EL DOS RUEDAS
9561 COLONIAL DRIVE, Miami FL 33157 · (305) 252-0407
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 12 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Owner paid on site.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken stored above pork inside the walk in cooler. Operator placed at the bottom.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed several food inside the walk in cooler. Operator date marked food properly.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed flans at the front counter not date marked. Operator date marked the food.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the kitchen and preparation area.
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers not properly air-dried - wet nesting above 3 compartment sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn at the establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn at the establishment.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at the 3 compartment area.
Very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink.. Observed at the hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink.
Feb 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 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 above fish inside the walk in cooler. Employee placed eggs at the bottom.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed empanadas (103 F - Hot Holding); croquettes (103 F - Hot Holding) at the front counter. As per employee less than 2 hours. Operator increased the temperature.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen area. Operator provided paper towels.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as scoop inside the salt. Operator removed it.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling throughout the preparation area in the kitchen and the 3 compartment sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a thermo stored above preparation area in the kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn at the kitchen are.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at the kitchen area.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at the hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at the 3 compartment sink area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth stored on preparation table in the kitchen area.
Oct 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed not easily accessible at hand wash sink near stove in kitchen area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed using a bowl to scoop ingredients inside container in the kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back door exit with gap below door.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor in ware-wash area not smooth and sealed.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor in ware-wash area not smooth and sealed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets for the reach in cooler across stove and also of the walk in cooler. Also observed hood filters soiled.
Oct 3, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 26 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority5 Intermediate14 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employees were not able to wash their hands because at the time of the inspection, operator was fixing a broken pipe and water was turned off. Operator was able to fix within five minutes.
Establishment operating with no potable running water. Observed at the time of the inspection, operator was fixing a broken pipe and water was turned off. Operator was able to fix within five minutes.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shelled eggs stored above raw beef inside walk in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed rice and beans in the walk in cooler date marked 9/23. Stop sale was issued.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked rice (46F - Cold Holding) date marked on 10/02 in the walk in cooler and rice and beans date marked on 9/23. Stop sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed ham (76F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (76F - Cold Holding); lettuce (56F - Cold Holding); tomatoes (56F - Cold Holding) in the front counter prep area out of temperature. Per operator removed from reach in at 10:30am. Operator placed in freezer to cool down.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed not easily accessible at hand wash sink near stove in kitchen area.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed at the time of the inspection, operator was fixing a broken pipe and water was turned off. Operator was able to fix within five minutes.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near stove.
No running water at three-compartment sink. Observed at the time of the inspection, operator was fixing a broken pipe and water was turned off. Operator was able to fix within five minutes.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at the time of the inspection, operator was fixing a broken pipe and water was turned off. Operator was able to fix within five minutes.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine in front area soiled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed using a bowl to scoop ingredients inside container in the kitchen area.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean utensil not inverted stored in utensil holder at 3 compartment sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed two employee water bottles stored inside reach in cooler across stove.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back door exit with gap below door.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor in ware-wash area not smooth and sealed.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor in ware-wash area not smooth and sealed.
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 container of sugar with no label at the front counter. Employee placed label on the container.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no drain plugs for three of the dumpsters.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets for the reach in cooler across stove and also of the walk in cooler. Also observed hood filters soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean plastic containers stored above 3 compartment sink.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed 2 opened water bottles stored inside the reach in cooler in the kitchen area.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed establishment not washing the oranges before prepping for freshly squeezed juice.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed slow draining of water in the hand wash sink near 3 compartment sink.
Jul 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed rice (52 F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (45 F - Cold Holding); rice and beans (50 F - Cold Holding); cooked yuca (55 F - Cold Holding); shredded pork (50 F - Cold Holding); pork belly (47 F - Cold Holding); beef (46 F - Cold Holding) inside the walk in cooler. As per operator all food were cooked more than 24 hours ago. Stop sale was issued.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout front counter, kitchen and ware washing area not smooth and easily cleaned.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a thermo stored inside the reach in cooler across the stove. Employee removed it.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container at the front counter not labeled.
Jul 7, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority5 Intermediate13 Basic
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Cooked pork not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds. Observed cooked pork at 78°F. Employee was advised about the cooking temperature. Employee cooked the pork to 147°F.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing cup at the front counter without any kind of sanitizer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked potatoes. Operator removed raw chicken at the bottom.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed rice (52 F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (45 F - Cold Holding); rice and beans (50 F - Cold Holding); cooked yuca (55 F - Cold Holding); shredded pork (50 F - Cold Holding); pork belly (47 F - Cold Holding); beef (46 F - Cold Holding) inside the walk in cooler. As per operator all food were cooked more than 24 hours ago. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed French fries (60 F - Cold Holding)stored on top of the preparation table. Employee placed French fries inside the walk in cooler. Also observed rice (52 F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (45 F - Cold Holding); rice and beans (50 F - Cold Holding); cooked yuca (55 F - Cold Holding); shredded pork (50 F - Cold Holding); pork belly (47 F - Cold Holding); beef (46 F - Cold Holding) inside the walk in cooler. As per operator all food were cooked more than 24 hours ago. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (108 F - Hot Holding) malanga (78°F Hot Holding )at the steam table at the front. As per Employee less than 1 hour.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed employee did not know how to sanitize utensils.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled by the 3 compartment sink. Employee washed it.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice inside the hand wash sink at the front counter.
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 several food inside the walk in cooler not date marked.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a coffee cup inside the salt. Employee removed it.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout front counter, kitchen and ware washing area not smooth and easily cleaned.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent at kitchen area and also at the front counter soiled with grease debris.
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 walk in cooler temperature at 48°F.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open drink inside reach in cooler. Employee discarded it.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a thermo stored inside the reach in cooler across the stove. Employee removed it.
Equipment and utensils rinsed after the application of the sanitizer solution. Observed employee add chlorine to the soap then rise the utensils and put utensils to dry.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handler inside the sugar, operator removed it.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the kitchen. And also at the men's bathroom.
Stored food not covered. Observed several food inside the walk in cooler and reach in cooler not covered.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed at the mop sink outside of the establishment.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the preparation table by the 3 compartment sink. Operator removed them.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container at the front counter not labeled.
Mar 6, 2025Inspection 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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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed employee at cook line wipe their hands on their apron without washing hands. Latched owner on correct procedure.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200plusppm) at front counter. Manager had employee dilute solution with a final reading of 50ppm
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer at kitchen area soiled with food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a bottle of soap at handwashing sink at ware washing area. Manager removed container. Observed handwashing sink at cook line with a pot and spoon. Manager removed items.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at walk in cooler rusted and pitting.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles at front counter where food preparation is conducted, not smooth and easily cleaned. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen and ware washing area not smooth and easily cleaned.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent at kitchen area soiled with grease debris.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots at ware washing area not inverted.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach in cooler at kitchen area torn.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Manager called technician during inspection and set date for cleaning.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves at ware washing area soiled grease debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler at ware washing area soiled with debris. Observed interior of reach in cooler at cook line soiled with food debris. Observed interior of reach in cooler shelves soiled with food debris.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind stove soiled with grease debris.
Dec 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at cooking line. During the inspection operator placed a paper towel.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Cooked shredded beef held for more than 24 hours with no date marked at walk in cooler. As per operator food was prepared 2 days before the inspection.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed 3 doors reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 beef packages stored on the floor at walk in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris, located at cooking line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed 2 doors reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Observed 3 doors reach in cooler interior soiled.
Stored food not covered. Stored food not covered. Observed pulled beef, and black beans not covered, stored inside the walk in cooler. During the inspection employee covered it on site.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs and then continued to grab cut tomatoes without washing hands. Coached and showed employee and manager when and how properly wash hands.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In the walk in cooler observed raw chicken over tomatoes.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At steam table above the containers observed cooked pumpkin (119F - Hot Holding), as per manager for less than 1 hour employee reheating food.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a bucket with raw beef stored in the walk in cooler floor, Manager removed it from floor and placed it over a plastic crate.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave with soil residue at cook line, observed oven interior soil with grease buildup located at storage area.
Stored food not covered. In the reach in cooler at cook line observed pulled pork not covered, employee covered it on site.
Mar 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs and then continued to grab cut tomatoes without washing hands. Coached and showed employee and manager when and how properly wash hands.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In the walk in cooler observed raw chicken over tomatoes.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At steam table above the containers observed cooked pumpkin (119F - Hot Holding), as per manager for less than 1 hour employee reheating food.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Expired on 3/1/24.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a bucket with raw beef stored in the walk in cooler floor, Manager removed it from floor and placed it over a plastic crate.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave with soil residue at cook line, observed oven interior soil with grease buildup located at storage area.
Stored food not covered. In the reach in cooler at cook line observed pulled pork not covered, employee covered it on site.
Mar 19, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On the preparation table observed a cut tomato (70 F - Cold Holding), as per employee for less than 1 hour, employee placed it black in the cooler for a rapid cool.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in cooler shelves rusted, reach in cooler in the cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 4, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate8 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. In the walk in cooler roasted pork leg (69, 70F - Cooling), as per owner cooling since the night before.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. In the walk in cooler roasted pork leg (69, 70F - Cooling), as per owner cooling since the night before. Employee discarded food items.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Owner paid on site.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On the preparation table observed a cut tomato (70 F - Cold Holding), as per employee for less than 1 hour, employee placed it black in the cooler for a rapid cool.
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 a metal pot stored In the hand wash located in the kitchen, employee removed it.
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.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pots stored over the three compartment sink.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. In the walk in cooler observed a case of raw fish, raw bacon on the WIF floor.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed heavy grease accumulation on the storage shelves located in the kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled, cooler located in the cook line.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in cooler shelves rusted, reach in cooler in the cook line.
Stored food not covered. In the reach in cooler located in the cook line observed ham, pulled pork, raw steak not covered.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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.