PALO QUEMAO
350 NE 24 ST UNIT 109, Miami FL 33137 · 305-903-6390
Last inspected Apr 15, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 3 flies flying around wine bottles behind bar.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015006050 | Jan 12, 2015 | Mar 5, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 15, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside walk in cooler sweet plantains (49F - Cold Holding). As per operator since the day before.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside walk in cooler sweet plantains (49F - Cold Holding). As per operator since the day before.
Apr 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw shell eggs inside walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside walk in cooler sweet plantains (49F - Cold Holding). As per operator since the day before.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside walk in cooler sweet plantains (49F - Cold Holding). As per operator since the day before.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on shelve over cook line blood sausage (85F - Hot Holding); chicharron (88F - Hot Holding). As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Observed at steam table beef soup (129F - Hot Holding); soup veggies (120F - Hot Holding) as per operator for less than 4 hrs.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic lid and plastic container inside hand sink at kitchen. Operator removed. Observed silicon mat stored I side hand sink at bar area. Operator removed the item.
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/ Operator arrived during inspection.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at kitchen 81F. Observed water at bar area 82F.
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 As per operator food employees Alison, Bismar, Marilu, Lucson, Yoli, Maria Fernanda have been hired for less than 60 days no proof of employee agreement.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at kitchen. Operator fixed paper towel dispenser.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at kitchen 81F. Observed at bar area 81F.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed corvina still inside package I side walk in cooler. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator started to remove fish from package.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water next to single service on shelve over steam table. Operator removed.
No hot running water at mop sink. Observed water at 80F.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed small bowls on shelve over steam table not inverted. Operator inverted.
Nov 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic bowl and towels inside Hand sink across cook line. Operator removed the items.
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/ Operator arrived during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On across cook line. Operator provided.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board next to cook line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottled water next to single service over steam table. Operator removed the water.
Food stored on floor. Observed bottled water stored on floor behind bar.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed next to cook line.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar inside plastic container across cook line without label.
May 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 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 employee named Andrea with expired certificate.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed flip top reach in cooler with gaskets soiled. Observed walk in cooler fan covers with accumulated dust.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Apr 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw snapper stored in the walk in cooler. Operator stored properly.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwashing sink at the front counter removed and replaced with a 3 compartment sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen. Operator placed new soap bottle.
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 employee named Andrea with expired certificate.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Observed caldo de sopa and yuca containers stored on the floor in the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed flip top reach in cooler with gaskets soiled. Observed walk in cooler fan covers with accumulated dust.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Oct 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside walk 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. Discussed and provided via email to manager.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored inside hand sink at kitchen. Employee removed the items.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing at kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed hot water handle broken at kitchen hand sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer at prep area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoops inside standing water 86F on steam table.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed foam containers not inverted on shelve over reach in cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
May 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee washed hands with cold water. The only handwash sink in kitchen has a broken hot water switch and unable to utilize hot water. Observed employee washed hands in this sink with water temped 73 F.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. A container of raw shell eggs stored over a container of cooked pork in walk-in cooler. Employee rearranged items to prevent cross contamination.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 7 large packs of raw beef (49-51F - Cold Holding) stored on prep table in kitchen. Employee moved items to walk-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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained on cook line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a cooking utensil stored in handwash sink in kitchen. Employee removed. Observed a bucket with soap water stored in handwash sink at front service counter.
Food stored on floor. A bag of rice and multiple cases of fry oils stored on floor in dry storage area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sign worn and unable to read at front service counter's handwash sink.
Apr 29, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed fake Servsafe certificate. Sebastian Garcia certificate number 96950500017, inspector went to Servsafe website and entered in certificate number and employee name, no records found.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. On the chest reach in freezer lid in storage room.
Equipment in poor repair. Chest reach in freezer gasket in disrepair in storage prep room. Cutting board on reach in cooler inn Kicthen with deep cut marks. Wooden boards used for serving steaks some are becoming cracked.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. In chest freezer in back storage room.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Wooden shelves by Three compartment sink not sealed.
Jan 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority10 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 3 flies flying around wine bottles behind bar.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw Beef over cilantro in walk in cooler. Raw chicken over raw shell eggs
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. beef 1 hour (57F - Cold Holding) item sitting on top of freezer in storage room, operator stated item was going to be prepped later, he placed item in walk in cooler. chicken (45F - Cold Holding) item in walk 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.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked potatoes cooling for 1 hour at 108 sitting at room temperature in prep room. Operator moved item in walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach in cooler in kitchen heavily stained.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Tongs in Handwash sink in kitchen, owner moved.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed fake Servsafe certificate. Sebastian Garcia certificate number 96950500017, inspector went to Servsafe website and entered in certificate number and employee name, no records found.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Utilizing chlorine bleach.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink in kitchen, owner placed towels by 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.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only observed 2 certificates 3 other employees working longer than 60 days no certificates, all other employees are new.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment serving steak cooked to order (medium rare, medium etc.) inspector provided copy operator posted.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. On the chest reach in freezer lid in storage room.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food on top shelf in reach in cooler behind bar, operator labeled and moved item to the bottom.
Equipment in poor repair. Chest reach in freezer gasket in disrepair in storage prep room. Cutting board on reach in cooler inn Kicthen with deep cut marks. Wooden boards used for serving steaks some are becoming cracked.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. In chest freezer in back storage room.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Wooden shelves by Three compartment sink not sealed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods above cooking equipment in kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler in corner of kitchen.
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