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RESTAURANT EL HONDURENO II

2298 NW 36 ST, Miami FL 33142

Last inspected Oct 21, 2025 · 8 visits since January 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats50
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2331004
Grade history
JUN 24
OCT 24
APR 25
AUG 25
OCT 25
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 10 plus live roaches on the left side of the cook line coming in and out of the bottom of the wall that is in disrepair. Observed 3 live roaches crawling on the wall on the left side of the cook line.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $800

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2025063113Aug 20, 2025Sep 18, 2025$400
1--2017061299Dec 21, 2017Feb 9, 2018$400

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Oct 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findings
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed pill container on top of prep table. Employee put it away onsite.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork inside thank you bags inside freezer.
High priority/14-31-5/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 with no date marking inside reach in freezer.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled behind cook line.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation
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Aug 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork inside "thank-you" bags inside reach in freezer in front of office.
High priority/14-31-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 21, 2025 · Observed pork inside "thank-you" bags inside reach in freezer in front of office. Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside interior of ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 21, 2025 · Observed mold like substance inside interior of ice machine. Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with excessive cutting marks on prep tables.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 21, 2025 · Observed cutting boards with excessive cutting marks on prep tables. Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall, above 3 compartment sink area. Observed wall in disrepair to the right of mop sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 21, 2025 · Observed hole on wall, above 3 compartment sink area. Observed wall in disrepair to the right of mop sink. Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on both reach in freezers by dry storage area.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 21, 2025 · Observed ice buildup up on both reach in freezers by dry storage area. Time Extended
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of ovens on cook line and microwave by prep table.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 21, 2025 · Observed soiled interior of microwave by prep table. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler in front of cook line.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 21, 2025 · Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler in front of cook line. Time Extended
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside reach in cooler in front of cook line.
Basic/14-33-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 21, 2025 · Observed rusted shelves inside reach in cooler in front of cook line. Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled throughout entire kitchen area.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 21, 2025 · Observed walls soiled throughout entire kitchen area. Time Extended
Aug 20, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 18 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 priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork inside "thank-you" bags inside reach in freezer in front of office.
High priority/14-31-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 10 plus live roaches on the left side of the cook line coming in and out of the bottom of the wall that is in disrepair. Observed 3 live roaches crawling on the wall on the left side of the cook line.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee washing container at 3 compartment sink with gloves, then grabbed something out the reach in cooler with no hand wash or glove change. Coached employee on handwashing methods. Employee washed hands and changed gloves.
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards on prep table in kitchen area.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef and cooked chicken inside reach in coolers with no date marking.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside interior of ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with excessive cutting marks on prep tables.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one small dead roach inside of oven on the left side of cook line.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair at the bottom, on the left side of cook line.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed a box of chicken on the floor next to prep table. Operator placed it off the ground onsite.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall, above 3 compartment sink area. Observed wall in disrepair to the right of mop sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on both reach in freezers by dry storage area.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of ovens on cook line and microwave by prep table.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler in front of cook line.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside reach in cooler in front of cook line.
Basic/14-33-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork in a bucket of standing water. Coached employee on proper thawing methods.
Basic/06-01-5/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled throughout entire kitchen area.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soiled floor throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-10-4/Warning
Jun 6, 2025Call 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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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no CFM certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit Jun 6, 2025 · Observed no CFM certification.* Admin Complaint
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed no CFM in establishment.
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning/Return visit Jun 6, 2025 · Observed no CFM in establishment Admin Complaint
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside of ice machine by front counter.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jun 6, 2025 · Observed mold like substance inside of ice machine by front counter. Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with excessive cut marks in kitchen prep area.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 6, 2025 · Observed cutting boards with excessive cut marks in kitchen prep area. Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair next to 3 compartment sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning/Return visit Jun 6, 2025 · Observed wall in disrepair next to 3 compartment sink. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled exterior of flat grill in kitchen area.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jun 6, 2025 · Observed soiled exterior of flat grill in kitchen area. Time Extended
Apr 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork stored inside thank you bags inside of reach in freezer.
High priority/14-31-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink with dirty containers in it. Operator removed containers.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no CFM certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed no CFM in establishment.
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside of ice machine by front counter.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with excessive cut marks in kitchen prep area.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair in kitchen area.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of onions on the floor next to reach in freezers. Operator placed them 6inches off the ground.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair next to 3 compartment sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of microwave in kitchen area.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled exterior of flat grill in kitchen area.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Oct 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bag of frozen raw chicken stored inside non food grade bags in chest freezer.
High priority/14-31-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine located at the front counter with soiled interior.
Basic/22-20-5
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket with seasoning on floor near prep table.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching bin of rice. Operator removed.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves located across the cook line with rust accumulation.
Basic/14-33-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind and next to three compartment sink soiled.
Basic/36-27-5
Jun 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority4 Intermediate9 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 the cashier wipe down the counter and then went to the kitchen and handled clean silverware.
High priority/12A-13-4
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over beef in the upright refrigerator at the cook line.
High priority/08A-20-5/Repeat Violation
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. Form provided via email.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen hand sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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. Form provided via email.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the men's restroom.
Basic/32-04-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic bucket full of potatoes on the floor in the kitchen.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container of flour.
Basic/10-01-5
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled on the left side of the hood system.
Basic/23-03-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in the upright stainless steel refrigerator.
Basic/29-49-6
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed around the mop sink.
Basic/36-27-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed large plastic containers in the kitchen with different products not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation
Jan 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over dough in the reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation
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. Form provided via email.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
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. Form provided.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Observed the prob thermometer is only for hot foods.
Intermediate/05-03-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the men's restroom.
Basic/32-04-4/Repeat Violation
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in the reach in cooler by the triple sink.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several large plastic containers in the back of the kitchen.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation

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.