EL RINCONCITO PAISA #4
9700 SW 24 ST, Miami FL 33165 · 786.663.3260
Last inspected Mar 11, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed six live roaches crawling on floor underneath prep table located across the cook line. Observed five live roaches crawling on floor underneath cook line. Observed one live roach crawling on three compartment sink.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018035633 | Jul 5, 2018 | Dec 20, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 11, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed unwashed produce stored inside non food grade bags in back storage area.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in back kitchen area in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in back prep area soiled.
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed kitchen floor tiles and back prep area floor tiles in disrepair.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall near mop sink in disrepair. Observed hole in wall behind prep table.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash station located across cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler located in front counter area with rusted shelves.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls in back prep area soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several working squeeze bottles containing oils and sauces with no label.
Mar 10, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 25 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority2 Intermediate16 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed male employee crack raw shelled eggs and immediately grab clean aluminum pan without proper hand washing.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed male employee touch dirty utensils and then place gloves on without washing hands.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed unwashed produce stored inside non food grade bags in back storage area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired since October 1, 2025.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed six live roaches crawling on floor underneath prep table located across the cook line. Observed five live roaches crawling on floor underneath cook line. Observed one live roach crawling on three compartment sink.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed approximately 20+ roach droppings on top water heater in back storage area.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed male employee wash utensils in hand wash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near cook line.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handle soiled in back kitchen area.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in back storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in back kitchen area in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in back prep area soiled.
Clean equipment and utensils not separated from soiled equipment and utensils at warewashing area. Observed clean dishes stored next to soiled dishes in ware wash area.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach behind white chest freezer in back storage area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed kitchen floor tiles and back prep area floor tiles in disrepair.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall near mop sink in disrepair. Observed hole in wall behind prep table.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth under white cutting board at prep table.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash station located across cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler located in back prep area with soiled interior.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler located in front counter area with rusted shelves.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls in back prep area soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several working squeeze bottles containing oils and sauces with no label.
Oct 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 22 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority5 Intermediate12 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw steak stored inside thank you bags inside walk in cooler. Operator removed immediately.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed raw fish store inside non food grade container inside walk in cooler.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired since October 1, 2025.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shelled eggs stored on top of prep table located across the cook line. As per operator, eggs have been there for about half an hour. Operator placed inside reach in cooler for cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (48F - Cold Holding); raw steak (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler near ware washing area. As per operator, products were placed there about an hour ago. Operator placed products inside walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen plates stored inside hand wash sink near ware washing area. Operator removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test kit expired 02/22.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink located next to ware washing area. Operator restocked.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink located next to ware washing area. Operator restocked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle containing degreaser stored near ware washing area with no label. Operator labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cooking pan used as a scoop inside bin of rice near dry storage area. Operator removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed kitchen prep area ceiling soiled.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several floor tiles near main cook line cracked.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice at the ice machine located near front counter. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils inside standing water at 84F. Operator discarded water.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign inside female restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler located near front counter with rusted shelves.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Observed light candle inside walk in cooler not working.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall near mop sink soiled. Observed wall located behind preparation table soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on prep table not stored in chlorine sanitizer solution.
Apr 29, 2025Inspection 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, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (114F - Hot Holding) at steam table under 135F. Operator removed product and began to reheat to correct parameters.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink located near dish machine. Operator restocked.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several cracked tiles near back prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler located at the front counter with rusted shelves.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Observed missing light fixture inside walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler with rust accumulation on shelves.
Dec 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 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 swai in the reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed multiple cracked containers in the reach in cooler and kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. By the steam table.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall by dishwasher soiled, front of walk in freezer and mop sink.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed walk in freezer floor soiled.
Dec 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in 87F standing water. Operator placed container on stove and turned on.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw swai in the reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed red beans (46F - Cold Holding); sausage (45F - Cold Holding); marinated chicken (47F - Cold Holding); marinated swai (45F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler, as per operator door is constantly opening and closing.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 200+ppm), operator added more water Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm).
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. By the 3 compartment sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle touching the rice on the steam table. Operator removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ambient temperature in the clear reach in cooler at 48F, due to opening and closing.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed multiple cracked containers in the reach in cooler and kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. By the steam table.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall by dishwasher soiled, front of walk in freezer and mop sink.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed walk in freezer floor soiled.
Jun 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed hole inside of microwave in kitchen area
Food stored on floor. Observed yuca stored on floor inside walk in freezer, manager picked up the products.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor under shelves inside of walk in freezer.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no thermometer located inside of reach in cooler at kitchen area
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at handwashing sink in women's bathroom
Observed accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Observed ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves inside of reach in cooler at front counter rusted.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloths not stored inside of sanitizer bucket.
May 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washed and rinsed pot without sanitizing. Coached employee and employee began to set up triple sink with chlorine sanitizer.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel used as liner in bowl with cilantro.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed plantains stored inside of thank you bag at reach in cooler in kitchen area, manager voluntarily discarded products.
Observed employee handle soiled equipment and then handled clean equipment without washing hands. Observed employee handling soiled cooking pot and then began handling clean containers, no hand wash.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked rice inside of reach in freezer at storage area, manager relocated products.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside of reach in cooler in kitchen area
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork belly (115F - Hot Holding) as per manager for less than 30 mins. Discussed using time as public health control with manager. Observed rice (130F - Hot Holding) as per manager for one hour, advised manager to stir product to distribute heat.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed faucet removed from hand sink in ware wash area.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed faucet removed from hand sink in ware wash area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed hole inside of microwave in kitchen area
Food stored on floor. Observed yuca stored on floor inside walk in freezer, manager picked up the products.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor under shelves inside of walk in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored inside water 111F at prep area, manager moved water to be reheated
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no thermometer located inside of reach in cooler at kitchen area
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at handwashing sink in women's bathroom
Observed accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Observed ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves inside of reach in cooler at front counter rusted.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed reuse of single use can of olives inside reach in cooler at dry storage area
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed standing water in floor drain near mop sink
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloths not stored inside of sanitizer bucket.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of sugar, rice, and beans not labeled in dry storage area
Jan 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken and raw pork stored inside non food grade bags at walk in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork belly (98F-101F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per employee, for approximately 10 minutes. Advised operator and employee to reheat product to 165F.
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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line and ware washing areas.
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. Printed and provided employee health reporting agreement and some employees reviewed and signed.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on shelf at dry storage area. Employee discarded roaches and sanitized area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled with old food debris.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at preparation area and cook line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and walk-in freezer.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at women's bathroom.
Observed plastic dish racks soiled with mold like substance at ware washing area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service trays not inverted at dry storage area. Employee inverted items.
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.