RINCONCITO BBQ LATINO
445 E OKEECHOBEE RD, Hialeah FL 33010 · 3057265617
Last inspected Mar 17, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 38 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority4 Intermediate30 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 38 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken container stored on top of raw fish filet on shelf at walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Natural minced garlic (71F - Cold Holding) on top of preparation table. As per operator for over 4 hours. Stop sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Natural minced garlic (71F - Cold Holding) on top of preparation table. As per operator for over 4 hours. Stop sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Rice and beans (126F - Hot Holding); Cooked chicken (116F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding unit next to stove at kitchen area. Operator place chicken inside oven to reheat.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed chest freezer soiled with black mold liked substance in front of steam table at kitchen area. Also observed can opener blade soiled on top of table at storage area. Operator discarded during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scrub stored inside hand wash sink at kitchen area.
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. Observed no proof of training for Jose Ramos. As per operator working for 3 years.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed raw chicken container not date marked. As per operate prepared 2 days ago. Employee date marked during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed green mold liked substance inside ice machine interior at storage area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle inside oregano container and salt container. Operator removed during inspection.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several ceiling tiles with water damage all around kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed several ceiling tiles soiled next to hood system at kitchen area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean utensils stored not inverted inside container on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Employee washed and stored inverted during inspection.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed clean utensils stored between wall and three compartment sink at kitchen area. Employee removed and washed during inspection.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 grooved cutting boards on top of preparation table at kitchen area.
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 cup with juice stored on shelf on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Employee removed and discarded during inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting inside metal containers under preparation table in front of dishwashing machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed chest freezer gaskets torn in front of steam table at kitchen area. Also observed hot holding unit gaskets torn next to stove at kitchen area?
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil case stored on the floor at kitchen area. Operator stores properly during inspection.
Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed 1 bagged trash on the floor at dumpster enclosure.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside chest freezer in front of steam table at kitchen area. Also observed ice buildup inside chest freezers at storage area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 tongs stored on hot holding equipment handle next to stove at kitchen area. Operator washed them during inspection and stored inside clean container.
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 rice inside container at storage area. Employee stored properly during inspection.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on preparation table at kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed on shelf at kitchen area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Choking poster emailed to operator during inspection.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled next to steam table at kitchen area.
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. Observed several food containers not covered inside cold holding equipment all around kitchen area,
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed all walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation at kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed all around kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 2 wet towel on top of preparation table not stored in sanitizing solution at kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container not identified on top of preparation table at kitchen area.
Oct 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed not chlorine test kit.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed inside walk in cooler container with cooked macaroni, according to operator prepared on Saturday not day labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with mold like substance in the interior.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed cardboard soiled inside walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates at cook line not inverted.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease receptacle on top of grass behind building.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed vertical white reach in freezer ice buildup.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed a kitchen towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed standing fan at kitchen dusty.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls at kitchen splashed with food debris.
Aug 20, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 28 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority8 Intermediate17 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed inside walk in cooler uncovered container with raw chicken over uncovered container of raw fish
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed a dozen eggs inside cabinet at ambient temperature at kitchen. Observed operator stored shell eggs inside reach in cooler for proper storage.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed inside walk in cooler Salmon 36F thawing inside ROP bag.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing with a metal scrubber inside.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed not chlorine test kit.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at women bathroom. Observed employee provided soap at handwash sink at women bathroom.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed not consumer advisory display in restaurant or menu. Observed senior inspector provided a print of consumer advisory and operator put it on the wall.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed inside walk in cooler container with cooked macaroni, according to operator prepared on Saturday not day labeled.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with mold like substance in the interior.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed cardboard soiled inside walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed absorbent ceiling in kitchen area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates at cook line not inverted.
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 salmon defrosted inside ROP bags.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on top of prep area at kitchen. Observed employee removing phone from prep area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook at kitchen cooking food with not hair restraint.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease receptacle on top of grass behind building.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed vertical white reach in freezer ice buildup.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed clean knives between tri compartment sink and wall.
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 dry rice inside container. Observed operator stored scoop with handle upwards.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed a kitchen towel used under cutting board.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink not installed.(not water and not sewage connection).
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed standing fan at kitchen dusty.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on top prep area at kitchen soiled towels. Observed chef removing the soiled towels from prep area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls at kitchen splashed with food debris.
Mar 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over case of parsley stored in walk in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon over cut cheese stored in flip top reach in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw fish stored in walk in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
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 with operator and provided printed handout.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Discussed with operator and provided printed sign.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair, throughout the kitchen areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout the kitchen areas.
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 front counter reach in cooler is not working. At the time of the inspection no tcs food was stored inside.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at front counter.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Discussed with operator and provided printed sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled across kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at front counter.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed walk in cooler fans guard soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at front counter bar area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas.
Jul 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork over cooked beef stored inside the walk in cooler. Employee removed items and placed them correctly.
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 black beans (54F - Cold Holding); chicken soup (56F - Cold Holding) stored inside the walk in cooler. As per employee food was prepared the day before. Employee discarded food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed black beans (54F - Cold Holding); chicken soup (56F - Cold Holding) stored inside the walk in cooler. As per employee food was prepared the day before. Employee discarded food.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at front counter.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork ribs stored inside the walk in cooler without dated marked. As per employee food was prepared the day before in the morning.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at dry storage.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed walk in cooler fans guard soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at front counter bar area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed thawed raw pork stored inside the three compartments sink. Discussed and coached employee in proper methods.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas.
Aug 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked pork (52°F - Cooling); inside walk in cooler, from the day before as per operator.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pork (52°F - Cooling); inside walk in cooler, from the day before as per operator.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dirty dishes stored inside hand wash sink located next to dishwasher machine, operator removed it.
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.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw beef cases on walk in freezer, operator properly stored it.
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