LOS PAISANOS RESTAURANT CORP
824 W FLAGLER ST, Miami FL 33130 · 305-321-6702
Last inspected Apr 30, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed seating restaurant establishment operating with an expired license, dated October 1, 2023. At time of inspection, operator made renewal payment via online, in the amount of $312, confirmation# 238640624.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touched her face and then engaged in food preparation. Employee was coached to wash hands.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed menu does not identify that ceviche contains raw food.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan guard inside the walk in cooler with accumulated dust.
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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 next to steam table not working properly. Employee removed food.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board no longer cleanable at the kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing on the bottom wall next to exit back door and numerous tiles broken within back prep, kitchen and dish wash area.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tile missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic oil container stored on the floor of the kitchen.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on the oven door handle.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall located behind baine marine.
Nov 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no back flow preventer on the faucet head located on the outside wall facing the parking lot.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed doors not self closing at both bathrooms.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards being used as prep tables located near the microwave and reach in cooler, at the baine to the right of reach in cooler and stove, and marine and in the back area near the exit door in disrepair with grooves.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in the walk in greaser, both reach in coolers and walk in cooler reach in in the back area, and the reach in at the front counter near baine marine.
Aug 28, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no back flow preventer on the faucet head located on the outside wall facing the parking lot.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed piece of soiled wood holding up the baine marine on the shelf that houses clean pots and pans. Observed soiled pots and pans on the shelf under baine marine. Observed cutting boards being used as prep tables located next to microwave and reach in, baine marine to the right of stove and in the back area near the exit in disrepair soiled.
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 all staff training certificates expired.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed left side of dumpster rusted.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed doors not self closing at both bathrooms.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceilings located above the reach in and baine marine soiled and the inside the men's restroom. Observed the hood vents above cook lined soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards being used as prep tables located near the microwave and reach in cooler, at the baine to the right of reach in cooler and stove, and marine and in the back area near the exit door in disrepair with grooves.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing on the bottom wall next to exit back door and numerous tiles broken within back prep, kitchen and dish wash area.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease trap stored on not absorbent surface next to dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing signs at both bathrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in the walk in greaser, both reach in coolers and walk in cooler reach in in the back area, and the reach in at the front counter near baine marine.
Open dumpster lid.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed piece of untreated soiled wood holding up the baine marine on the shelf that houses pots and pans.
Aug 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 30 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate23 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cheese (48F - Cold Holding). As per staff, more than 4 hours. Product was discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (48F - Cold Holding). As per staff, more than 4 hours.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no back flow preventer on the faucet head located on the outside wall facing the parking lot.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed piece of soiled wood holding up the baine marine on the shelf that houses clean pots and pans. Observed soiled pots and pans on the shelf under baine marine. Observed cutting boards being used as prep tables located next to microwave and reach in, baine marine to the right of stove and in the back area near the exit in disrepair soiled.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge not knowing proper chlorine concentration at three compartment sink. Coached person in charge.
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 all staff training certificates expired.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water tap at both bathrooms not working. Establishment has hot water.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed left side of dumpster rusted.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed doors not self closing at both bathrooms.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceilings located above the reach in and baine marine soiled and the inside the men's restroom. Observed the hood vents above cook lined soiled.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knives stored between wall and preparation table next to cook line. Knives were removed for washing and sanitizing.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed spoons not properly stored at front counter container. Smaller spoons handles were in touching larger spoons heads.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards being used as prep tables located near the microwave and reach in cooler, at the baine to the right of reach in cooler and stove, and marine and in the back area near the exit door in disrepair with grooves.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed soiled floors in the walk in freezer, walking cooler, behind cook line stove, under Bain marine, behind the reach in coolers located at the entrance, and at the front service counter at the entrance where silverware is being stored.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing on the bottom wall next to exit back door and numerous tiles broken within back prep, kitchen and dish wash area.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed raw unpeeled plantains stored under leaking pipe inside walk-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of raw beef stored on the floor of walk in cooler and bucket of oils stored on the floor near flat grill.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease trap stored on not absorbent surface next to dumpster.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up at the back of walk in freezer.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed no lighting in the walk in cooler and freezers.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing signs at both bathrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in the walk in greaser, both reach in coolers and walk in cooler reach in in the back area, and the reach in at the front counter near baine marine.
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. Observed open container of ham in the reach in cooler next to baine marine.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall located behind baine marine.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leaking pipe at the back inside the walk in cooler.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed piece of untreated soiled wood holding up the baine marine on the shelf that houses pots and pans.
Feb 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed produce stored inside thank you bag at walk in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed lid inside. Operator removed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef no date making at reach in cooler at cook line, 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.
Food stored on floor. Observed produce on floor inside walk in cooler.
Jul 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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No quat chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment utilizing quaternary sanitizer tablets and chlorine chemical test strip.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef no date making at walk in cooler, as per operator for more than 24 hours prior.
Clean in place equipment not washed, rinsed and sanitized using three distinct steps. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm) employee washing rinsing and sanitizing. Coached employee and help set up 3 compartment sink with proper concentration. Final reading for Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm).
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed produce on floor walk in cooler. Observed oil container stored on floor at cook line.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to owner via email.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at both restrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler cook line. Observed hoods soiled with heavy grease accumulation.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service trays not inverted at shelf.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind cook line.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen.
Jul 11, 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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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mold like substance on wall I produce walk-in. Build up on produce cooler fan guard.
Mar 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over sour cream in dairy walk-in. Items rearranged at time of inspection.
Water from hand wash sink and three compartment sink drains onto floor. Operator put pan under sink to catch water until sink is repaired.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In mens and women's bathrooms.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating at prep table by back door. Discussed with employee. Employee stoped eating and removed food from area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Space on sides and bottom of back door to dining area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor in disrepair in walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives between prep table and wall on front line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mold like substance on wall I produce walk-in. Build up on produce cooler fan guard.
Jan 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed seating restaurant establishment operating with an expired license, dated October 1, 2023. At time of inspection, operator made renewal payment via online, in the amount of $312, confirmation# 238640624.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over a container of salad inside reach in cooler next to kitchen steamtable unit. Employee removed raw shelled eggs stored over salad container and placed on bottom of reach in cooler.
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. Printed and provided to operator at time of inspection.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves located inside walk in cooler used to store produce/vegetables.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed or provided at time of inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets at walk in cooler and reach in freezer at kitchen area.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses located at kitchen area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoop/ spoons stored in standing water at 96F located on top of steamtable unit at kitchen area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located at men's and women's restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan covers inside walk in coolers.
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.