EL RAMALITO
13376 SW 288 ST, HOMESTEAD, FL 33033
License #2336271
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Failing Health Score
How is this score calculated? →EL RAMALITO in HOMESTEAD currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 68.8 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has 3 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on April 30, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 14 total violations — 5 critical, 3 major, 6 minor.
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What stands out in this inspection history
The latest inspection on April 30, 2026 included 3 critical violations, 3 major, and 0 minor.
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Inspection History
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- Warning Issued
- [08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked beef empanadas inside reach in freezer. Operator stored properly.
- [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.
- [53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
- [01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked white rice (80F - Cooling) on standing unit at kitchen area, as per operator rice was cooked yesterday. Operator discarded during inspection.
- [31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed trash can blocking hand wash sink at front counter. Operator moved during inspection.
- [03D-02-5] Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked white rice (80F - Cooling) on standing unit at kitchen area, as per operator rice was cooked yesterday. Operator discarded during inspection.
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