FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS
12335 SW 112 ST, Miami FL 33186 · 786-922-5687
Last inspected May 7, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
FEB 24
NOV 24
APR 25
OCT 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Water line from storage tank not properly constructed. Observed hose connected to waste water tank in disrepair/ broken/torn.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired dated 10-1-2025. Operator began process of paying license renewal, awaiting confirmation.
Water line from storage tank not properly constructed. Observed hose connected to waste water tank in disrepair/ broken/torn.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Jan 5, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired 10/1/3025.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed blocked by mixing bowls and aprons stored inside.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in container of cooked rice.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Observed rice cooker with rice stored on floor.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease trap used by food truck not on pad/ nonabsorbent surface.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go trays stored on floor.
Oct 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired 10/1/3025.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed blocked by mixing bowls and aprons stored inside.
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 expired for Jean. Sells Avile and Maria Figarella on 5/16 and 18/ 2025.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in container of cooked rice.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Observed rice cooker with rice stored on floor.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease trap used by food truck not on pad/ nonabsorbent surface.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go trays stored on floor.
Apr 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Coached employee on correct procedure.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork chunks stored over plantains at reach-in freezer. Coached manager on correct procedure.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked chicken (124F - Hot Holding). As per operator, 30 minutes. Operator increased hot holding temperature of device to reheat product.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed CFM not knowing how to calibrate thermometer using the cold method. Coached CFM on correct procedure.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable next to microwave.
Food stored on floor. Observed small ice machine on floor under front counter.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease trap used by food truck not on pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 operator with form via email. Operator printed, reviewed, and signed form during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at prep table cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior microwave soiled with old food residue. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Nov 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cachapa (57F - Cooling); soft cheese (48F - Cold Holding). As per manager, for 3 hours. Manager moved items to reach in freezer for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked ribs (128F - Hot Holding) in hot box. As per manager, for 3 hours.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed MFDV disposing liquid waste using drain hose directly to ground. Manager removed drain hose connection.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water available when valve is open at hand wash sink. Manager repaired valve during inspection.
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.