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EL PATIO DE ROBERTICO

10855 SW 72 ST BAY 1, Miami FL 33173 · 305-200-5346

Last inspected Mar 27, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats175
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2335726
Grade history
APR 24
NOV 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
JAN 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 19 live flies in bar area on tabletop.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $160

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2022036421Apr 8, 2022Aug 29, 2022$160

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Mar 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findings
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining garnishes in front of kitchen entrance.
High priority/14-86-1/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Time Extended
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over ham croquetas on speed rack inside walk in cooler. Operator relocated products.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Time Extended
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose hanging inside of triple sink.
High priority/29-37-4/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed deli slicer blade soiled at prep table.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Time Extended
Show the remaining 8 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink at kitchen entrance. Operator provided paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black mold like substance.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Time Extended
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled at cook line.
Basic/23-24-4/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty above cook line.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Time Extended
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. At cook line and prep area.
Basic/21-04-4/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at cook line.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Time Extended
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed wood used as shelves no sealed on rack in dessert station.
Basic/14-06-4/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Time Extended
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Jan 21, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining garnishes in front of kitchen entrance.
High priority/14-86-1
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over ham croquetas on speed rack inside walk in cooler. Operator relocated products.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose hanging inside of triple sink.
High priority/29-37-4
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw tuna completely thawed inside reduced oxygen packaging inside reach in cooler at cook line. Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment conducting cook chill process with cooked chicken and cooked oxtail without approved HACCP plan. As per operator products were improperly vacuumed sealed.
High priority/01B-13-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed deli slicer blade soiled at prep table.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink at kitchen entrance. Operator provided paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment conducting cook chill process with cooked chicken and cooked oxtail without approved HACCP plan. As per operator products were improperly vacuumed sealed.
Intermediate/03G-50-1
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black mold like substance.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled at cook line.
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty above cook line.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw tuna completely thawed inside reduced oxygen packaging inside reach in cooler at cook line.
Basic/06-09-1/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. At cook line and prep area.
Basic/21-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at cook line.
Basic/23-03-4
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed wood used as shelves no sealed on rack in dessert station.
Basic/14-06-4
Sep 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

5 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tuna and raw corvina stored over cut tomatoes and cucumbers inside reach in cooler across from cook line.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation
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 reach in cooler across from cook line. Operator relocated products.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs at room temperature under prep table in kitchen. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator took product to reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrective Action Taken
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw tuna completely thawed inside reduced oxygen packages inside walk in cooler.
High priority/01B-13-4
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter at mop sink missing vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-42-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled at prep table.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container stored inside hand sink in dessert area.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. In kitchen area.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle stored inside cooked rice.
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty above cook line.
Basic/36-34-5
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed clean utensils and knife stored between triple sink and wall. Operator removed utensils.
Basic/24-14-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw tuna completely thawed inside reduced oxygen packages inside walk in cooler.
Basic/06-09-1/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle in kitchen.
Basic/10-20-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Next to prep table/steam tables.
Basic/22-16-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed oxtail thawing inside triple sink, operator turned on water.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall dirty in dish area by back door.
Basic/36-27-5
Mar 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw breaded fish stored over cooked chicken wings inside reach in cooler next to cook line. Operator relocated products.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled in kitchen area. Operator cleaned ice machine during inspection.
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup no handle stored inside container of salt. Operator removed cup
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knives stored between wall and triple sink. Operator removed knives.
Basic/24-14-4/Corrected On-Site
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw tuna thawing inside reduced oxygen package, operator cut open bags.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrected On-Site
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop stored inside ice at bar area with handle in contact with ice. Operator properly placed scoop.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle, operator removed tongs.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt not labeled at cook line and container of flour not labeled in dry storage. Operator labeled containers.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Nov 26, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 19 live flies in bar area on tabletop.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning/Return visit Nov 26, 2024 · Observed 3 live flies in bar area at time of Call Back Admin Complaint
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in and chest freezers in kitchen area.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 26, 2024 · Observed ice buildup in walk in and chest freezers in kitchen area. * Time Extended
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils used to scoop food from hot bar in standing water 80F.
Basic/10-07-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 26, 2024 · Observed utensils used to scoop food from hot bar in standing water 80F. Time Extended
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed missing lid.
Basic/33-11-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 26, 2024 · Time Extended
Nov 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 19 live flies in bar area on tabletop.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed 3 containers of cook pasta with date mark of 11-17-24. Operator tossed pasta.
High priority/02C-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed 3 containers of cook pasta with date mark of 11-17-24. Operator tossed pasta.
High priority/01B-03-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in bar.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on box of gloves at warewash area. Operator had employee move their phone to designated area.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in and chest freezers in kitchen area.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop in ice bin in kitchen area. Operator removed for proper storage.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils used to scoop food from hot bar in standing water 80F.
Basic/10-07-4/Warning
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed missing lid.
Basic/33-11-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed soiled air vent in ice machine
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open
Basic/33-16-4/Warning
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed buckets on floor under prep sink. Operator moved 6 inches off of floor.
Basic/21-44-1/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen fish and meat in standing water. Coached chef on proper thawing methods. Placed under running cold water.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Apr 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate5 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. Discussed with operator and provided email handout.
Intermediate/11-27-4
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. Discussed with operator and provided email employee's agreement.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4
Observed ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout kitchen areas.
Basic/36-34-5
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee washing hands with water only in three compartment sink. Corrected action taken inspector discussed with manager proper hand washing..
High priority/12A-20-4/Corrective Action Taken
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Oyster tags not in date order, corrected action taken, at time of inspection kitchen manager placing tags in date order.
Intermediate/01C-05-4/Corrective Action Taken
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands in three compartment sink, Corrected action taken inspector discussed with manager proper sinks to be utilized in order for effective hand washing to occur.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Corrective Action Taken
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked muscles, cooked crab lags all held over 24 hrs not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine with mold.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacles in ladies bathroom
Basic/32-12-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on drain board of three compartment sink. Employee removed drink at time of inspection.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee foods held in reach in cooler with foods for the public, not identified nor separated. Corrected, manager separated employee food and labeled food.
Basic/08B-49-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Foods stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Heavy ice build up in walk in freezer around doorway and on shelves in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Clams in three compartment sink thawing without running water, corrected, kitchen manager turned water on to continue the thawing process.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4/Repeat Violation
Jul 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed set of keys on top of prep table
Basic/40-06-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jul 7, 2023 · Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed set of keys on top of prep table Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled in the prep sink.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Jul 7, 2023 · Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled in the prep sink. Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside of the glass reach in cooler with heavy soiled.
Basic/22-16-4/Return visit Jul 7, 2023 · Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside of the glass reach in cooler with heavy soiled. Time Extended
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Bar area.
Basic/29-17-4/Return visit Jul 7, 2023 · Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Bar area. Time Extended
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jul 7, 2023 · Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Time Extended

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.