PARRILLADA CASA AMIGOS
4469 SOUTH CONGRESS AVE STE 110, Palm Springs FL 33461 · 561-404-3022
Last inspected Jan 5, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found At bar, approximately 10 small flying insects, landing on counters and walls.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,120
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026002589 | Nov 3, 2026 | Apr 16, 2026 | $200 |
| 2--2025065226 | Sep 2, 2025 | Mar 6, 2026 | $400 |
| 2--2023029584 | May 2, 2023 | Aug 17, 2023 | $320 |
| 2--2023014770 | Feb 28, 2023 | May 18, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jan 5, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Employee has no proof of any person has certified food manager training.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Nov 3, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge-Maria Flores
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-723
Nov 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operator unable to verify source of shellstock. See stop sale. In walk in cooler, raw oysters. Employee stated they can not locate current oyster tags and no receipts provided..
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. On flip top cooler on cook line, raw fish stored over ready to eat vegetables. Employee moved raw fish to bottom shelf.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. In walk in cooler, raw oysters. Employee stated they can not locate current oyster tags. Employee can not supply tags or receipts for oysters.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Employee has no proof of any person has certified food manager training.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sink at cook lune, no paper towels provided at handwashing sink. Employee provided paper towels.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. In walk in cooler, raw oysters. Employee stated they can not locate current oyster tags.
Sep 3, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge-Maria Flores
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-723
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At kitchen, bowl used as scoop for rice.
Plumbing system in disrepair. At dish area, designated hand sink in disrepair.
Sep 2, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 16 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority7 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found At bar, approximately 10 small flying insects, landing on counters and walls.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. At kitchen reach in cooler and freeze, raw chicken stored in direct contact with non food grade(Thank You) bags. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator removed bags.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. At dry storage area, approximately 11 rodent droppings 5 on floor underneath rack 5 on floor along wall 1 on shelf
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At kitchen, hand wash sink used for other purposes as evident by drinking glass inside sink. Operator removed.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge-Maria Flores
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test strips for chlorine test strips.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sinks throughout kitchen/bar area.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-723
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. At walk in cooler, per operator Salsa, cooked beans made 8/29/25 stored without proper date marking. Advised operator of proper date marking.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At kitchen, bowl used as scoop for rice.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Knives stored in between wall and equipment. Advised operator of proper storage.
Food stored on floor. At walk in cooler, box of oysters and box of chicken stored on floor. Advised operator of proper storage.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In use utensils in standing water 70F. Operator removed.
Plumbing system in disrepair. At dish area, designated hand sink in disrepair.
Stored food not covered. At walk in cooler, cut melon, cooked sauces stored uncovered.
Mar 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 27, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Thank you to go bag used to store cooked rice without any liner. Explained and cook transferred rice to food grade clear plastic bag.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Pico 50 f ( prepared yesterday. Not handled,portioned or prepared today). Tomato sauce ( prepared on site ) 56 f not prepared or portioned today.,cooked yuca 59 f not prepared or portioned today, cooked shrimps 49 f not prepared or portioned today, in top section of the flip top cooler on cook line, ( Sausage 54 f, beef steaks 54 f, beef 53 f, taco beef 54 f, in bottom section of the flip top cooler on cook line ) as per cook all stored overnight in this cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pico 50 f ( prepared yesterday. Not handled,portioned or prepared today). Tomato sauce ( prepared on site ) 56 f not prepared or portioned today.,cooked yuca 59 f not prepared or portioned today, cooked shrimps 49 f not prepared or portioned today, in top section of the flip top cooler on cook line, ( Sausage 54 f, beef steaks 54 f, beef 53 f, taco beef 54 f, in bottom section of the flip top cooler on cook line ) as per cook all stored overnight in this cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. jug of water stored in hand sink in three compartment sink area. Explained and employee removed the jug.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen hand sink and three compartment sink area. Cook put some napkins.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At kitchen hand sink and three compartment sink area. Cook put small amount of liquid soap in small plastic round container.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed one. Operator printed and posted.
Food stored on floor. Cases of water bottles stored on floor in dry food storage room. Employee moved all to the shelf.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.spoons in standing water next to steam table. Water temperature 79 f. Cook dumped the water.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Under white cutting board on cook line. Explained and he removed the towel.
Dec 3, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over cooked rice in walk in cooler. Explained and emailed storage chart. Manager rearranged.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal food stored with and above food in upright cooler. Explained and manager moved food to bottom shelf.
Oct 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink chlorine 0 ppm. Explained. Manager added chlorine. Tested chlorine 50 ppm.
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. Dishwasher handled soiled dishes then handled clean dishes without washing hands. Explained and she washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over cooked rice in walk in cooler. Explained and emailed storage chart. Manager rearranged.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw steaks stored over raw pork in walk in cooler. Explained and manager rearranged.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked steaks cooked on Friday today is Wednesday not date marked. Employee date marked.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing at 2hose bibs by fire extinguisher in the kitchen
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Glasses stored in hand sink at front counter. Explained and manager removed the glasses.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal food stored with and above food in upright cooler. Explained and manager moved food to bottom shelf.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle in contact with lettuce. Explained and she stored handle above the lettuce.
Mar 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At mop sink outside.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Women's restroom
Equipment in poor repair. Upright cooler torn gasket
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door
Jul 26, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. cooked tomato sauce (58F - Cold Holding); cheese (58F - Cold Holding); in bane Marie across from cook line. Operator states food not prepped or portioned today. In unit overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked tomato sauce (58F - Cold Holding); cheese (58F - Cold Holding); in bane Marie across from cook line. Operator states food not prepped or portioned today. In unit overnight.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in one door cooler. operator states milk opened a few days ago.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Glass door freezer unit
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Bane Marie across from cook line
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Two door freezer unit on cook line unclean
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Next to triple sink
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.