EL RANCHO GRANDE 2 INC.
314 72 ST, North Bay Village FL 33141 · 305-864-7404
Last inspected Apr 29, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
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APR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.poster was provided to operator
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser at dish machine area missing label.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used to scoop salt on prep table at cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling above cook line soiled with grease.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red cutting boards on storage shelf in kitchen with deep cuts.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of white chest freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave in front of steam table soiled with old food debris.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulb in walk in cooler missing glass shield.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed hand wash sink at cook line missing hand wash sign.
Sep 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled container stored inside of hand wash sink in kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle stored inside of container of yellow rice in walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling around cook line soiled with grease.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of bread stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave over hand wash sink soiled with old food debris.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights in prep bulb inside of walk in cooler missing shield.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bags of frozen beef thawing Submerged in water at cook line.
Jan 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose bibb above steam table missing backflow preventer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observe paper towel dispenser near dish machine not able to suspend paper towels.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer at front counter missing label.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic jug of oil stored on floor at cook line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice building inside of single door reach in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 109 F at cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink near exterior door in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled with dust debris.
Oct 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose bibb above steam table in kitchen missing backflow preventer.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with window cleaner and one with alcohol and water not labeled.
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 2 commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna in reach in cooler not removed from packaging. Employee removed tuna from packaging.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic full pans wet nesting on shelf near dish machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of corn stored on floor inside of walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen missing hand wash sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guard in walk in cooler soiled with dust.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves in walk in cooler soiled with old food debris.
May 20, 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 black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Debris under cooking equipment.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of the preparation table.
May 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Food debris under cooking equipments
Feb 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over cooked chicken tacos.
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.poster was provided to operator
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked with items.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Form was provided to operator
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Hood system soiled
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Food debris under cooking equipments
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Containers with food on the floor inside walk-in cooler.
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.