EL TORO LOCO CHURRASCARIA
6603 S DIXIE HWY, Miami FL 33143 · (786) 439-9847
Last inspected Aug 4, 2026 · 12 visits since January 2024
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing of wastewater at an unapproved location. Observed the MFDV connected to a pipe buried in the ground next to the MFDV. Not record where the waste water is conducted. As per the owner of the commissary (Enzo Italian Restaurant 2334922) they don't used the commissary to dispose of waste water.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 4, 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
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. Observed no form or kit.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed zapper installed over chest freezer.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy.
Jul 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to verbally calibrate thermometer; inspector went over process with manager.
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. Observed no form on site; inspector provided via email.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed manager unable to verbally calibrate thermometer; inspector went over process with manager.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last inspection not onsite.
May 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spatula and bottle in hand sink; operator removed during inspection. Observed employee wash rag in hand sink.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet and hooks at warewash area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees cookies and phones above prep table at food truck entry.
Jan 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed no time mark on garlic with olive oil sauce and chimichurri. As per operator was prepared and placed about 30 minutes ago. Operator place 4 hour time mark onto containers.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening larger than necessary for food service. Observed the door of the MFDV is permanently open.
Aug 30, 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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Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening larger than necessary for food service. Observed the door of the MFDV is permanently open.
Aug 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 25 ppm). Operator added chlorine to the three compartment sink to get 100 ppm.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing of wastewater at an unapproved location. Observed the MFDV connected to a pipe buried in the ground next to the MFDV. Not record where the waste water is conducted. As per the owner of the commissary (Enzo Italian Restaurant 2334922) they don't used the commissary to dispose of waste water.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator was outside 30 minutes ago)
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Observed one new employee no proof of food employee reporting agreement.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening larger than necessary for food service. Observed the door of the MFDV is permanently open.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from the clean water tank.
Apr 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 29, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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/. Observed the original plan does not match. The hand wash sink was relocated to the entrance of the MFDV, the ice maker was removed, and they changed the position of the three compartment sink.
Feb 22, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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/. Observed the original plan does not match. The hand wash sink was relocated to the entrance of the MFDV, the ice maker was removed, and they changed the position of the three compartment sink.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Observed no quick disconnect valve located on water hose connected to establishment where MFDV is parked. Observed the water tank removed from MFDV.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. Observed MFDV resting on wood. No longer completely on ground making the MFDV not mobile.
Sewage holding tank in mobile food dispensing vehicle was removed. The MFDV is connected to a septic tank located on ground.
Feb 8, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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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/. Observed the original plan does not match. The hand wash sink was relocated to the entrance of the MFDV, the ice maker was removed, and they changed the position of the three compartment sink.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Observed no quick disconnect valve located on water hose connected to establishment where MFDV is parked. Observed the water tank removed from MFDV.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. Observed MFDV resting on wood. No longer completely on ground making the MFDV not mobile.
Observed operator removed the fresh water tank from MFDV.
Sewage holding tank in mobile food dispensing vehicle was removed. The MFDV is connected to a septic tank located on ground.
Feb 1, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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/. Observed the original plan does not match. The hand wash sink was relocated to the entrance of the MFDV, the ice maker was removed, and they changed the position of the three compartment sink.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Observed no quick disconnect valve located on water hose connected to establishment where MFDV is parked. Observed the water tank removed from MFDV.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. Observed MFDV resting on wood. No longer completely on ground making the MFDV not mobile.
Observed operator removed the fresh water tank from MFDV.
Sewage holding tank in mobile food dispensing vehicle was removed. The MFDV is connected to a septic tank located on ground.
Jan 31, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed the person in charge unaware how to use the 3 compartment sink. As per operator she washed utensils after they use chlorine.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw hamburger stored over bread at reach in freezer.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork at reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked onions (107F - Hot Holding) at preparation table. As per operator for 1 and half hours. And (133F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for less than two hours.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical containers stored next to containers of food grade oil in shed outside of MFDV.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 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/. Observed the original plan does not match. The hand wash sink was relocated to the entrance of the MFDV, the ice maker was removed, and they changed the position of the three compartment 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. Observed new employee with no proof of food employee reporting agreement. Food employee reporting agreement was provided.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking beverage while preparing food.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. As per operator she washed utensils after they use chlorine.
Food stored outside. Observed outside of mobile unit 1 storage shed with 1 reach in freezer containing French fries, butter, corn, juice bottles and bread and cans of soda. Observed 2 storage cabinets outside of mobile unit containing bottles of water, single service articles, bottles of condiments, can with evaporated milk, oil plastic containers, coal bags, and chemicals.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Observed no quick disconnect valve located on water hose connected to establishment where MFDV is parked. Observed the water tank removed from MFDV.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. Observed MFDV resting on wood. No longer completely on ground making the MFDV not mobile.
Observed operator removed the fresh water tank from MFDV.
Sewage holding tank in mobile food dispensing vehicle was removed. The MFDV is connected to a septic tank located on ground.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed one reach in freezer stored in a shed outside the MFDV.
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