EL REY DE LA SALCHIPAPA MIAMI
11635 RED RD UNIT 4BH6, Miramar FL 33025 · 718-915-3224
Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 10 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects found -Observed 3 live flying insects landed on flip top cooler at cook line. Operator killed and sanitized areas
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Observed no quat kit used to check sanitizer
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jun 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 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 chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quat test kit present
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.
Jan 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found -Observed 3 live flying insects landed on flip top cooler at cook line. Operator killed and sanitized areas
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -Observed employee cooking raw meat with visible soiled gloves and then cut pineapple without changing gloves and wash hands. After brief education, employee then change gloves and wash his hands.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with cooking oils stored on floor at front line.
Sep 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over dressing and sauces. Operator relocate raw chicken to bottom shelf. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over hotdogs in refrigerator. Operator removed eggs to bottom shelf
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed drinking glasses stored in handwashing sink. Operator removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. A copy has been given to the operator. Operator posted
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with drinks and water stored on floor at front line. Operator removed
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed employee thawing beef at room temperature in kitchen. Operator transfer to running water.
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found -Observed 3 live flying insects landed on non food contact counter in kitchen. Operator killed and sanitized.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over hotdogs in asber refrigerator.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Observed Rae beef not vertical separated from chicken in flip top cooler. Operator removed and stored properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed food containers stored inside handwashing sink at front line. Operator removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to dispense mixed fruits.
Oct 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed additional vacuum breaker needed at mop sink where splitter added.
Sep 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw chicken stored over guacamole in reach in cooler. Operator relocate raw chicken to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed raw chicken cold held at 44F in flip top reach in cooler in kitchen. Per operator, chicken transfer from main cooler 2 hours prior to the inspection. Advised operator to placed ice pack on chicken for quick chill.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed additional vacuum breaker needed at mop sink where splitter added.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed hand wash sink at cookline block with chair. Operator removed chair.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed various items stored inside handwashing sink at cookline. Operator removed items stored in sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.
Food stored on floor. -Observed container with cooking oil stored on floor at front line.
Standing water in bottom of arctic reach-in-cooler.
Apr 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sandwich bread in Arctic air refrigerator.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a spray bottle with cleaning chemical stored with takeout containers at front line. Operator removed chemical and stored properly.
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 proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 1 female employee hired over 60 days has no proof of employee training.
No soap provided at handwash sink. -Observed no soap at a hand wash sink in kitchen area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with cleaning chemical at front line
Feb 21, 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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Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Observed splash guard needed at handwash sink at front line.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. -Observed various food items stored next to handwash sink exposed to splash.
Jan 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority8 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw burger patties stored over various sauces in reach in cooler. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over sandwich bread in reach in cooler. -Observed raw chicken stored over cut vegetables in reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed burger patties cold held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit in Arctic air refrigerator. Per operator, patties made and stored in refrigerator from 4 days ago. Patties did not removed from refrigerator since
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed burger patties cold held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit in Arctic air refrigerator. Per operator, patties made and stored in refrigerator from 4 days ago. Patties did not removed from refrigerator since. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed at 12:53 p.m. cooked chicken hot held at 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator,cooked cooked at 10:00 a.m. operator reheat chicken to 173F.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwash sink in kitchen not accessible, blocked with various cooking equipment and utensils.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed employee storing utensils in handwash sink at front line. Operator removed
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed at 1:22 p.m. no date marked on potato salad stored in refrigerator. Per operator item cooked at 11:00 a.m. Yesterday.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at 3 compartment sink.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Observed splash guard needed at handwash sink at front line.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. -Observed various food items stored next to handwash sink exposed to splash.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Observed beef and pork thawing at room temperature in 3 compartment sink. Operator placed items underneath running water.
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