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PUPUSERIA SALVADORENA

10929 SW 186 STREET, Cutler Ridge FL 33157 · 786-394-3501

Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats30
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2334673
Grade history
DEC 24
MAR 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
JUL 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the reach in cooler located in front of the steam table raw chicken over beef.
High priority/08A-20-5
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Disciplinary actions

3 cases · $1,360

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2021013897Feb 18, 2021Jul 19, 2021$720
1--2019042068Jun 17, 2019Feb 18, 2020$640
1--2019027022Apr 8, 2019Nov 22, 2019

Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Jul 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed washed oranges stored in dirty box at the front counter.
High priority/08B-27-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cheese and tamales.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a metal bowl used as scoop inside the maseca.
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation
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Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed milk containers reuse to store beverages.
Basic/25-32-4
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Jan 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above mint inside the refrigerator at the kitchen area.. Employee removed the mint.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl used as scoop inside the rice container. Employee removed it.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation also an opened water bottle stored on preparation table. Employee removed the beverages.
Basic/12B-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic waters stored on the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop inside the bucket.
Basic/42-01-4/Repeat Violation
Aug 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed beef and cheese stored inside supermarket bags at the reach in freezer and reach in cooler at the front. Employee placed foods inside food grade bags.
High priority/14-31-5/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above broccoli inside the reach in cooler. Employee placed the raw shell eggs at the bottom.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (54 F - Cold Holding) at the front counter. As per employee cheese was placed in the unit less than 1 hour ago. Employee placed the cheese inside the reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink in the kitchen. Employee provided paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken tacos inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per employee tacos were cooked yesterday morning. Employee date marked the food.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 5 ceiling tile with water damage throughout the establishment.
Basic/36-32-5/Repeat Violation
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed 3 Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container inside the reach in cooler. Employee discarded them.
Basic/12B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic waters stored on the floor on the hallway to the kitchen.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed an orange wet wiping cloth under the cutting board. Employee provided removed it.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed beverage stored inside milk gallons in the reach in cooler at the front.
Basic/25-32-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed clean pots stored on the floor in the kitchen area.
Basic/25-05-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with accumulation of grease behind 3 compartment sink.
Basic/36-27-5
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop inside the bucket.
Basic/42-01-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a Wet wiping cloth on preparation table. Employee removed it.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container at the coffee machine not identified. Employee labeled the sugar.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 22 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority4 Intermediate16 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm). During the inspection employee add more chlorine to the water Triple Sink (Chlorine 50ppm)
High priority/22-42-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee washed hands with no soap.
High priority/12A-20-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can stored in front of the hand sink, located at cooking line. During the inspection employee moved the garbage can.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residues inside the hand sink, located at cooking line. During the inspection employee cleaned it.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at cooking line. During the inspection employee placed a paper towel roll.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink, located at cooking line. During the inspection employee placed a new soap bottle.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. During the inspection employee cleaned it.
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Basic/14-01-5
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Basic/36-37-5
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair, throughout the establishment.
Basic/36-32-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout the kitchen areas.
Basic/36-34-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Discussed with operator and provided email handout.
Basic/16-13-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, throughout the kitchen areas.
Basic/36-73-4
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of rice stored on the floor, located at preparation area.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Discussed with operator and provided email handout.
Basic/51-13-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed fan with dust accumulation, located by the cashier.
Basic/23-03-4
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Basic/36-02-5
Wash/Rinse/Sanitizing solution not maintained clean.
Basic/16-05-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Dec 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine sanitizer at three compartment sink with a reading of 200ppm. Manager had employee dilute solution, final reading 100ppm.
High priority/22-42-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bag used to store raw tripe at reach in freezer. Coached manager on the use of food grade plastic when storing food.
High priority/14-31-5/Warning
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell egg stored over ready to eat food at reach in cooler. Manager placed eggs on bottom of reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tile throughout kitchen and food preparation areas made of porous material.
Basic/36-37-5/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water at cook line and in front of three compartment sink.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice. Manager removed scoop from ice machine to be washed.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with food debris at food preparation area.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Stored food not covered. Observed raw beef at reach in cooler not covered. Manager place a lid on container during inspection.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not stored properly. Manager placed hung mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed began to work put gloves on and failed to wash her hands, instructed employee to wash hands and explained proper hand washing techniques to employee. Employee washed hands
High priority/12A-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the kitchen observed cut cabbage 71 ( - Cold Holding), as per employee kept outside for 2 hours,employee immediately placed it back in the cooler to rapidly cool.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On top of the containers on the steam table observed cooked pasta (103F - Hot Holding), as per person in charge for less than2 hours, employee reheating food.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed large garbage can stored in front of the hand sink at cook line. Employee removed it.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cutting board, bowl and utensils stored in the hand sink located at cook line. Person in charge removed items on site.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven located at cook line interior soiled with old grease buildup.
Basic/22-08-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed upright reach in cooler at front counter interior soiled.
Basic/22-16-4
Jul 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Sweet plantains in direct contact with nonfood-graded bags.
High priority/14-31-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler located in front of the steam table raw chicken, raw beef over cooked black beans.
High priority/08A-05-6
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the reach in cooler located in front of the steam table raw chicken over beef.
High priority/08A-20-5
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer solution 200+ ppm. Manager added water to lower the solution to approximately 100 ppm
High priority/41-18-4/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. HWS located in the kitchen obstructed by a garbage can. Employee removed it on site.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Bucket with chicken seasoning seasoning, container with flour not labeled.
Intermediate/02D-02-4
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pots stored on a small prep table in the kitchen not stored in a protected manner.
Basic/24-05-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior has grease accumulation, oven located In the kitchen.
Basic/22-08-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. RIC located in front of the steam table.
Basic/05-09-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of the microwave solid with food debris. Storage shelves located above the preparation table in the kitchen with dust accumulation.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in Freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. RIF located at front counter.
Basic/22-16-4

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.