EL NOVILLO
15450 NEW BARN RD, Miami Lakes FL 33014 · (305)819-2755
Last inspected Dec 10, 2025 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach crawling on preparation table next to microwave, across the cook line.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Dec 10, 2025□ Call Back - 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.
Dec 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked beans (47/46F - Cooling) in walk in cooler, was cooked from the day before as per operator.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach crawling on preparation table next to microwave, across the cook line.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked beans (47/46F - Cooling) in walk in cooler, was cooked from the day before as per operator.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed Observed cooked beans (47/46F - Cooling) in walk in cooler, was cooked from the day before as per operator, stored in deep plastic container.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beans, cooked beef, with no date marked, was cooked around 4 days ago as per operator.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employees washing metal spoons with no sanitation solutions. Instructed operator regarding the properly ware washing procedure.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under cook line equipment.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler fan cover soiled, kitchen equipment exterior soiled.
Jul 2, 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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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. In front of cook line.
Jul 1, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed dishwasher touched dirty dishes than touched clean dishes. Instructed employee regarding wash hand procedures.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed beans in walk in cooler with mold like growth.
Live, small flying insects found, observed approximately 5 lives flies flying over the ice machine and bottles beverages at the bar station.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantain (127F - Hot Holding) in steam table for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator reheated at 165° F.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee cleaning shrimp on hand sink located next to ice machine.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked bean in walk in cooler was cooked from more than 24 hours as per operator with no date marked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.operator replaced the cutting boards during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of ribs on walk in freezer floor, also observed multiple box of products under shelves located in dry storage area, operator properly stored it. Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-SiteWarning**
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect device installed over the ice machine and wine glasses, at the bar station. Operator removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. All reach in cooler in establishment.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. In front of cook line.
Mar 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 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. Observed jalapeño cream (58/55F - Cooling) in walking cooler, was cooked from the day before as per operator.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed jalapeño cream (58/55F - Cooling) in walking cooler, was cooked from the day before as per operator.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed yuca (60/58F - Cooling) covered with aluminum foil in walk in cooler, operator uncovered.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler floor.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed used utensils in standing water at 99°F. Operator discarded it.
Dec 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in frezzer floor.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Apr 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Bar station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood soiled, hand sink.
Apr 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 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. Observed cooked beans (61/60F - Cooling); was cooked from the date before as per operator located inside walk in cooler.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 lives flies in preparation room located on the back of the kitchen.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked beans (61/60F - Cooling); was cooked from the date before as per operator located inside walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantain (116F - Hot Holding)inside steam table for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator reheated at 165°F during inspection.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed cooked beans (61/60F - Cooling); inside deep plastic container, located inside walk in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser and Clorox with no label. Operator properly labeled it.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in freezer, underneath of the kitchen equipment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Bar station.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of raw beef storage on walk in cooler floor, operator properly stored it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood soiled, hand sink.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitation bucket on kitchen floor. Operator properly stored it.
Vertical Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Located in front of the cook line.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wet wiping towel inside sanitation solutions at 0 ppm. Operator add chlorine recheck 100 ppm.
Sep 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 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. Observed cooked beans (53°F/59°F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler, cooked from the day before as per operator.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked beans (53°F/59°F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler, cooked from the day before as per operator
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun located at the bar station.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice, operator properly stored it.
Open dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By dishwasher area.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wet wiping towel inside chlorine sanitation solutions at 200 ppm, operator add water, recheck 100 ppm.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket on the kitchen floor, operator properly stored it.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container. Operator properly labeled it.
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