LOS TANITOS INC

Name: LOS TANITOS INC
Address: 9562 - 9564 SW 137 AVE, MIAMI, FL, 33186, US
Rating: 41.8

9562 - 9564 SW 137 AVE, MIAMI, FL 33186

License #2330017

🌮 Mexican/Latin ℹ️

41.8 Grade F / 100

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Latest inspection

February 18, 2026 · 13 findings · 1 critical

Routine - Food

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LOS TANITOS INC in MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 41.8 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 February 18, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 106 total violations — 18 critical, 25 major, 63 minor.

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Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. Observed above dish machine a missing ceiling tiles.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout kitchen area.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal beverage container in preparation table across from cook line.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floor below cook line at kitchen area.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed case of oil stored on floor to the left of cook line in kitchen area. Observed case of oil stored on floor to the left of cook line on floor at front counter.
[22-16-4] Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelves in walk in cooler across to the left of pastry mixer in kitchen.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in standing water across from dish machine in kitchen area.
[46-04-4] Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Observed exit locked at kitchen to the right of cook line. Operator unlocked door.
[08B-02-4] Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed pastries presented at front counter without protection. Employee wrapped with plastic.
[31A-10-4] Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed drain line from coffee maker leading into hand wash sink.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee wash dishes in hand sink.
[03G-06-5] Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed raw beef inside reduced oxygen packaged lacking product identification and date mark inside walk in cooler. Observed raw sausage inside reduced oxygen packaged lacking product identification and date marking inside deli display cooler.
[46-01-4] Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed exit blocked with kitchens racks at kitchen to the right of cook line. Operator removed kitchen racks from door path.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[31B-05-4] Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Operator provided a roll of paper towels.
[31B-06-4] Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Operator provided soap.
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. Observed above dishwashing machine.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage spots throughout kitchen area.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed exterior vent of reach in cooler exposed.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen behind fixed equipment and furniture.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed bag raw onions stored on the floor at the entrance of the kitchen.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at microwaves in kitchen.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at all reach in freezers in kitchen.
[08A-04-5] Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed at walk in cooler raw beef stored over container of carrots and lettuce.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at reach in freezer raw chicken stored over raw beef and shrimp at reach in freezer next to cook line.
[03A-03-5] Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed at counter tray of shelled eggs (64F - Cold Holding). As per chef for less than 3 hours. Chef placed into walk in cooler.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee use hand sink as dump sink to dispose old sanitizer bucket into sink and refill.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand sink. Operator provided.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand sink. Operator provided.
[03G-06-5] Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed no date and time of preparation of the sausage and cheese at the deli counter display case.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in container of bread crumbs in dry storage area.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles throughout kitchen area.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed container of spinach stored on floor next to three compartment sink. Operator moved container to walk in cooler and stored properly. Also observed raw onions stored at kitchen entrance. Also observed oil stored on the floor in dry storage area. Also observed bag of salt stored on the floor at preparation table in kitchen area.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in standing reach in freezer across from dry storage area.
[10-02-4] In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed multiple knives stored in soiled bin at prep table in kitchen area.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven soiled with food debris.
[02D-03-4] Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed missing date marking for Pastafrola con membrillo at front counter. As per operator pies were made on 02/05. Operator date marked the items during the inspection.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service containers stored on the floor next to dishwashing machine in kitchen area.
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed container of spinach (frozen) thawing at ambient temperature next to three compartment sink. Operator moved container to walk in cooler.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
[21-07-4] Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +200ppm). Operator diluted solution. Final solution Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of bread crumbs not labeled in dry storage.
[03G-52-1] Operator is not properly tracking the number of days time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method was maintained frozen in order to properly date mark the food when thawed and held at refrigerated temperatures again. Observed no date and time markings for reduced oxygen packaged meats at deli counter.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored on top of raw short ribs in walk in cooler.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh garlic in oil (87F - Cold Holding) on preparation table across from stove in kitchen area. As per operator for less than one hour.
[02B-01-5] Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed for all breakfast egg items and grilled steak items that can be ordered to cooking temperature choice.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in container of rice on bottom shelf at preparation table across from the stove. Operator discarded the bowl.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles to reach in cooler across from stove soiled.
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. Observed above dishwashing machine.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage spots throughout kitchen area.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed door of microwave detached. Also observed exterior vent of reach in cooler exposed.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at dry storage area in kitchen area across from storage.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed raw onions stored on the floor at the entrance of the kitchen.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed white microwave on top shelf of preparation table soiled with large accumulation of food debris.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwashing sink next to back exit door in kitchen area.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed blue cheese empanadas (53F - Cold Holding) in display case at front counter. As per operator for less than 2 hours.
[27-19-4] Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed at handwashing sink attached to three compartment sink.
[02B-01-5] Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed for all breakfast egg items and grilled steak items that can be ordered to cooking temperature choice.
[31B-05-4] Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Operator provided a roll of paper towels.
[02B-02-5] Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided form to operator.
[03G-06-5] Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed no date and time of preparation of the sausage and cheese at the deli counter display case.
[31B-06-4] Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Operator provided soap.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile by dishwasher machine at kitchen area.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on rice container at cook line.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on walk in cooler next to kitchen entrance.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water marks on some ceiling tiles at kitchen area.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles at kitchen area.
[08B-49-4] Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal lunch bag stored on top of bread case inside walk in cooler.
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
[36-01-4] Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed by walk in cooler by kitchen entrance.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at kitchen area by back door.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on floor by oven at kitchen area. Also observed arequipe container stored on floor by preparation table. Also observed bread case and raw onion bag stored on floor by kitchen door entrance.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at HWS next to bar at front counter.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on white unit by kitchen door entrance.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
[08A-04-5] Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw marinated chicken stored above unwashed limes inside walk in cooler.
[03A-03-5] Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed next to preparation table, at kitchen area.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed potato salad (47F - Cold Holding) on preparation area, as per employee less than 1 hour. Employee moved food to walk in cooler during inspection.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty utensils inside HWS at kitchen area. Also observed dirty towels and dirty knives inside HWS at front counter.
[02B-01-5] Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed boxes containing breads stored on the passage floor.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the standing reach in freezer by the mixers.
[36-50-4] Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan covers soiled with accumulation of dust,front unit.
[08A-02-6] Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored with breads, located in reach in freezer at the front counter.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored above vegetables located in the walk-in cooler,kitchen.
[08A-17-6] Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef located in the standing 3 door reach in freezer,frontline.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk-in cooler, kitchen:; chorizo ,as per operator from yesterday (46F - Cold Holding)
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler,kitchen:; chorizo ,as per operator from yesterday (46F - Cold Holding)
[53B-01-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for Alejandra B, Pablo P, Cristina L as per operator working at the establishment for more than 2 months
[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.
[03G-50-1] Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed operator does ROP on raw beef for sale ,meat market.