EL CASTILLO DE LAS FRUTAS LLC
1140 W 68 ST #A, Hialeah FL 33012 · 305-887-2200
Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 12 visits since September 2023
SEP 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2024
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $1,120
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019030313 | Dec 27, 2018 | Mar 12, 2020 | $1,120 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the back of the establishment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at kitchen area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler.
Aug 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority5 Intermediate12 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 cooked rice (55F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler. As per manager food began the cooling process on the previous day and never reached 41° F. Food has been out of temperature control for more than 4 hours. Operator discarded.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw food being stored on Togo bags at walk in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored above cooked pasta on shelves at walk in cooler.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee washing their hands wearing gloves. Coached operator on proper procedures.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked rice (55F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler. As per manager food began the cooling process on the previous day and never reached 41° F. Food has been out of temperature control for more than 4 hours. Operator discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked onions (89F - Cold Holding); at preparation area, as per employee less than 1 hour. Also observed at front display cooked pork (133F - Hot Holding); beef stew (132F - Hot Holding) as per operator less than 1 hour. Operator proceed to reheated.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the back of the establishment.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on hand wash sink by walk in cooler. Operator provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed on both hand wash sinks at kitchen area. Operator provided.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed on hand wash sink on kitchen area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not date marked at walk in cooler.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed shut off hot water at bathroom.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed walk in cooler handle soiled with food debris.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed employee cutting potatoes on cardboard at kitchen area, operator removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed two ceiling tiles damaged at kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed in all cutting boards at kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic containers stored on floor next to ovens.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall at the back of the establishment.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at preparation area,operator removed.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed at back door by walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler.
Feb 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed thank you bags used to stored raw beef and raw pork inside walk in freezer.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at storage area by Walk in cooler.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in hand wash sink at bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved white cutting board at kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed trough out kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Feb 11, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed thank you bags used to stored raw beef and raw pork inside walk in freezer.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment open and serving food to customers at the time of inspection, license expired 10/01/2024.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs stored over cut onions and celery inside vertical cooler. Operator stored shell eggs on bottom shelf under ready to eat food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at salad display cooler; sliced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (49F - Cold Holding); macaroni salad (50F - Cold Holding); potato salad (50F - Cold Holding) According to employee items placed 1 hour ago. Operator put ice bags on containers to cool dawn.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steamer Steam table; grilled chicken (110F - Hot Holding) Placed 90 minutes ago according to cook. Operator placed chicken inside oven to reheat 45 minutes after,Steam table; grilled chicken (180F - Hot Holding)
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at storage area by Walk in cooler.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at bathroom.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in hand wash sink at bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved white cutting board at kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed trough out kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes with pork and chicken stored on the floor inside walk in freezer, operator stored food items six inches above the floor.
Open dumpster lid.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork thawing in bucket with standing water. Pork temperature 39F. Operator placed raw pork inside walk in cooler for proper thawing.
Sep 24, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee washed hands put gloves on without washing hands first and started serving food. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing and gloves use.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2024
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef containers stored above an uncovered container with cooked rice inside walk in cooler. Manager stored cooked rice on top shelf above raw beef.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed front counter cooler sliced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (52F - Cold Holding) prepared 1 hours ago, placed on cooler. Operator added ice bags to tomatoes and lettuce for rapid chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe at steamer front chicken quarters (127F - Hot Holding), prepared 2 hours ago, Manager took trays with chicken and placed on the oven to reheat, second temperature 30 minutes after chicken quarters (177F - Hot Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slice soiled.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on reaching cooler torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed inside walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed inside walk in freezer beef containers stored on the floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed ovens interior soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ovens exterior soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside walk in cooler, rusted shelves.
Mar 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved white cutting board at kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ovens exterior soiled at kitchen.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside walk in cooler rusted shelves.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking at hand sink faucet at kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jan 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 200+ppm) Employee set up new sanitizer solution Triple Sink (Chlorine 100 ppm);
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved white cutting board at kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed at front counter employee serving food no hair restraint. Employee put a hair net on.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside walk in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at kitchen.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ovens exterior soiled at kitchen.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside walk in cooler rusted shelves.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking at hand sink faucet at kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Sep 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling water damaged across walk in freezer.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board at preparation area, by kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at kitchen area.
Sep 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee changed task, no washing hands and changing gloves as needed. Manager coached employees on proper hand washing and glove use.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at refrigerated display front counter sliced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cabbage salad (46F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (47F - Cold Holding); guava and cheese sliced (49F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table front counter. cooked beef and potatoes (110F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (119F - Hot Holding); pork ribs (109F - Hot Holding); pork chops (111F - Hot Holding) Employee took food items to the kitchen to reheat.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board and can openersoiled at prep area back of the restaurant.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils inside hand wash sink at kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling water damaged across walk in freezer.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board at preparation area, by kitchen.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed at food preparation employees eating.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employees wearing Wrist jewelry and washes while serving food.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed inside walk in freezer, boxes with vegetables and plastic containers with pork belly stored in the floor.
Apr 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed employee bottle drink stored inside ice machine on top of ice.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed frozen strawberries stored in thank you bags.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed inside walk in cooler, raw chicken stored over raw pork. Employee stored raw chicken on bottom shelf under raw pork.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed employee drink bottle stored inside ice machine top of ice.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter macaroni salad (59F - Cold Holding)according to manager placed on cooler one hour ago. Employee placed macaroni salad ins freezer for rapid chill, second temperature 40 minutes later, macaroni salad (40F - Cold Holding)
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on hand wash sink next to 3 com sink at kitchen no paper towels.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling across from walk in freezer water damaged,also tiles with water stains at dining area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at kitchen white cu board grooved.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at kitchen area,
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets with cut potatoes, and pumpkin stored on the floor inside walk in cooler.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed at front area reach in cooler for customer self service, milk desserts, flans, tres leches, does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food.
Open dumpster lid. Employee closed dumpster lid
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside walk in cooler, shelves soiled with food residues.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside walk in cooler, shelves rusted.
Sep 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed fruit pulp and meat stored in nonfood-grade bags inside reach in freezer at prep area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine interior soiled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled reach in cooler and reach in freezer soiled at prep area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth over kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair over prep table.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board at kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed sneeze guard cracked at front counter.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing flower tiles throughout the kitchen area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed inside bathroom no sign available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in cooler and reach in freezer at prep area.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self closing in disrepair on bathroom
Sep 1, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 26 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority5 Intermediate15 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed icy hot creams next to hard cracker on shelves next to smoothie station.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed fruit pulp and meat stored in nonfood-grade bags inside reach in freezer at prep area.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed cilantro in reach in cooler at prep area.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed rusted cans, and soiled water dripping into smoked cut pork and sliced raw beef inside walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in cooler at front line sliced tomatoes (59F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (59F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (60F - Cold Holding) Employee added ice bags to food items to cool dawn.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at coffee station hot box croquettes (110F - Hot Holding); empanadas (111F - Hot Holding); stuffed yuca (111F - Hot Holding) Manager took food items to kitchen to reheat in oven. At front line steam table boiled yuca (107F - Hot Holding); fried chicken (117F - Hot Holding); pork ribs (114F - Hot Holding); chicken noodle soup (162F - Hot Holding); salmon (106F - Hot Holding); breaded fish (112F - Hot Holding); pork (130F - Hot Holding)
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 not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed trash can blocking the hand wash sink between prep tables.
Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Observed various fruit juices prepared and packaged on half gallon bottles on site no warning labels inside beverage cooler at front counter.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel in hand wash sink next to coffee machine.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cut fruit and juices prepared on site without date label in reach in cooler at front counter.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine interior soiled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled reach in cooler and reach in freezer soiled at prep area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth over kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair over prep table.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board at kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed sneeze guard cracked at front counter.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing flower tiles throughout the kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. O sack with carrots on the floor inside walk-in cooler.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth under cutting board at kitchen area.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed desserts, flans, milk and guava, cut fruit bowls, juice prepared on site no labeled.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed inside bathroom no sign available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in cooler and reach in freezer at prep area.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self closing in disrepair on bathroom
Stored food not covered. Observed uncovered food inside reach in freezer at prep area. Also inside reach in cooler, smoked pork and cut vegetables
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with salt not labeled at kitchen shelves.
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.