EL PALACIO DE LOS JUGOS
2038 NW 27 AVE, Miami FL 33142 · 3052641503
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 8 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork inside walk in cooler. Operator rearranged products.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022047102 | Jul 20, 2022 | Nov 18, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef stored over unwashed vegetables in reach in cooler at seafood station.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over ready to eat sauces in reach in cooler at seafood station.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing where electrical fire occurred. Observed insulation was replaced.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling behind ice machine soiled with black mold-like substance. Observed vents soiled with black mold-like substance.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer.
Jul 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw fish in reach in cooler at fish station. Employees placed items in correct storage order.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in kitchen soiled with black mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and lights above cook line soiled with dust debris.
Jan 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee not washing hands before glove use.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken above beef inside of walk in cooler. Operator placed beef over chicken onsite.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards at prep area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee dumping water at hand washing sink
Stored food not covered. Observed cut tomatoes not covered in reach in cooler. Operator had employee place cover onsite.
Sep 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee scratching face then continuing to work cook line with no handwash. Coached employee on proper handwashing. Employee washed hands onsite.
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 chicken being stored above pork inside walk in freezer. Operator placed them in proper order onsite.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Operator had employee clean it on site.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic containers inside handwashing sink. Operator removed onsite.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles of reach in cooler. Operator cleaned it onsite.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler.
Feb 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee not washing hands before glove use.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef inside walk in freezer. Operator placed them in correct order.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee with no knowledge of how to calibrate thermometer. Showed them how to correctly calibrate.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Observed thermometer not operational, no use to ensure proper food temperature.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in disrepair in men's restroom. Operator contacted his contact to come out and fix tiles in front of me.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and pans not inverted, not stored in protected manner. Operator inverted pots and pans.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards with excessive cut marks throughout establishment.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water by 3 compartment sink. Operator cleaned up the water.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils standing in water at 88°F. Operator heated up water to proper temperatures.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign in men's restroom. Operator placed an extra one that he had.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed can opener soiled. Observed thermometer soiled.
Sep 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed underneath 3 compartment sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by equipment near 3 compartment sink. Operator removed equipment.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 72F across cook line. Operator removed water.
Jun 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork inside walk in cooler. Operator rearranged products.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed underneath 3 compartment sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by equipment near 3 compartment sink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout front counter.
Jan 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw fish over vegetables in the reach in cooler by the triple sink. The manager moved the items to the correct shelf.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed at the front counter.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ob3 large pots not inverted at the ware washing area. The manager inverted the pots.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at two different kitchens. The managers removed the tongs.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in a water temperature of 100°F. The manager turned on the stove top to increase the temperature to 135°F..
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets soiled at the sandwich prep area.
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.