TAQUERIA LOS POTRILLOS
3937 NW 7 ST, Miami FL 33126 · 305-456-2002
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Operator discarded the food at time of Observation.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked beef in flip top reach in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed an employee handling soiled utensils and subsequently preparing bread without washing their hands or wearing gloves. Discussed and coached employee in proper methods. During the inspection employee washed hands and put gloves..
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line.
Stored food not covered. Observed several aluminum containers of cooked food stored in the reach in cooler without covers.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef package stored in mop sink thawing at room temperature. During the inspection employee removed items.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked beef in flip top reach in cooler, located at cooking line. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed plastic scoop handle touching rice in plastic container.
Stored food not covered. Observed container of cooked beef and pork stored in flip top reach in cooler not covered after cooling, located at cooking line.
Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jul 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked beef at flip top reach in cooler located at cooking line. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer machine soiled.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves where dry food is stored.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip top reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 plastic containers with cooked pork stored on the floor at walk in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed An aluminum scoop stored inside a plastic container with its handle in direct contact with the rice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed flip top reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located at cooking line. Observed hood system soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed white standing reach in cooler interior soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed most cooked foods not covered inside the flip top reach in cooler located at cooking line.
Jan 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed eggs stored above bread in reach in fridge next to window. Operator changed order.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Employees had three compartment sink set up with soap and chlorine sanitizer in same compartment. Inspector explained proper three compartment sink order, employees complied.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves where dry food is stored.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed soap and chlorine used in same sink. Inspector explained proper order and operator complied.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Observed one side of dumpster lid missing.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed tongs used for chips inside of container, handle touching food. Operator removed and placed on clean surface.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of microwave soiled with crumbs.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler under taco prep station soiled inside.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed margarine bucket reused for detergent, underneath prep table at window.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed water inside of reach in cooler under taco prep.
Aug 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Damage walk in cooler door.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Stored food not covered. Observed most cooked, raw food not covered inside RIC.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Clean kitchen walls from food spills.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Apr 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 3935 NW 7 ST, Miami — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Operator discarded the food at time of Observation.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Most kitchen RIC.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 3935 NW 7 ST, Miami — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.
Food stored on floor. Observed Trace of raw beef on kitchen floor.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside most kitchen coolers.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw beef thawed in room temperature.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen area food spills.
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.