EL AREPAZO
10191 NW 58 ST, Doral FL 33178 · 786-419-9344
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 6 visits since December 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sliced ham (57F - Cold Holding). As per staff, more than 4 hours.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 20 findingsThe state's own report →
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm). Corrected to 300ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sliced ham (57F - Cold Holding). As per staff, more than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced ham (57F - Cold Holding). As per staff, more than 4 hours.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed container of 3-in-one oil over preparation table at cook line. Container was removed.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter at mop sink missing vacuum breaker.
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 lasagna not date marked at WIC. As per PIC, made day prior. Coached staff on correct procedure.
Test kit for measuring the concentration of the sanitizing solution not used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions or employee unaware of proper use. Observed test kit expired in 2020.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter behind ice machine missing service date.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at front counter white cutting board.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed RIC gasket at front counter under white cutting board in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed under back exit door.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at WIF door and floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at ice machine. Staff correctly place scoop.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed sugar scoop handle in contact with sugar at WIC. Scoop was planned correctly.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at RIC under white cutting board at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed WIC gaskets soiled. Observed RIC gasket at front counter under white cutting board soiled.
Observed in-use knife stored in crack between white cutting board and RIC at front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar at cook line not labeled. Labeled during inspection.
Dec 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed BOILED MEAT (61F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per employee made the day prior.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed BOILED MEAT (61F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per employee made the day prior.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next to mop sink. Employee refilled paper towels.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter behind ice machine missing service date.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine soiled with mildew like substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed whit cutting board at front counter across from flattop griddle with deep marks and not easily cleaned.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed at warewashing area metal and plastic containers wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach in cooler at cook line under flattop griddle torn and in poor repair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at rear exit of kitchen area,
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed at mop sink missing vacuum breaker cap.
Jul 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed BEEF SOUP (55F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per operator made the day prior.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed BEEF SOUP (55F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per operator made the day prior.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink no back flow preventer on splitter.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee unaware of minimum hot holding temperature. Coached employee that 135F is the minimum hot holding temperature.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with slime like substance.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees wearing bracelets engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach in cooler at front counter, torn.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice. Operator removed scoop.
Aug 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink splitter.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee at cook line not knowing how to calibrate thermometer using the cold method. Coached employee on correct procedure.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observe plastic container inside hand washing sink. Container was removed..
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cutting board at front counter.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets in disrepair next to hot holding equipment at front counter.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Scoop was properly stored.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at hot box unit at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler and reach-in cooler drawer, at front counter, gaskets soiled
Open dumpster lid.
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located near fryer station at kitchen cookline.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board located at kitchen prep counter, near convection ovens.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of insulated foam cups stored on floor under front counter, near register.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container on kitchen prep counter, not labeled. Employee labeled container.
Dec 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked shredded "carne asada" in walk in cooler. Advised employee of proper food storage and to place under cooked food items.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed next to stove area, raw shelled eggs (64F - ambient temperature of kitchen ). Advised manager to stored directly in ice for rapid cooling.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at front counter handwashing sink, a container stored in sink. Employee removed.
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/. Observed 6 employees handling food and serving customers with no certified food manager present. Manger Alexis Mogollon arrived at time of inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Probe thermometer provided at time of inspection, was not functional, unable to use.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed at back of front counter next to stove, two pots stored on floor under shelf.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside ice machine at kitchen area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed a container of salt with scoop handle submerged in salt located across from stove area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed throughout kitchen, cooking equipment/ovens soiled with grease build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed throughout front counter kitchen reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed under front counter a box of foam cups stored on floor.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout front kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container of salt not labeled with name, located across from stove area.
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