EL RINCON DE PAPA RESTURANT INC
7250 W 24 AVE BAY 7-8, Hialeah FL 33016 · 305-820-1700
Last inspected Jun 9, 2026 · 10 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed mozzarella cheese with mold-like growth in reach in cooler.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over tomatoes and onions in reach in cooler. Operator properly stored it.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed pork chop with date market from 5/27/26 in reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed pork chop with date market from 5/27/26 in reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels of replaced during inspection.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Apr 20, 2026□ 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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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Apr 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed mozzarella cheese with mold-like growth in reach in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed salami (50F - Cold Holding); cheese (52F - Cold Holding); chorizo (53F - Cold Holding); shrimp (50F - Cold Holding) with date marked from 3/31/2026.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed salami (50F - Cold Holding); cheese (52F - Cold Holding); chorizo (53F - Cold Holding); shrimp (50F - Cold Holding) with date marked from 3/31/2026.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw Poultry (49F - Cold Holding); raw Beef (48F - Cold Holding); beans (50F - Cold Holding); salami (50F - Cold Holding); cheese (52F - Cold Holding); chorizo (53F - Cold Holding); shrimp (50F - Cold Holding) for less than 4 hours, as for operator. Operator reconnect the equipment.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on shelves above preparation table next to microwave.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container and cases of water on kitchen floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Underneath of hand sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washed hands at 3 compartment sink. Inspector coached operator anon proper hand washing.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup no handle used to dispense rice. Operator discarded cup.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed at kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at bar area grooved cut board.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on reach in coolers at kitchen.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board at kitchen.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at kitchen above chest freezer, at kitchen light no shield.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers at kitchen above chest not inverted. Operator inverted single serve to go containers.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Dec 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the prep table at cook line fresh garlic in oil (79F - Cold Holding), as per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator transfer it back to the cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a container with raw chicken stored on the floor at cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed whole chicken thawing at room temperature in the kitchen.
Dec 26, 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 in poor repair. The three door upright reach-in cooler located at cook line observed gasket torn.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in freezer shelves rusted, freezer located at the end of the cook line by the exit door.
Oct 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee picking up food residue from kitchen floor, dumping it in garbage can then continue to rinse vegetables in the three compartment sink without washing her hands prior. Explained to manager the importance of proper hand washing techniques.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the three door upright reach-in cooler located at cook line observed raw eggs stored over a bottle of mayonnaise.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Warewashing sanitizing solution at three compartment sink front counter 200ppm. Employee lower solution with water to 100ppm.
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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at kitchen.
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. For employees Eularia Pina, Jennifer Pina, working over 60 days.
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. Provided Employee Agreement not available. Sent form to operator by email.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed salt in a clear container not identified by common name.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In the three door upright reach-in cooler located at cook line observed cooked pork stored, operator stated pork was cooked since last Thursday. Instructed employee to date mark food.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed under-counter 2 door prep cooler located in the kitchen not functioning ( refrigerator is being used as dry storage).
Equipment in poor repair. The three door upright reach-in cooler located at cook line observed gasket torn.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave solid with old food debris.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in freezer shelves rusted, freezer located at the end of the cook line by the exit door.
Reach-in freezer interior has accumulation of soil residues, freezer located at the end of the kitchen by the exit door.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
May 6, 2024□ 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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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Obseved gasket soiled at reach in cooler across from 3 compartment sink.
Mar 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed Bread inside thank you bags at reach in cooler across from 3 compartment 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. At the time of the observed employee Eulalaa Pina with no food employee certificate.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Obseved gasket soiled at reach in cooler across from 3 compartment sink.
Dec 20, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 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 oxtail in the reach in cooler across from the three compartment sink. Operator placed the raw chicken under the raw ox tail inside the reach in cooler.
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. Emailed to operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times due to dirty dishes stored inside. Operator removed the dishes and washed the interior of the hand washing sink.
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. Emailed to operator to have employees to fill out.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice in the standing reach in cooler with no date mark.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles thought out the kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator voluntary discarded the water bottle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust on reach in cooler gaskets.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name inside the reach in cooler that contains tomato paste.
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.