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EL NOGAL

318 20 ST, MIAMI BEACH, FL 33139

License #2333261

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Quick take

EL NOGAL in MIAMI BEACH currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 68.9 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has 2 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on April 10, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 25 total violations — 4 critical, 8 major, 13 minor.

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Inspections on file
2
Clean inspections
0
Callback visits
0
Latest clean pass
None on file yet

The latest inspection on April 10, 2026 shows 12 observation rows: 3 critical, 4 major, and 5 minor.

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Inspection History

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  • Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
  • [11-26-1] 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. Observed a new sever Sofia working and no proof that she read or signed the form. Form provided via email.
  • [02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers and squeeze bottles not labeled in the kitchen.
  • [31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the restroom.
  • [22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting boards soiled.
  • [16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
  • [10-14-5] Ice bucket not stored inverted between uses. Observed at the bar.
  • [08A-04-5] Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw fish over onions in the reach in cooler at the cook line. The cook moved the fish to the bottom shelf.
  • [12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a open cup with a clear liquid with a straw in it at the bar.
  • [12A-02-4] Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
  • [08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container containing salt on the floor at the kitchen entrance.
  • [31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic cups and gloves in the hand washing sink at the bar.
  • [08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over sauces in the reach in cooler at the cook line. The cook moved the eggs to the bottom shelf.
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