EL SALVADORENO RESTAURANT AND GRILL

Name: EL SALVADORENO RESTAURANT AND GRILL
Address: 10855 SW 72ST UNIT 28, MIAMI, FL, 33173, US
Rating: 64

10855 SW 72ST UNIT 28, MIAMI, FL 33173

License #2328666

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64 Grade F / 100

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Latest inspection

August 7, 2026 · 13 findings · 4 critical

Routine - Food (follow-up)

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EL SALVADORENO RESTAURANT AND GRILL in MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 64 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 August 7, 2026. Across those visits, DBPR recorded 28 total findings; InspectFL has detailed violation rows for 17 of them so far.

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The latest inspection on August 7, 2026 shows 7 observation rows: 4 critical, 0 major, and 3 minor.

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Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicharron mix (45F - Cold Holding); refried beans mix (45F - Cold Holding) on counter top across from cook line, as per operator for 2 hours. Observed diced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) next to flip top reach in cooler. Observed raw beef (44F - Cold Holding); cheese (44F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 90F at cook line.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed hood filters soiled.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. In kitchen area.
[41-15-5] Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm). Advised operator to add more water.
[14-86-1] Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining bowl of plantains.
[29-37-4] Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose hanging inside of both triple sinks.

Official DBPR inspection report ↗

Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 90F at cook line.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed hood filters soiled.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near floor drains in kitchen and dish areas.
[29-37-4] Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose hanging inside of both triple sinks.
[22-45-4] Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing pots with no sanitation step. Advised operator to have pots sanitized before use.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. In kitchen area.
[14-74-7] 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 walk in cooler ambient temperature 44F.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of stainless steel cleaner stored on shelf next to sugar packets at bar area.
[14-36-5] Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed reach in freezer door with exposed insulation across from walk in cooler.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicharron mix (45F - Cold Holding); refried beans mix (45F - Cold Holding) on counter top across from cook line, as per operator for 2 hours. Observed diced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) next to flip top reach in cooler. Observed raw beef (44F - Cold Holding); cheese (44F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler.

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