EL RIO LINDO CAFE CORP
641 SW 12TH AVENUE, Miami FL 33130 · 305.856.9934
Last inspected Apr 29, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Provided to operator via email.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled tortillas and clean utensils without washing hands. Employee was coached to wash hands.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed all utensils at the 3 compartment sink have not been sanitized. Employee was advised to sanitize them.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee was not able to answer how to sanitize utensils. Employee was coached.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen area.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cups used as scoop inside the pico de gallo.
Employee drinking in a food preparation table in the kitchen.
Food stored on floor.observed plastic container with ground beef stored on the floor of the kitchen area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored in the oven handle. Employee removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed ground beef inside a plastic container on the floor of the kitchen.
Dec 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm) at kitchen area, employee diluted solution with a final reading of 100.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed at glass door reach in cooler shelves rusting at pitting.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter soiled with debris.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles at kitchen area not smooth and easily cleaned.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal pot and containers on a rack between standing freezer and reach in cooler not inverted.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at women's bathroom is missing a trash can with lid.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed is from October 1st, 2025.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at glass door reach in cooler at kitchen area torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of plastic water bottles stored on the floor under front counter area.
Open dumpster lid. Observed at dumpster area.
Mar 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority6 Intermediate3 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 stored over raw beef inside reach in cooler at cook line.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.
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. Provided to operator via email.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pans inside hws at kitchen, chef removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment offers beef and raw shell eggs offered raw or undercooked with no consumer advisory posted. Printed to person in change and posted at front counter.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling with water damage at kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line.
Dec 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beans and cooked white rice inside reach in cooler with no date marked. As per operator for more than 24 hours prior.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling with water damage at kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in disrepair at reach in cooler by employees restroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers on floor by reach in freezers.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside reach in cooler by cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar by coffee machine not identified as its common name.
Nov 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority8 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over ham and white rice at reach in cooler by cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (62F - Cold Holding) on top of reach in cooler at cook line. As per operator from approximately 30 minutes prior. Operator placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken soup (84F - Hot Holding) on top of 3 compartment sink, as per operator for approximately 30 minutes prior. Operator placed product inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
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. Provided to operator via email.
No chlorine 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. Cook replaced.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge unaware of thermometer calibration procedures. Coached person in charge.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment offers beef and raw shell eggs offered raw or undercooked with no consumer advisory posted. Printed to person in change and posted at front counter.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beans and cooked white rice inside reach in cooler with no date marked. As per operator for more than 24 hours prior.
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. Observed Carmen Vasquez, Eliett Carmona, Suyapa Mendoza all certified by FRLA expired on 09-30-2024.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling with water damage at kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in disrepair at reach in cooler by employees restroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers on floor by reach in freezers.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezers.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching flour inside container at cook line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 77F at cook line.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside reach in cooler by cook line.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed handle leaking at kitchen hand washing sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar by coffee machine not identified as its common name.
Feb 29, 2024Inspection 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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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in cook kitchen. Sink blocked with table holding plates.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cook line.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Cloth stored over tortillas.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at front counter ice bin.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Objectionable Odors in kitchen by deep freezer and in employee restroom.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Left faucet in employee restroom doesn't turn on.
Stored food not covered. Refried beans and bacon stored in upright freezer un covered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Tilapia stored in ice bag in small deep freezer not labeled.
Feb 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. white cheese (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); in single door reach-in cooler near kitchen entry door. Operator stated the items were left out for about 20 minutes during lunch rush. Operator stated she will keep both foods in cooler to chill.
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. Operator unable to provide written procedures for clean up events. Distributed Training material during this inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink next to triple sink used to store equipment. Operator removed items from hand wash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to triple sink, hand wash sink in bar area, or at hand wash sink in employee restroom. Operator replenished paper towels at all three hand wash sinks.
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. Operator unable to provide proof that employees are informed of reporting symptoms related to food borne illnesses to person in charge. Distributed health form to operator during this inspection. Operator had employee read and sign form.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink next to triple sink. Operator replenished soap at hand wash sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine in bar area soiled.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Bowls and pots on clean storage shelf in back kitchen area not inverted. Also, plates on shelf in kitchen area not inverted.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No lid on waste receptacle in women's restroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees personal belongings stored on clean equipment in storage area of kitchen and in bar area on bottled waters. Operator removed employee jackets and purse to properly store.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Two pairs of tongs hanging from stove handle. Operator removed tongs to properly store.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp clean stacked pans on storage shelf unable to properly air dry triple sink thawing in standing water. Operator emptied bowl of water and started to cook shrimp
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Ceiling in kitchen, prep and cookline area not smooth and easily cleanable.
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