CATRINA RESTAURANT, CORP
7902 NW 36 ST STE 7-8, Doral FL 33166 · 7868323555
Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled at kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in freezer at kitchen.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler across cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelve at walk in cooler.
Aug 18, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee placed gloves without washing gloves
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chicken (50F - Cold Holding) pork (48F - Cold Holding); beef (41F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across cook line, as per employee since previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (50F - Cold Holding) pork (48F - Cold Holding); beef (41F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across cook line, as per employee since previous day.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handsink located across cook line.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap towels at handsink located across cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled at kitchen.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bucket with meat not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor by reach in freezer. Employee removed it.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in freezer at kitchen.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler across cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled at kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior soiled at kitchen.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelve at walk in cooler.
Mar 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed case of bandages on top of the prep cooler located. Chef removed case of bandages.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef inside of thank you.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over milk. Employee stored eggs on the bottom shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen hand washing sink used as a dump sink.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed three compartment sink set up as wash rinse and wash. Coached employee and chef to set up as wash rinse and sanitize. Employee corrected.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of drinks stored on the storage area floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the reach in freezer located at the back area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of the microwave soiled, inside oven soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed Swai stored inside of the reach in freezer not covered. Employee covered Swai.
Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored in thank you bags in reach in freezer in front of Walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over coleslaw and butter inside reach in cooler in front of stove in kitchen. Operator stored products as per safety storage requirements.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled in kitchen. Operator sent blade to be washed and sanitized.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed coffee cup stored inside HWS in kitchen. Operator removed cup.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork and beef not date married inside reach in cooler in front of griddle in kitchen. As per Operator both were cooked last Friday October 31st, 2025. Operator date marked both containers.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside shredded cheese container inside reach in cooler in front of griddle in kitchen. Operator removed cup.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer in front of Walk in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong stored on oven handle. Operator removed tong.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoop in standing water at 90°F in kitchen. Operator started to reheat water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers and freezer gaskets soiled throughout kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork container uncovered inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator covered container.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container unlabeled in kitchen.
Apr 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
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 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 chicken over raw beef inside reach in freezer in kitchen.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed under hand wash sink in kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at both hand wash sinks in kitchen. Operator provided soap.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pot stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed pot from floor.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed containers from floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong stored on oven handle in kitchen. Operator removed tong.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons in standing water at 90°F on reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator removed water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in coolers gaskets inside kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed cinnamon powder and salt containers unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled containers.
Jan 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine Test Kit.
Nov 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 chicken over raw beef inside reach in freezer in front of Walk in cooler. Operator stored products properly.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed three milk desserts containers without a proper invoice inside Walk in cooler.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored inside hand wash sink inside kitchen. Operator removed utensils.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine Test Kit.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed inside kitchen. Operator provided soap.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both restrooms.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged with food preparation without hair restraint. Employees put a hair restraint.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed seafood thawing in standing water inside kitchen. Operator put food under running water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt and flour containers unlabeled inside kitchen. Operator labeled containers.
Apr 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed Ceiling tiles in disrepair by 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Obseved walk in cooler floor soiled.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed Wall in disrepair by door next to the 3 compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handsink soiled by the front counter of the establishment. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed shelves by 3 compartment sink soiled. Observed dry storage shelves located next to reach in freezer soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed Wall soiled behind handsink next to dishwasher. Observed wall behind 3 compartment sink soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with rice with no label stored next to reach in freezer. Observed Squeeze bottles with no label at cook line.
Mar 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put new gloves without washing hands. Instructed employee to wash hands before putting new gloves and she did.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw corvina over cooked chicken at walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); steak (54F - Cold Holding) all cold holding at front counter. As per chef since early in the morning. Observed cut lettuce (56F - Cold Holding) all cold holding at front line. As per chef since early in the morning.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); steak (54F - Cold Holding) all cold holding at front counter. As per chef since early in the morning. Observed cut lettuce (56F - Cold Holding) all cold holding at front line. As per chef since early in the morning.
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. Provided handout by email to manager.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. At the time of the inspection no consumer advisory is posted. Provided via email to manager.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. At the time of the inspection observed chicken not date marked at walk in cooler for more than 24 hours.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed Ceiling tiles in disrepair by 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Obseved walk in cooler floor soiled.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed Wall in disrepair by door next to the 3 compartment sink.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. By the cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handsink soiled by the front counter of the establishment. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed shelves by 3 compartment sink soiled. Observed dry storage shelves located next to reach in freezer soiled.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed Wall soiled behind handsink next to dishwasher. Observed wall behind 3 compartment sink soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation table at front counter of the establishment.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with rice with no label stored next to reach in freezer. Observed Squeeze bottles with no label at cook line.
Oct 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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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/
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at Men's and Women's restrooms.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed plastic bottles of water stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed bottles from floor.
Food stored on floor. Observed lemon box stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed it from floor.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed grease on filters.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwaves interior inside kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed by dish washing machine in back kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled beverage reach in cooler gaskets by cook line. Also, observed soiled Walk in cooler fan covers.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Also, observed shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in front of dish washing machine.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt and oil containers without labeled inside kitchen. Operator labeled them.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed extinguisher in recharge zone located by ice machine at front counter.
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