covered.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located under table top steamers.
Jan 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food being stored in non food grade plastic bags. Located in walk in cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed employee using bowl to dispense rice. Chef removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and in disrepair. Located in walk in cooler/ freezer.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Located in walk in cooler/ freezer.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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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 due to forms printed but not filled out.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. As of 3/1/24.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Located in walk in cooler/ freezer.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Reach-in cooler/ freezer interior and shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 17, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed chef using a bowl with no handle to dispense rice for customer consumption.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone being stored in plate on prep table. Chef removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Located in walk in cooler and freezer.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of potatoes and rice being stored on floor in dry storage area.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of takeout containers being stored on floor in dry storage area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Located in bar area.
Aug 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed chef use a bowl with no handle to dispense rice.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Located in walk in cooler and freezer.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Located in kitchen area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water was 99°F and located next to steam table.
Reach-in cooler/ freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
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.