RINCONCITO BBQ LATINO

Name: RINCONCITO BBQ LATINO
Address: 445 E OKEECHOBEE RD, HIALEAH, FL, 33010, US

445 E OKEECHOBEE RD, HIALEAH, FL 33010

License #2302678

🫔 Latin American ℹ️ Categories are auto-assigned based on restaurant names and may not be 100% accurate

F 28/100

🟢 A: 95+ 🟡 B: 85-94 🟠 C: 70-84 🔴 F: below 70

42 points to reach C grade

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

DBPR

Inspection History

Critical Major Minor

Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available.
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed green mold liked substance inside ice machine interior at storage area. **Repeat Violation**
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle inside oregano container and salt container. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several ceiling tiles with water damage all around kitchen area.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed several ceiling tiles soiled next to hood system at kitchen area.
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean utensils stored not inverted inside container on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Employee washed and stored inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
[24-14-4] Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed clean utensils stored between wall and three compartment sink at kitchen area. Employee removed and washed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
[32-12-6] Covered waste receptacle not provided in womens bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 grooved cutting boards on top of preparation table at kitchen area.
[12B-12-5] Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee cup with juice stored on shelf on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Employee removed and discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting inside metal containers under preparation table in front of dishwashing machine.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed chest freezer gaskets torn in front of steam table at kitchen area. Also observed hot holding unit gaskets torn next to stove at kitchen area?
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at kitchen area.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed oil case stored on the floor at kitchen area. Operator stores properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
[33-09-4] Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed 1 bagged trash on the floor at dumpster enclosure.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside chest freezer in front of steam table at kitchen area. Also observed ice buildup inside chest freezers at storage area.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 tongs stored on hot holding equipment handle next to stove at kitchen area. Operator washed them during inspection and stored inside clean container. **Corrected On-Site**
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching rice inside container at storage area. Employee stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
[21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on preparation table at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed on shelf at kitchen area.
[33-11-4] Missing drain plug at dumpster.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Choking poster emailed to operator during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled next to steam table at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
[33-16-4] Open dumpster lid.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed several food containers not covered inside cold holding equipment all around kitchen area,
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed all walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation at kitchen area.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed all around kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 2 wet towel on top of preparation table not stored in sanitizing solution at kitchen area.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container not identified on top of preparation table at kitchen area.
[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 container stored on top of raw fish filet on shelf at walk in cooler.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Natural minced garlic (71F - Cold Holding) on top of preparation table. As per operator for over 4 hours. Stop sale issued.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Natural minced garlic (71F - Cold Holding) on top of preparation table. As per operator for over 4 hours. Stop sale issued.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Rice and beans (126F - Hot Holding); Cooked chicken (116F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding unit next to stove at kitchen area. Operator place chicken inside oven to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed chest freezer soiled with black mold liked substance in front of steam table at kitchen area. Also observed can opener blade soiled on top of table at storage area. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scrub stored inside hand wash sink at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
[53B-13-5] Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training for Jose Ramos. As per operator working for 3 years.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed raw chicken container not date marked. As per operate prepared 2 days ago. Employee date marked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Call Back - Complied
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with mold like substance in the interior. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
[36-06-4] Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed cardboard soiled inside walk in cooler and walk in freezer. **Warning**
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates at cook line not inverted. **Warning**
[32-12-6] Covered waste receptacle not provided in womens bathroom. Observed Covered waste receptacle not provided in womens bathroom. **Warning**
[33-23-4] Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease receptacle on top of grass behind building. **Warning**
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed vertical white reach in freezer ice buildup. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
[21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed a kitchen towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed standing fan at kitchen dusty. **Warning**
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls at kitchen splashed with food debris. **Warning**
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed not chlorine test kit. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed inside walk in cooler container with cooked macaroni, according to operator prepared on Saturday not day labeled. **Warning**

Warning Issued
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with mold like substance in the interior. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed inside walk in cooler Salmon 36F thawing inside ROP bag. **Warning**
[36-06-4] Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed cardboard soiled inside walk in cooler and walk in freezer. **Warning**
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed absorbent ceiling in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates at cook line not inverted. **Warning**
[06-09-1] Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed salmon defrosted inside ROP bags. **Warning**
[32-12-6] Covered waste receptacle not provided in womens bathroom. Observed Covered waste receptacle not provided in womens bathroom. **Warning**
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on top of prep area at kitchen. Observed employee removing phone from prep area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook at kitchen cooking food with not hair restraint. **Warning**
[33-23-4] Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease receptacle on top of grass behind building. **Warning**
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed vertical white reach in freezer ice buildup. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed clean knives between tri compartment sink and wall. **Warning**
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching dry rice inside container. Observed operator stored scoop with handle upwards. **Warning**
[21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed a kitchen towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
[29-27-4] No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink not installed.(not water and not sewage connection). **Warning**
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed standing fan at kitchen dusty. **Warning**
[21-10-4] Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on top prep area at kitchen soiled towels. Observed chef removing the soiled towels from prep area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls at kitchen splashed with food debris. **Warning**
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed inside walk in cooler uncovered container with raw chicken over uncovered container of raw fish **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
[03A-03-5] Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed a dozen eggs inside cabinet at ambient temperature at kitchen. Observed operator stored shell eggs inside reach in cooler for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. **Warning**
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing with a metal scrubber inside. **Warning**
[53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed not chlorine test kit. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at women bathroom. Observed employee provided soap at handwash sink at women bathroom. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
[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. Observed not consumer advisory display in restaurant or menu. Observed senior inspector provided a print of consumer advisory and operator put it on the wall. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed inside walk in cooler container with cooked macaroni, according to operator prepared on Saturday not day labeled. **Warning**
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser not labeled. **Warning**