EL MACHETICO
3399 NW 72 AVE STE 104, Miami FL 33122 · 786.948.6767
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately six flies on the back area by the mop sink, five flies on the wall by the entrance of the kitchen, three on the wall by the three compartment sink, two behind the oven in the kitchen line, observed approximately seven flies on the wall in the front area by handwashing sink.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under charbroiled grill with heavy soiled, observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled
Open dumpster lid.
Aug 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately six flies on the back area by the mop sink, five flies on the wall by the entrance of the kitchen, three on the wall by the three compartment sink, two behind the oven in the kitchen line, observed approximately seven flies on the wall in the front area by handwashing sink.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed inside of the kitchen reach in cooler Cooked Ground beef (60 F - Cold Holding), Guacamole (53 F - Cold Holding) according to operator since yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside of the kitchen reach in cooler Cooked Ground beef (60 F - Cold Holding), Guacamole (53 F - Cold Holding) according to operator since yesterday.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under equipments soiled.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of potatoes stored on the dishwashing area, observed cases of bottles of water stored on the storage floor, cases of sodas stored on the floor by the bathrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under charbroiled grill with heavy soiled, observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled
Open dumpster lid.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork thawed out at room temperature.
Dec 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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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 bowl stored in the kitchen floor
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop inside of the front counter ice bin
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed toaster under charbroiled grill soiled.
Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer soiled in the inside.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken, beef being thawed out at room temperature.
Jul 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed shell eggs over raw pork. Employee stored shells eggs on the bottom
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Beans (49 F - Cold Holding); Coleslaw (50 F - Cold Holding); Marinated Pork (48 F - Cold Holding); Chicken breast (50 F - Cold Holding) inside of the reach in cooler according to cook for more than 24 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Beans (49 F - Cold Holding); Coleslaw (50 F - Cold Holding); Marinated Pork (48 F - Cold Holding); Chicken breast (50 F - Cold Holding) inside of the reach in cooler according to cook for more than 24 hours.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pitcher inside of the front counter hand washing sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed helium tank not secure located in the freezer area.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed four dead roaches one in the front area, two in the back storage area, one at the entrance of the kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone on top of the prep table.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under equipments in the kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of sodas cans stored on the front counter area. Employee put sodas cases on the front counter shelf
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice in the ice machine in the front area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of ovens located in the cook line with heavy soil.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under oven with heavy soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled throughout the kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container located at the front area not labeled.Observed beans, lentils containers not labeled located in the back area.
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed cooked beef in thank you bags.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs stored outside. Employee stored eggs in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee in the front counter hand washing sink washing a towel.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl inside of the rice container.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under equipments, and kitchen floor, observed floor drain soiled.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of drinks stored on the floor in the front counter area, observed case of water, cases of ketchup cans stored on kitchen the floors,
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong in oven door.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of the oven with heavy soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under charbroiled grill with heavy soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Stored cases of to go containers in the kitchen floor.
Stored food not covered. Observed containers of rice, beans no covered.
Aug 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed empanadas on thank you bags.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor with heavy soiled behind equipments, throughout the kitchen and back area.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of sodas stored on the kitchen area floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer cooler with ice buildup.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the Front counter ice bin.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under charbroiled grill soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork, beef being thawed out at room temperature.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of lentils,rice beans not labeled.
Feb 20, 2024Inspection 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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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread stored in a thank you bag inside of the reach in freezer.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put a hairnet.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under equipments, under three compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of drinks stored on the floor in the front counter area, observed case of containers to go stored on the floor,observed bag of flour stored on the storage floor.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed two hood filters missing.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Nov 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided operator with consumer advisory. He posted on the lobby.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of soda bottles stored on the front counter floor.
Hole in or other damage to wall. At the time of the inspection observed a hole on the wall near the microwave located 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.