EL NOVILLO RESTAURANT
6830 SW 40 ST, Miami FL 33155 · (305)284-8417
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 11 visits since September 2023
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed two live flying insects in kitchen area flying in the air. Operator killed and discarded.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed personal bottle of medicine stored on shelf in kitchen cook line area. Operator removed
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed sliced limes and oranges at the bar area not protected or covered.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored above milk inside walk in cooler. Operator removed eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed steak (49F - Cold Holding) at the reach in cooler drawers in cook line area. As per operator, item was placed there about half an hour ago. Operator placed products in ice bath to cool rapidly.
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle of sanitizer solution at the bar area with no label. Operator labeled.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area in disrepair.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near ice machine.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed plastic container with kitchen utensils inside cracked near prep area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils in standing water at 89F. Operator discarded.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.
May 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed brown cutting board with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn near exit door.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap under neath back exit door.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils at 130F near cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.
May 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed two live flying insects in kitchen area flying in the air. Operator killed and discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beef taquitos (56F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler near ice machine. As per operator, items were made last week Thursday. Operator discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef taquitos (56F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); cooked beef ribs (49F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler near ice machine. As per operator, beef taquitos were made last week Thursday. Operator discarded.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed red cutting board heavily soiled at prep table. Operator washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cleaning items inside hand wash in bar. Operator removed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of cleaning solution at the bar area with no label. Operator labeled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave door handle soiled near cook line.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed brown cutting board with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bags stored above food prep table in back storage area. Operator removed.
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint prepping food in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn near exit door.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap under neath back exit door.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed two ice buckets on floor near ice machine. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils at 130F near cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.
Dec 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate15 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee changing gloves without first washing hand.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed male servers not washing hands after dropping off dirty dishes near dish machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed some of the ceiling tile in disrepair with holes inside kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles inside kitchen area.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee cup of coffee not covered on top of prep table next to three compartment sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in reach in cooler next to prep table and in front of grill station.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water less 135 degrees Fahrenheit next to coffee stations.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign on hand wash sink next to coffee station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soda nozzle soiled at bar area. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized. Observed kitchen hood soiled with grease. Also observed soiled all reach in coolers inside kitchen area.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee bottles of water inside reach in cooler next to grill. Operator removed.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler next to prep table.
Stored food not covered. Observed pre made salads not covered inside reach in cooler next to coffee station.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed soiled Wiping cloths on top of prep table.
May 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shelled eggs stored above unwashed produce inside walk in cooler. Operator removed eggs immediately and stored above raw chicken on correct rack.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chimichurri (86F - Cold Holding) located across the cook line. Operator states it has been there for two hours. Operator discarded and prepared a new batch.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 200+ppm) Operator discarded solution and placed new solution at 100PPM.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed black microwave located across the fry station with soiled door handle. Operator wiped down.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents in kitchen area soiled.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils in standing water located at the dessert station.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed several wet wiping cloths underneath black cutting boards located across the cook line. Operator removed immediately.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash station located inside meat prep room.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. Observed reach in cooler located near ice machine with soiled gaskets.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed clear squeeze bottles containing oil with no label near cook line. Operator labeled immediately.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed kitchen floor and walk in freezer floor soiled.
Dec 16, 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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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple utensils in standing water by the desert station.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled.
Dec 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate14 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee grab fried plantains with their bare hands, item was discarded. Educated employee how to properly grab ready to foods.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken cases in the walk in cooler over unwashed tomato. Provided form to operator.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed multiple servers handling dirty dishes and start picking up clean plates with meals for customers without washing their hands. Advise chef to train employees how to properly wash their hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chimichurri (76F - Cold Holding) stored on top of cookline for less than 2 hours,as per operator. Advised chef to place item in walk in cooler or put under ice
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed employee wiping a knife with a cloth and using to scoop up sour cream. Educated employee how to properly use and sanitize a knife before use.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted in office dated 10/1/2023.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee cooking carne asada with no hair restraint. Employee placed hat on.
Food stored on floor. Observed shrimp and green plantains stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Observed raw beef stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple utensils in standing water by the desert station.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. In the kitchen. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in the reach in cooler by the grill.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler under the bread preparation station.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp thawing in the 2 compartment sink. Observed raw beef thawing in room temperature. Observed raw beef thawing in standing water, no longer frozen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple used cloths stored around the kitchen, not in their sanitizer bucket.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Under the preparation station.
Wiping cloths laundered onsite not dried in a mechanical clothes dryer, air-dried or placed in sanitizing solution after laundering.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice and beans in white containers with no name label.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled.
Jun 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair above preparation sink and cook line.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knives stored between wall and preparation sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at men's bathroom.
Observed Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in meat preparation room
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet at bar area.
Jun 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate15 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 beef (62F - Cooling); beans (66F-cooling) at walk in cooler. As per manager products were prepared on previous night.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed tortillas stored on non food grade bag inside reach in cooler at fryer station. Employee removed item.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked beef (62F - Cooling); beans (66F-cooling) at walk in cooler. As per manager products were prepared on previous night. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (53F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per manager product was inside unit since previous night.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (53F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per manager product was inside unit since previous night. Observed cut lettuce (80F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (77F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at expo area. As per employee, product at room temperature for approximately 1 hour. Discussed time as a public health control with manager.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black substance.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair above preparation sink and cook line.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knives stored between wall and preparation sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag on prep table at meat preparation room. Observed employee phone and beverage on preparation table at expo area. Manager removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook preparing steaks no hair restraint.
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 3 compartment sink not setup properly and in wrong order.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris at dry storage area underneath soda syrups.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of shredded cabbage stored on floor at walk in cooler. Observed bags of bread and container of raw beef stored on floor in walk in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons stored in water at 87f at expo area. Manager removed water.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at men's bathroom.
Observed Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in meat preparation room
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back door open during inspection. Manager closed door.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed waste line missing inside bar area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet at bar area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth stored on perpetration table at cook line. Manager removed wiping cloth.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm) at cook line. Discussed with manager.
Sep 27, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel in the hand sink located in the entrance of the kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of cooked beans and cooked yuca with no date marked located in the walk in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine interior soiled located in the kitchen area.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in the kitchen area near the storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed paint separating from ceiling at cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents soiled with dust throughout the kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with marks in the prep area.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of vegetable oil stored on the floor near the cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the hand sink located in the entrance of the kitchen.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet at 3 compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored throughout the kitchen.
Sep 26, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 26 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate16 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 beans (120F - cooling) at room temperature at cook line. As per manager for more than 2 hours. Advice manager to reheat product to 165F.
Stop Sale issued due to manager unable to provide invoice from unapproved source. Observed.5 tres leches cake at reach in cooler. Manager unable to provide invoice from kitchen licensed by DBPR or FDACS.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw churrasco (44F - Cold Holding); raw carne asada (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding) located at reach in cooler at the cook line. As per manager for approximately 1 hour. Advice manager to place ice over products. Observed cooked pork (47F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler near the cook line. As per manager for approximately 1 hour. Observed rice (77F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at cook line. As per manager for more than 2 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sauté mushrooms (101F - Hot Holding) at room temperature at the cook line. As per manager for approximately 1 hour.
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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel in the hand sink located in the entrance of the kitchen.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink near ice machine.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of cooked beans and cooked yuca with no date marked located in the walk in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine interior soiled located in the kitchen area.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in the kitchen area near the storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed paint separating from ceiling at cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents soiled with dust throughout the kitchen.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knife stored between the 3 compartment sink. manager removed knife.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with marks in the prep area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bags stored above the preparation area near the storage room.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing cut lettuce with no hair restraint. Employee donned hat.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting equipment stored above hand washing sink located near the 3 compartment sink.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water near the cook line and in the walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of vegetable oil stored on the floor near the cook line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored inside water at 83F near ice machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the hand sink located in the entrance of the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed slicer guard soiled with old food debris.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet at 3 compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored throughout 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.