EL MACHETICO
9674 NW 25 ST, Doral FL 33172 · 305-599-0397
Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Printed vomiting and diarrhea procedure and gave it to operator.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 21, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in the kitchen.
Aug 20, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 18 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 18 findings ▾
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Coach manager on proper handwashing procedures.
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork belly stored over potatoes, green plantain at reach in cooler near mop sink.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling inside of the handwash sink in the kitchen. Also observed 1 live roach inside of sanitizer water at the triple sink. Observed 1 live roach crawling on floor under the steam table. Observed 1 live roach crawling on black cabinet at front counter coffee and pastry area. Observed 2 live roach crawling inside of dry coffee cabinet at front counter coffee and pastry area.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee began making coffee without first washing her hands after handling dirty dishes from customers table. Coach employee.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee left kitchen with gloves on came back, touched soiled utensils an d then proceeded to use the same gloves to engage in food preparation. Coach employee.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a box of aluminum foil stored inside of handwash sink in the kitchen. Observed employee taking water out of the handwash sink at front counter and put water in the coffee machine. Coach employee.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap at time of inspection.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in the kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 7+ dead roaches under preparation table in the kitchen. Employee started cleaning under preparation table at time of inspection. Observed 4 dead roaches on floor at front counter. Observed 5 dead roaches inside of clean container inside of dry coffee cabinet at coffee and pastry area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor heavily soiled with food debris under cooking equipments, and also observed under preparation tables in the kitchen.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed 1 box of sweet plantains store on floor under prep table in the middle of the kitchen. Also observed 1 box of onions store on floor under prep table in the middle of the kitchen. Employee removed boxes from floor.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed inside of handwash in the kitchen soiled with food debris.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water draining from pipe under the triple sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed black sugar bowl at front counter. Employee labeled product.
Mar 24, 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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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed ortho-bug killer under 3 compartment sink area.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce at reach in cooler kitchen area, chef relocated eggs to bottom shelf.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed over mop sink area.
Open dumpster lid.
Sep 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef empanadas (129F - Hot Holding) at front counter hot box, staff moved empanadas to the oven to be reheated to 165°F or above.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed over corner hood area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest freezer on the back.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed over steam table area, chef corrected it.
Feb 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed several eggs stored at ambient temperature at kitchen area, as per chef for less than four hours. Chef relocated shell eggs to rehab 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 cheese empanadas (122F - Hot Holding); stuffed potatoes (121F - Hot Holding) at front counter hot box, as per chef for less than an hour, chef raised temperature of hot box and was instructed to monitor the temperature for the next hour to maker sure product reaches safe temperatures.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer 3 compartment sink at 200 ppm, staff added more water, retested at 100 ppm.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed not paper towels at front area handwashing sink, staff provided new roll.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed not paper all throughout kitchen area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed cooking oil cooking pot stored not inverted at kitchen rack.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed not paper behind cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil containers stored on kitchen floor.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed not all throughout the kitchen floor.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Observed sanitizer bucket stored at kitchen floor, staff relocated bucket to working table rack.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket stored 200 ppm, chef prep new solution retested at 100ppm.
Oct 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef and raw pork stored over unwashed produce inside of reach in cooler at kitchen. Employee placed items in correct storage order.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to sauces.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap inside of restroom.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed one missing ceiling tile in above storage area. Observed 2 missing ceiling tiles in restroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed restroom and front counter hand wash sink missing hand wash signs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Oct 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile in back storage area.
Mar 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed limes, carrots, and other vegetables in non food grade bags in reach in cooler and freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over ready to eat plantains and tequenos in reach in freezer. Operator put products in correct order.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tequenos (115F - Hot Holding); buenelo (113F - Hot Holding) As per operator, product was placed about half an hour ago. Operator reheating product to correct temperature.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed male employee unaware of BIG 6 and basic cooking temperatures.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic containers inside hand wash sink in kitchen prep area. Operator removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed expired chlorine chemical test kit 04/23 for three compartment sink.
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. Form provided to operator.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory on online menu for steaks and eggs.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with water and chlorine mixture under three compartment sink with no label.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls inside rice container in back fridge. Observed bowls inside flour in dry storage area.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile in back storage area.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding at wall near three compartment sink broken/missing.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red grooved cutting board at kitchen prep area with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of Coca Cola on floor in dry storage area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth underneath red cutting board in kitchen prep area. Operator removed immediately.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter soiled at cook line. Reach in cooler gasket located in back storage area soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind cook line soiled.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Observed wiping cloths stored in soap and chlorine sanitizer under three compartment sink. Operator discarded immediately.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed wiping cloth solution bucket on floor under three compartment sink. Operator removed immediately.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottle with oil at cook line with no label.
Nov 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 84F. chef discarded the water.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. At the time of the inspection observed raw chicken and raw pork stored in the same container. Chef discarded the pork from the container.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At the time of the inspection observed raw chicken over potato salad at reach in cooler.
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. Printed vomiting and diarrhea procedure and gave it to operator.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator provided water damaged test kit, no other test kit available.
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. Printed employee Health agreement to operator and it was signed on site.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in the restroom and by the mop sink area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed in the preparation table at the kitchen.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in the preparation table located in the kitchen. Chef removed wiping cloth from under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan in preparation table. Observed fan cover in reach in cooler soiled by the front counter. Observed wall soiled behind the preparation area in the kitchen.
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.