EL CAMINANTE REST&CAFETERIA
11351 W FLAGLER ST, Miami FL 33174 · (305)554-7505
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (87F - Hot Holding) on steam table. As per employee for 2 hours.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with. Observed raw chicken stored inside thank you bag..
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen food splash on ceiling tiles
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in front of ice machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on the floor at kitchen. Operator stored cooking oil container six inches above the floor.
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In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Operator removed tongs
Mar 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork stored over plantains inside doble glass door. Operator properly rearranged.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over dairy spread inside reach in cooler at kitchen. Operator properly rearranged.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle on top of slicer at kitchen.
Jul 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food not properly identified inside reach in cooler at front counter. Operator properly identified product.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee water inside reach in cooler at front counter. Operator removed the water.
Apr 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed employee medicine stored over sauces inside reach in cooler at front counter. Operator segregated the medicine.
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. Observed training for Yenia, Maria, Magdalena, Edy all expired on 1/25.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled at kitchen.
Jul 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bread with butter (79F - Cold Holding) at front counter. As per employee for approximately 2 hrs. Employee placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed paper towels stored inside Hans sink at front counter.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at men's room.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef (frozen) thawing in standing water inside triple sink. Employee turned on cold water for proper thawing.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt inside plastic container without label at kitchen. Employee properly labeled product.
Apr 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 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 over raw beef heart. Employee removed the beef heart from under the eggs.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw pork (46F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to kitchen entrance. As per employee raw pork was last used over six hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw pork (46F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to kitchen entrance. As per employee raw pork was last used over six hours.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. Employee provided the soap.
Required employee training operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed copy of employee training certificate for all employees.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair before mens room.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lid missing.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour inside plastic container without labeled at kitchen.
Dec 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bread with butter (69F - Cold Holding) at front counter. As per manager for 3 hours. Manager placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (87F - Hot Holding) on steam table. As per employee for 2 hours.
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/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink. Employee provided the paper towels.
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 provided form to manager.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food not segregated from food for public service inside reach in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed white vinegar on kitchen floor. Employee replaced item on shelve.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris. Observed on shelve next to refrigerator.
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.