RINCONCITO EL CHELE
11735 SW 147 AVE STE 38, Miami FL 33196
Last inspected Mar 4, 2026 · 8 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Reach-in cooler /Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler spoiled with mold like substance. Observed interior of reach in cooler at kitchen area soiled with mold like substance. Observed interior of reach in cooler at cook line soiled with food debris.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2016054964 | Nov 2, 2016 | Apr 4, 2017 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate13 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 19 findingsThe state's own report →
Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Observed no air gap on hose attached three compartment sink.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed food thermometer not calibrated. Coached operator the correct method.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink storing plastic buckets not accessible for employee use located next to chest freezer.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a sponge and a wet wiping cloth stored on hand washing sink located at front counter. Also observed a spatula inside hand washing sink located under to go window.
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Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Observed food thermometer not used to ensured proper food temperature.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork shoulder, shredded beef prepared on site not properly labeled. As per operator was prepared less than 24 hours. Operator add labels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine with mold like substance located under hot box at front counter.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed accumulation of grease inside dishwasher machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed soiled with food residue the top of the dishwasher machine.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile over warewashing area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled with dust ceiling near kitchen vents.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at chest freezer torn and in poor repair. Also observed shelves with rust inside walk in cooler.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed black like mold substance at wall junctures with the three compartment sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of food debris on the floor inside walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with bell peppers stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer at warewashing area.
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 with handle stored touching rice inside rice bins located next to three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves soiled inside walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of black like substance on the back of dishwasher machine.
Feb 25, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile over warewashing area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at chest freezer torn and in poor repair.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer at warewashing area.
Stored food not covered. Observed at walk in cooler cooked pork, raw whole fish, and chicken stock not covered.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind cook line soiled with excess grease buildup at kitchen area.
Sep 26, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in handwashing sink at front counter next to service window with small metal trays in it.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing next to service window. Employee provided paper towels during inspection.
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. Observed line cook and dishwasher unable to provide proof of food handler training.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior bin of ice machine soiled with mold like substance.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile over warewashing area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile at dining area with water damage.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee in kitchen area engaging in food preparation not wearing a hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at chest freezer torn and in poor repair.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer at warewashing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover at walk in cooler soiled with debris. Observed gaskets at cook line soiled with food debris.
Reach-in cooler /Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler spoiled with mold like substance. Observed interior of reach in cooler at kitchen area soiled with mold like substance. Observed interior of reach in cooler at cook line soiled with food debris.
Stored food not covered. Observed at walk in cooler cooked pork, raw whole fish, and chicken stock not covered.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind cook line soiled with excess grease buildup at kitchen area.
Mar 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate13 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. Observed at front counter.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink across from stove.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken in walk in cooler not date marked.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used as scoop in cooked rice at steam table across from stove.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent at front counter soiled with dust.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottles stored on preparation table at front counter.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored in reach in freezer chest on top of ice cream sold to customers.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn under stove.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer chest at front counter.
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 in kitchen.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled under stove.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry wiping cloth in kitchen near stove.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chicken and chicken soup stored in walk in cooler uncovered.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on preparation table at front counter.
Dec 4, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 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. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (45F - Cold Holding). Observed cooked onions (95F- Cold Holding) Observed Cooked Onion (95F - Hot Holding) on the floor on the kitchen near preparation table. As per operator, the onions were cooked the previous day. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (45F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. As per operator, the chicken was cooked the previous day.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by plastic containers in back of kitchen near reach in freezer.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used a scoop in seasoning container in back of kitchen near reach in freezer.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooked onion in metal container stored on floor in preparation area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth stored under cutting board on preparation table near stove.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled in kitchen area.
Stored food not covered. Observed uncovered metal container of cooked onions stored on floor.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on preparation table and at front counter near coffee machine.
Oct 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate8 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. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (45F - Cold Holding). Observed cooked onions (95F- Cold Holding) Observed Cooked Onion (95F - Hot Holding) on the floor on the kitchen near preparation table. As per operator, the onions were cooked the previous day. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (45F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. As per operator, the chicken was cooked the previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked Onion (95F - Hot Holding) on the floor on the kitchen near preparation table. As per operator, the onions were cooked the previous day. Stop sale was issued.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by plastic containers in back of kitchen near reach in freezer.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Observed expired training from Melissa over a year working and Lady Laura working for 4 years.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used a scoop in seasoning container in back of kitchen near reach in freezer.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooked onion in metal container stored on floor in preparation area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth stored under cutting board on preparation table near stove.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled in kitchen area.
Stored food not covered. Observed uncovered metal container of cooked onions stored on floor.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on preparation table and at front counter near coffee machine.
May 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in kitchen. Sink blocked with broom and dust pan.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing in kitchen. Food debris in sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in front counter bar area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl stored in beans and rice and white rice at steam well.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair over walk in cooler. Vents soiled in kitchen.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface at front counter bar area under glasses.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating food in kitchen on cook line. Manager had employee take food and leave kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor at threshold to walk in cooler in disrepair.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Stored food not covered. Beef 42F, chicken 41F, pork 42F stored in walk in cooler not covered. Pan of shrimp stored in upright freezer not covered.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jan 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 22 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
9 High priority2 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 chicken stored over raw fish at reach in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over potatoes at walk-in cooler. Operator started to rearranged the products.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw hamburgers stored over cooked boniato at reach in cooler preparation area. And observed raw beef stored over cooked pork at drawers ready in cooler. Operator moved the raw hamburger to the bottom part of the cooler and moved the boniato to another reach in cooler. And rearranged the products inside of drawers reach in cooler.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee washed his hands with gloves on. The employee was advised that he need to discard the glove and wash the hands. Employee discarded the gloves and washing his hands.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. At three compartment sink.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed white rice (114 F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator over night in the oven. Operator segregated the rice to be discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed rice with bean (77 F - Reheating) at steam table. As per operator for 2 1/2 hours. Operator moved the products to the oven to reheat.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (114 F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator over night in the oven. Operator segregated the rice to be discarded.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At hose three compartment sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by bags of dry food, located at dishwasher area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef, cooked chicken not date marked at walk in cooler. As per operator were made two days ago. And desert at reach in cooler front counter not date marked.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container with no handle inside of oil.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed raw chicken container stored on floor next to chest reach in freezer. Operator moved the container to the walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of raw beef stored on floor at walk in cooler under shelves.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensil handle touching the rice. Operator moved the handle.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed the towel.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chicken and cooked beef not covered at reach in cooler. Operator covered the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawed at room temperature under shelf next to reach in freezer. Operator moved the raw chicken to the walk-in in cooler.
Two Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from pipe at walk in cooler under refrigerator system.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet towel on preparation tables at kitchen area.
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.