EL JAGUA BAR - CAFETERIA - RESTAURANT
4665 NW 7 ST, Miami FL 33126 · (786) 439-9847
Last inspected Dec 1, 2025 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
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. Inspector printed form.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021023398 | Mar 2, 2021 | Jun 24, 2021 | $320 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Dec 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Food stored on floor. Observed 1 plastic container with cooking oil stored on the floor. During the inspection employee removed it.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 employee Amanda with no agreement, hired less than 60 days. Inspector printed and had employee sign and date.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed under prep table where dry food is kept in kitchen.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water at 79F at hand sink in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in both chest freezers in establishment.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves in walk in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar at coffee bar area with no label.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed exit blocked by garbage can.
Jan 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed paint brush stored in butter
Food stored on floor. Observed case of oil stored on floor next to stove
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area
Nov 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed alcohol wipes on shelf with canned pineapple.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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. Inspector printed form.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed person in charge Yidalmis with no training, as per operator Yidalmis has been working at establishment for 5 months.
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. Employee Yidalmis with no proof of agreement report. Inspector printed form for operator.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed paint brush stored in butter
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Inspector printed firm form operator.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of oil stored on floor next to stove
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind hand sink at bar soiled with dust
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hand sink in kitchen area leaking.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in bucket
Oct 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 2, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Kitchen above the three compartment sink and hand washing sink with the rebar exposed near light fixture. Observed near hood wall in disrepair.
- From initial inspection : Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed back door blocked by table with sandwich press on it.
Mar 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food stored inside non food grade thank you bags inside of white chest reach in freezer, reach in freezer located at front counter and inside walk in cooler. Operator started to remove the products from the non food grade thank you bags.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs and raw bacon stored over RTE foods inside of the walk in cooler. Observed raw chicken wings stored over frozen French fries inside of reach in freezer located in front counter. Operator relocated the products.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw salmon in white chest freezer.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork belly stored on top of frozen ham croquettes and frozen fish sticks inside of white chest freezer.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed detergent stored next to salt. Operator relocated the detergent.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing windex not properly labeled. Operator labeled the bottle.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Kitchen above the three compartment sink and hand washing sink with the rebar exposed near light fixture. Observed near hood wall in disrepair.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign located inside of women's bathroom.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed back door blocked by table with sandwich press on it.
Sep 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/. Establishment is open to the public. Observed 3 customers served during the inspection. Licensing inspection conducted 9/6/23.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen, bowls stored inside the hand washing sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Back door blocked by a table with a small toaster.
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.