EL TAMALAZO II
13911 SW 66 ST, Miami FL 33183
Last inspected Mar 2, 2026 · 6 visits since February 2024
5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked yuca (99F - Hot Holding) at cook line. As per operator, less than two hours. Product was reheated to 165F.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Food stored on floor. Observed a box of plantains stored on floor at walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in freezer located next to lobby area.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork over vegetables in the walk in cooler. The cook moved the pork to the bottom shelf.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the triple sink uses quaternary as sanitizer and has a chlorine test kit.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the ice scoop on a cardboard box. The food handler removed it.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored above pico de gallo. Operator moved to bottom of shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in warmer: cooked pork (112F - Hot Holding); cooked beef (126F - Hot Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours inside warmer. Inspector had operator turn heat up.
No handwash sink for employees. Observed hand sink used for storage in kitchen.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed dumpster on grass.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in kitchen area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood system.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed dumpster placed on soil.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over unwashed produce at walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked yuca (99F - Hot Holding) at cook line. As per operator, less than two hours. Product was reheated to 165F.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips a at time of inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed plastic water bottle over preparation table at kitchen. Bottle was removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of plastic containers of lard stored on floor at three compartment sink area. Coached operator on correct procedure.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed dumpster placed on soil.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
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