EL CHURRASCASO BRAZILIAN GRILL
20505 S DIXIE HWY STE 1245, Miami FL 33189 · 786-280-6025
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 11 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Observed approximately 20 live, small flying insects found around dry storage area, mop sink and at the dishwasher area.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn at the cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles in the kitchen. Akso observed walk in cooler floor damage.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
Aug 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (46 F - Cold Holding); pork (48 F - Cold Holding); beef (48 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler at the front counter. As per employee less than 3 hours ago.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection next to the hand wash sink in the kitchen area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink in the kitchen. Employee provided paper towels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed couscous not date marked inside the walk. In cooler. As per employee it was cook on Sunday.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed spoons to stir beverages not properly stored inside a metal container.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler is not working properly. Temperature was at 48°F.
Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee removed the glass of water.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone stored on preparation table at the front counter. Employee removed it.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn at the cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles in the kitchen. Akso observed walk in cooler floor damage.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between preparation tables at the cook line. Employee removed it.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Employee removed it.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Employee removed them.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the front counter. Employee removed it.
Feb 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed stored chlorine sanitizer was at 0 ppm. Manager was advised to set up 3 compartment sink.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed stored chlorine sanitizer was at 0 ppm. Manager was advised to set up 3 compartment sink in order to sanitize utensils.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection in the kitchen area. Manager installed it.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed spoons to stir beverages not properly stored inside a metal container. Manager stored them properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a wallet and car keys stored above preparation table. Employee removed the items.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaged in food preparation at the front counter wearing a bracelet.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn at the front counter. Also observed walk in freezer door gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole on the wall above the dishwasher machine.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife stored between preparation tables. Manager removed it.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a sugar container not identified by the coffee machine.
Oct 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit for chlorine provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles in the dishwasher area.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
Oct 14, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Observed approximately 20 live, small flying insects found around dry storage area, mop sink and at the dishwasher area.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed one rodent dropping on top of syrups in dry storage area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); feta (50F - Cold Holding); cut kale (48F); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding), in the reach cooler. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); feta (50F - Cold Holding); cut kale (48F); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding), in the reach cooler. Stop sale was issued.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at the mop sink bib and the bib connecting to a hose next to hand wash sink.
No chemical test kit for chlorine provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash station next to walk in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marking for potato salad, cut tomatoes, cut kale, creme brulee and cooked yuca inside the walk in cooler. Also observed an open can and milk in a metal container in the reach cooler next to coffee station. Per operator both milks were not opened today.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and vents around kitchen, preparation, dry storage, ware-wash areas were soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the cutting board of prep table with deep grooves.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no hair restrain on male employee.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles in the dishwasher area.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at the mop sink and hand wash sink.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in the reach in coolers.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining at the hand wash sink between prep tables.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mold like substance on the walls around mop sink and dishwashing machine area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking at the pipe of hand wash sink next to walk in cooler.
Oct 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 47 violations recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority8 Intermediate31 Basic
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Observed approximately 20 live, small flying insects found around dry storage area, mop sink and at the dishwasher area.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed two cans of RAID spray stored on a shelf above prep tables.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chilled eggs stored next to unwashed potatoes. Manager separated the potatoes to another shelf.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed one rodent dropping on top of syrups in dry storage area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); feta (50F - Cold Holding); cut kale (48F); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding), in the reach cooler. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); feta (50F - Cold Holding); cut kale (48F); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding), in the reach cooler. Stop sale was issued.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed stored in the floor under hand wash sink that's in between preparing tables. Also stored on prep table next to soda machine and also stored above clean containers by the mop sink.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at the mop sink bib and the bib connecting to a hose next to hand wash sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the orange juice press, can opener, inside ice machine and soda machine nozzles soiled.
No chemical test kit for chlorine provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash station next to walk in cooler.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink across of dishwasher.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed non food grade brush with metal used at the coffee station.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marking for potato salad, cut tomatoes, cut kale, creme brulee and cooked yuca inside the walk in cooler. Also observed an open can and milk in a metal container in the reach cooler next to coffee station. Per operator both milks were not opened today.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed two certificates missing Date of Birth. Manager was able to correct during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container used as scoop on top of the cheese at the front line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and vents around kitchen, preparation, dry storage, ware-wash areas were soiled.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed a knife and two knife sharpers stored on a dirty shelf of ice machine.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean cups not protected from splashing being stored right next to hand wash sink.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed food inside reach in cooler were out of temperature and thermometer was reading at 34°F. No ambient thermometer inside the reach in cooler.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the cutting board of prep table with deep grooves.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bag stored on prep table.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet while preparing food.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no hair restrain on male employee.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed ceramic bowls and plates stored wet nesting on shelves in dry storage area. Also observed plastic food containers wet nesting near mop sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the inside panel door of walk in freezer in disrepair, the door gaskets of reach in cooler, and handle of reach in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles in the dishwasher area.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at the mop sink and hand wash sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in reach in freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed zapper on prep table in kitchen.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in the reach in coolers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the door gaskets of reach in coolers, walk in cooler and walk in freezer soiled,
Observed the interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed clean cups not protected from splashing being stored right next to hand wash sink.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining at the hand wash sink between prep tables.
Stored food not covered. Observed an open can of evaporated milk and milk inside a metal container not covered in the reach in cooler next to coffee station. And two bowl of creme brulee inside the walk in cooler.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed a red onion with its skin on stored on top of ready to eat cut kale inside the baine marine of prep trolley.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mold like substance on the walls around mop sink and dishwashing machine area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking at the pipe of hand wash sink next to walk in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed two wet mops stored on the floor not allowing to dry near dishwasher.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth stored on a prep table.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed no label on the plastic container containing sugar near coffee station.
May 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 22 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority7 Intermediate14 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed stored above microwave and prep table. Operator moved to secluded location.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Operator placed at triple sink to be cleaned.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bowl stored inside hand sink at cook line. Operator moved out of the way.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit; chlorine sanitizer.
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. Observed 2 employees working for less than 2 months on site; no agreement. Inspector provided form and associates and manager signed and dated.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray at front counter.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed where installs and container of oil are under prep table.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed near ice bin, hole in tile.
Food stored on floor. Observed container on freezer floor; operator placed on shelf during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in both chest freezers at cook line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on cook line; operator placed on shelf on cook line.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed zapper on prep table in kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster; inspector provided via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in cooler on cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed in chest freezer ice cream without lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use.
Dec 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside handwashing sink next to walk in cooler entrance.
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 probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed not probe thermometer available for food safety.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed not soap available at men bathroom used by food handling employees.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dusted/soiled AC returns over mop sink area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two green cutting boards with mark not longer cleanable at kitchen preparation table.
Food stored on floor. Observed contain Net oh cooking oil stored on the floor at kitchen, also a bag of potatoes at walk in cooler.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at all reach in coolers units at kitchen line.
Stored food not covered. Observed several containers of ice cream at chest freezer uncovered.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping towels not stored in sanitizer bucket at different kitchen preparation tables.
May 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the preparation cooler located across front the fryers cheese (69F - Cold Holding); cooked cassava (70 F - Cold Holding), as per employees food wash put in this unit less than 4 hours ago at 11 am. Instructed employee to removed food from this unit and transferred it to another working cooler to rapidly cool.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a knife and food residue in the hand wash sink at cook line.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Person in charge unable answered cold holding temperature for TCS food.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee's water cup stored on food storage shelf above the prep cooler at preparation area.
May 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the reach in cooler observed mix salad (55F - Cold Holding), as per chef for less than 4 hours, employee placed salad in the walk-in cooler to rapidly cool.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven soiled with grease accumulation located at cook line.
Feb 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the reach in cooler observed mix salad (55F - Cold Holding), as per chef for less than 4 hours, employee placed salad in the walk-in cooler to rapidly cool.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cooking oil stored on the kitchen floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven soiled with grease accumulation located at cook line.
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.