LOS PAISANOS RESTAURANT CORP

Name: LOS PAISANOS RESTAURANT CORP
Address: 824 W FLAGLER ST, MIAMI, FL, 33130, US
Rating: 26.5

824 W FLAGLER ST, MIAMI, FL 33130

License #2324084

🫔 Latin American ℹ️

26.5 Grade F / 100

Failing Health Score

How is this score calculated? →

Latest inspection

September 9, 2026 · 7 findings · 0 critical

Routine - Food

View inspection data

Need help reading this?

Newest inspection first. Red dots matter most.

The score is the shortcut, but the inspection timeline is the proof. Start with the newest visit, then scan for repeat critical or major findings.

Critical

Highest-priority rows.

Major

Worth checking for repeats.

Minor

Usually lower-risk context.

Quick take

LOS PAISANOS RESTAURANT CORP in MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 26.5 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 10 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on September 9, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 115 total violations — 11 critical, 18 major, 86 minor.

How to read this page

Start with the newest inspection

Use the score as a shortcut, then verify the latest DBPR record and nearby options.

Latest inspection ↓ Official DBPR ↗ Compare nearby ↓

Record snapshot

What stands out in this inspection history

Use this as context before you scroll through every inspection.

Inspections on file

Clean inspections

Callback visits

Latest clean pass

None on file yet

The latest inspection on September 9, 2026 shows 7 observation rows: no critical rows, 1 major, and 6 minor.

Official recordInspection data quality

DBPR source + data confidenceWhat’s powering this page

Official source: DBPR

Inspection coverage

100%

Inspector notes

115

Coverage note

Inspector notes linked where available

InspectFL turns public DBPR records into a scan-friendly timeline. Use the official DBPR link when you want to verify the newest inspection at the source. InspectFL reorganizes public DBPR inspection records into a page you can actually scan. When exact inspector notes are available, they appear inline. Otherwise, the page falls back to violation categories plus the official DBPR record.

What you’ll see here

•Inspector notes appear inline when available.
•The official DBPR inspection timeline still stays visible, even on pages with zero violations or zero inspector notes.

Map + verificationLocation + actions

Open the place or verify the recordSee the place, then share or verify

Open in Google Maps ↗ Open in Apple Maps ↗

DBPR

Community reaction

What do locals think?

Use the inspection history as the starting point, then compare it with real diner feedback. Vote first, then add what you actually saw.

Community pulse

Would you eat here?

LOS PAISANOS RESTAURANT CORP has a rough inspection history. Would you risk it?

F record

A rough inspection history changes the conversation. This vote is a quick read on community trust.

Join the discussion

Seen this place in person? Share what stood out — cleanliness, food handling, service, or whether the inspection record matches the real experience.

Add your take in under a minute

or comment with email

Also send the weekly restaurant roundup

Loading comments…

*Scores are calculated by InspectFL based on public DBPR inspection data and are not official state ratings.

Inspection timeline

Inspection History

Read the newest inspection first, then scan for patterns. Repeated high-priority findings matter more than one isolated bad day.

Critical Major Minor

Inspector notes are being added across all restaurants. Some inspections may only show violation codes until notes are available.

Official DBPR inspection report ↗

Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[14-09-4] Observed white Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable next to kitchen exit door.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair.
[14-42-4] Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
[14-33-4] Observed shelves rusted on top of three compartment sink.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing on the bottom wall next to exit back door and numerous tiles broken within back prep, kitchen and dish wash area.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed container with marinated beef inside reach in cooler. Operator removed.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan guard inside the walk in cooler with accumulated dust.
[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 reach in cooler next to steam table not working properly. Employee removed food .
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board no longer cleanable at the kitchen area.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing on the bottom wall next to exit back door and numerous tiles broken within back prep, kitchen and dish wash area.
[36-12-4] Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tile missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic oil container stored on the floor of the kitchen.
[14-42-4] Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on the oven door handle.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall located behind baine marine.
[12A-25-4] Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touched her face and then engaged in food preparation. Employee was coached to wash hands.
[02B-01-5] Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed menu does not identify that ceviche contains raw food.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[32-05-4] Observed left side of dumpster rusted. This was observed not in a bathroom facility, but at parking lot.
[32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed doors not self closing at both bathrooms.
[36-34-5] Ceilings located above the reach in and baine marine soiled and the inside the mens restroom. Observed the hood vents above cook lined soiled.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards being used as prep tables located near the microwave and reach in cooler, at the baine to the right of reach in cooler and stove, and marine and in the back area near the exit door in disrepair with grooves.
[14-11-5] Observed gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair.
[36-17-5] Observed tiles missing on the bottom wall next to exit back door and numerous tiles broken within back prep, kitchen and dish wash area.
[33-23-4] Observed grease trap stored on not absorbent surface next to dumpster.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing signs at both bathrooms.
[23-03-4] Observed soiled gaskets in the walk in greaser, both reach in coolers and walk in cooler reach in in the back area, and the reach in at the front counter near baine marine.
[33-16-4] Observed dumpster lid open.
[14-06-4] Observed piece of untreated soiled wood holding up the baine marine on the shelf that houses pots and pans.
[29-34-4] Observed no back flow preventer on the faucet head located on the outside wall facing the parking lot.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed piece of soiled wood holding up the baine marine on the shelf that houses clean pots and pans. Observed soiled pots and pans on the shelf under baine marine. Observed cutting boards being used as prep tables located next to microwave and reach in, baine marine to the right of stove and in the back area near the exit in disrepair soiled.
[53B-05-5] Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all staff training certificates expired.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing signs at both bathrooms.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
[32-05-4] Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed left side of dumpster rusted.
[32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed doors not self closing at both bathrooms.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceilings located above the reach in and baine marine soiled and the inside the mens restroom. Observed the hood vents above cook lined soiled.
[24-14-4] Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knives stored between wall and preparation table next to cook line. Knives were removed for washing and sanitizing.
[24-07-4] Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed spoons not properly stored at front counter container. Smaller spoons handles were in touching larger spoons heads.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards being used as prep tables located near the microwave and reach in cooler, at the baine to the right of reach in cooler and stove, and marine and in the back area near the exit door in disrepair with grooves.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket of walk in freezer in disrepair.
[36-01-4] Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed soiled floors in the walk in freezer, walking cooler, behind cook line stove, under Bain marine, behind the reach in coolers located at the entrance, and at the front service counter at the entrance where silverware is being stored.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing on the bottom wall next to exit back door and numerous tiles broken within back prep, kitchen and dish wash area.
[08B-36-4] Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed raw unpeeled plantains stored under leaking pipe inside walk-in cooler.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed container of raw beef stored on the floor of walk in cooler and bucket of oils stored on the floor near flat grill.
[33-23-4] Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease trap stored on not absorbent surface next to dumpster.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up at the back of walk in freezer.
[38-01-4] Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed no lighting in the walk in cooler and freezers.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in the walk in greaser, both reach in coolers and walk in cooler reach in in the back area, and the reach in at the front counter near baine marine.
[33-16-4] Open dumpster lid.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed open container of ham in the reach in cooler next to baine marine.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall located behind baine marine.
[29-11-4] Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leaking pipe at the back inside the walk in cooler.
[14-06-4] Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed piece of untreated soiled wood holding up the baine marine on the shelf that houses pots and pans.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cheese (48F - Cold Holding). As per staff, more than 4 hours. Product was discarded.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (48F - Cold Holding). As per staff, more than 4 hours.
[29-34-4] Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no back flow preventer on the faucet head located on the outside wall facing the parking lot.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed piece of soiled wood holding up the baine marine on the shelf that houses clean pots and pans. Observed soiled pots and pans on the shelf under baine marine. Observed cutting boards being used as prep tables located next to microwave and reach in, baine marine to the right of stove and in the back area near the exit in disrepair soiled.
[53A-14-4] Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge not knowing proper chlorine concentration at three compartment sink. Coached person in charge.
[53B-05-5] Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all staff training certificates expired.
[27-16-4] Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water tap at both bathrooms not working. Establishment has hot water.