EL PATIO COFFEE & BISTRO/PEPITO AREPAS BAR
10701 NW 58 ST, Doral FL 33178 · 305-456-5640
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 11 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A 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. Provided clean up procedures via email.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019047276 | Jul 30, 2019 | Oct 22, 2019 | $160 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Observed Nonfood-grade basting brush used in coffee area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator.
Observed Ice buildup in reach-in freezer located at el patio ice cream freezer.
Observed In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
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Observed Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Mar 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 2, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed a quart of beans date marked 02-13-26, more than seven days.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed a quart of beans date marked 02-13-26, more than seven days.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal and plastic containers on shelf at warewashing area not inverted.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 10ppm) at warewashing area not sanitizing properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell on work station where food preparation is done at kitchen area. Employee removed phone from work station.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven handle at cook line.
Aug 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at area station with deep cut and not easily cleaned. Observed cutting board at El Patio kitchen with deep cut marks and not easily cleaned.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath rear exit at kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in freezer next to service window at kitchen area.
Aug 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed PULLED CHICKEN (51F - Cold Holding); RAW BACON (50F - Cold Holding); PICO DE GALLO (47F - Cold Holding); TOMATO SAUCE (47F - Cold Holding) at arepa station reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed PULLED CHICKEN (51F - Cold Holding); RAW BACON (50F - Cold Holding); PICO DE GALLO (47F - Cold Holding); TOMATO SAUCE (47F - Cold Holding) at arepa station reach in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a mold like substance in the interior of ice machine at the Elmpatio kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at area station with deep cut and not easily cleaned. Observed cutting board at El Patio kitchen with deep cut marks and not easily cleaned.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed dishwasher at ware washing area not functioning. Manager called technician during inspection to repair machine. Observed reach in cooler at arepa station not cooling properly. Operator removed product from reach in cooler.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath rear exit at kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of fruit pulp stored on the floor at walk in freezer. Operator placed items on shelf.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in freezer next to service window at kitchen area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two tongs on oven handle at El patio kitchen area. Manager removed items.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler next to service window at arepa station.
Apr 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer at back of gas station.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over orange at handwash sink at kitchen to the left of main entrance.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Jan 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority3 Intermediate15 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining egg container in reach in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken pastries stored over bread in reach in cooler at kitchen at left of main entrance. Also observed raw shell eggs stored over pico de gallo in walk in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored over bacon in reach in cooler at kitchen on right side of main entrance.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. ime/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cut Tomatoes (47F - Cooling) in reach in cooler. As per operator, it was placed at 6am this morning. Stop sale issued. Observed Cooked Beef (45F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (47F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler. As per operator, it was placed in reach in cooler yesterday. Stop sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked Beef (45F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (47F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler. As per operator, it was placed in reach in cooler yesterday. Stop sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed Cut Tomatoes (47F - Cooling) in reach in cooler. As per operator, it was placed at 6am this morning. Stop sale issued.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor in kitchen at right side of main entrance.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed CFM unable to answer questions regarding the minimum thermometer calibration temperature.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment serves seafood ceviche, tuna poke bowl, ceviche de coco without asterisk connecting it to the consumer advisory.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal condiment container used as scoop inside granola container at kitchen left of main entrance.
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 drinking coffee from open container in kitchen at left side of main entrance.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee water bottle on preparation table at kitchen left of main entrance.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing watch while preparing coffee for customer.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door of kitchen to left of main entrance.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer at back of gas station.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between wall and three compartment sink at kitchen at right side of main entrance.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed foam cup stored inside seasonings above stove at kitchen left of main entrance.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over orange at handwash sink at kitchen to the left of main entrance.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at kitchen in right side of entrance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at kitchen on ride side of main entrance.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in RIC at kitchen on right side of main entrance.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink at kitchen left of main entrance.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout entire establishment. Operator placed some wet wc in sanitizer solution.
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 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 over raw beef at reach-in cooler at preparation area. Products were correctly arranged.
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. Provided clean up procedures via email.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink at main kitchen blocked by fire extinguisher.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine interior near coffee machine.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided choking poster via email.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach-in cooler near back oven at main kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed spray gun nozzle soiled at three compartment sink near office.
Mar 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 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 arepas (98F - Hot Holding) located in food storage bins at arepa bar food prep station, less than 4 hours. Discussed with operator 4 hour, time as a public health control and advised to rapidly cool in reach in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses located at kitchen area. Employee removed tongs from oven door handle.
Sep 26, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in cooler at front counter.
Sep 25, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded chicken (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding); goat cheese (49F - Cold Holding), located inside walk-in cooler. Manager moved all food items in to reach in cooler at kitchen area. Observed arepas (71F - Cold Holding) located at prep table inside Pepito arepas kitchen. Manager reheated arepas due to customer orders. Discussed time as public health control, 4hrs procedures. Provided form to manager.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed empty boxes in front of hand washing sink near reach in cooler. Operator removed boxes.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed near reach in cooler by exit door at back kitchen. Operator placed new paper towel roll.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer located at front counter.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong hanging at kitchen oven.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in cooler at front counter.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed plastic forks not inverted at kitchen near squeeze orange juice machine.
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.