LOS CATRACHOS
755 W FLAGLER ST, Miami FL 33130 · 305-324-7708
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 9 visits since February 2024
SEP 24
FEB 25
NOV 25
APR 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 30 plus flies landing on clean food equipment in the kitchen area and flying around food preparation area in the kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $760
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2026029978 | Apr 29, 2026 | Jun 10, 2026 | $400 |
| 1--2017052014 | Oct 24, 2017 | Feb 9, 2018 | $360 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Observed one small flying insect flying in the air near the exit door trash receptacle. The operator removed the receptacle from the area, and the insect exited the facility.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at three compartment sink.
Observed No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located inside women bathroom.
Observed ground beef and cooked chicken Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked located at reach in cooler next to three compartment sink.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle inside cooked ground beef at reach in cooler.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in kitchen area at front lobby.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit kitchen door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair next to 3 compartment sink.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor tiles in disrepair next to 3 compartment sink.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Observed Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Observed Unsealed concrete floor in kitchen area at front kitchen area.
Observed ceiling tiles vents soiled with dust located inside kitchen area right at front entrance.
Open dumpster lid.
Apr 30, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a bowl and scrub stored inside the hand wash sink at the front counter.
Apr 29, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handled dirty dishes to the 3 compartment area and then handled clean equipment without washing hands.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee was not sanitizing utensils properly. Employee was coached how to sanitize utensils.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 30 plus flies landing on clean food equipment in the kitchen area and flying around food preparation area in the kitchen.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 3 shell eggs stored with broken shells inside the reach in cooler.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Employee was not able to answer how to sanitize utensils. Employee was coached.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a bowl and scrub stored inside the hand wash sink at the front counter.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed by the 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at front counter.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelets while engaged in food preparation.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic cups stored above 3 compartment sink not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under the AC unit in the kitchen area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed plastics fork and a cup stored in standing water at 80°F at the front counter next to the rice cooker.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified at the front counter next to the coffee machine.
very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink at front counter.
Dec 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Julietas training expired on 06.13.25.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both bathrooms door not self closing.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at front counter.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets soiled at unit next to cash register and multi Glassdoor unit at front counter.
Nov 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed Shredded beef (46F - Cooling) at reach-in cooler near warewashing area. As per staff, cooked yesterday.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed thank you bag used to stored peeled plantains at reach-in cooler next to cash register.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Shredded beef (46F - Cooling) at reach-in cooler near warewashing area. As per staff, cooked yesterday. Observed raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding) at reach-in cooler across from cook line. As per staff, 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding) at reach-in cooler across cook line. As per staff 4 hours.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed both hand washing sink at front counter and next to 3CS with plates and utensils inside.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink next to three compartment sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand washing sink next to three compartment sink. Soap was provided.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Julietas training expired on 06.13.25.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both bathrooms door not self closing.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at front counter.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler across cook line with an ambient temperature of 51F.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets across cook line in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles and frying oil on floor at dry storage area. Coached operator on correct procedure.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets soiled at unit next to cash register and multi Glassdoor unit at front counter.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe missing under hand washing sink next to three compartment sink.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of cup carriers stored on floor at dry storage area. Coached operator on correct procedure.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at warewashing area.
Feb 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked shredded beef inside reach in cooler by 3 compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pots and pans stored inside handwashing sink 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 ground beef inside reach in cooler by 3 compartment sink no date marked, as per operator for more than 24 hours prior.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed some employee training missing date of birth.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside cooked beans container.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in poor repair inside reach in cooler across cook line.
Sep 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked shredded beef inside reach in cooler by 3 compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pots and pans stored inside handwashing sink at front counter.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink by 3 compartment sink, operator replaced.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked shredded chicken inside reach in cooler by 3 compartment sink no date marked, as per operator for more than 24 hours prior.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in poor repair inside reach in cooler across cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container stored on floor at cook line.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside all reach in coolers.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top preparation table by coffee machine front counter.
Mar 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw marinated chicken stored over tortilla dough T prep cooler at cook line.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of 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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at hand sink in kitchen.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly.
Feb 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched dirty dishes and then touched clean dishes without washing hands in between. Discussed hand washing with operator.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Non food grade thank you bag in direct contact with house made dough at front service line. Operator removed bag from dough.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired 10-1-23
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw beef in glass door reach-in cooler. Operator removed chicken to properly store.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. milk (62F - Cold Holding) on bottom shelf near coffee making station. Operator stated employee had milk out to make coffees during lunch. Operator placed milk in nearby reach-in cooler. Also, cream sauce w/ milk (66F - Cold Holding) at front line at display case. Observed sauce on very little melted ice. Discussed with operator to have sauce surrounded by ice to chill cream sauce.
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 glass door reach-in cooler used to rinse off dishes and used for storing misc supplies. Employee removed all items from hand wash 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. 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 started to tell employees on duty about filling out form.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink next to glass door reach-in cooler and no soap at hand wash sink near triple sink. Operator replenished soap at both hand wash sinks.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Unable to dispense paper towels at hand wash sink next to glass door reach-in cooler. Operator un jammed paper towels.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Most employee food safety certifications expired in 10/2923 except for Tairy D.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach-in cooler across from stove torn.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom interior of reach in freezer across from ice machine souled.
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.