RIO GRANDE CHURRASCARIA

Name: RIO GRANDE CHURRASCARIA
Address: 9559 S DIXIE HWY, PINECREST, FL, 33156, US
Rating: 27

9559 S DIXIE HWY, PINECREST, FL 33156

License #2335129

🫔 Latin American ℹ️

27 Grade F / 100

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February 23, 2026 · 14 findings · 1 critical

Routine - Food (follow-up)

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RIO GRANDE CHURRASCARIA in PINECREST currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 27 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 12 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on February 23, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 176 total violations — 22 critical, 45 major, 109 minor.

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Disposition: Call Back - Complied
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed in kitchen area; oil on floor. Operator placed on shelf.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed small holes in warewash area. Observed at entrance to warewash area.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed at time of inspection.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup inside of flour next to ice bin. Observed small cup inside of salt across cook line. Operator removed both during inspection.
[36-03-4] Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed next to hand sink at cook line.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed where grill is.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed across cook line between cooler and prep table. Operator corrected during inspection.
[14-33-4] Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
[41-07-4] Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed advil and cream on dry food rack. Operator removed during inspection.
[11-27-4] Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Operator removed from table and placed in warewash area to be washed, rinsed and sanitized.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[35A-06-4] Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 20 dead flies on sticky tape in warewash area.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed above next to exit in back of kitchen.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster on site; inspector provided via email.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last copy not available.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in freezer next to ice bin. Observed in both walk in coolers and all reach in.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both walk in coolers.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment.
[22-41-4] Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher in bar area with 0 ppm.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler: potato salad (46F - Cold Holding); cooked octopus (47F - Cold Holding); cooked potato (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator, cooler door was left open for prepping counter; all foods in temp danger zone for less than 2 hours. Observed across cook line: garlic in oil fresh (61F Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 2 hours.
[11-27-4] Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves on dry dish racks.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink next to cook line used as dump sink.
[53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof on site.
[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 no proof of training on site.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[35A-06-4] Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 20 dead flies on sticky tape in warewash area.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed speaker charging on top of sugar bin. Observed phone on each above food.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed rice on floor next to ice bin. Observed in dry storage area meat on floor. Operator placed in walk in cooler on shelf. Observed in walk in cooler cases of produce on floor.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed above next to exit in back of kitchen.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster on site; inspector provided via email.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last copy not available.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at warewash area hand sink. Inspector provided via email.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in freezer next to ice bin. Observed in both walk in coolers and all reach in.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both walk in coolers.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour and sugar with no label next to ice machine.
[22-41-4] Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher in bar area with 0 ppm.
[35A-02-7] Live, small flying insects found. Observed 11 flies in kitchen on ceiling and walls above prep table. Observed 3 live flies in warewash area; on wall. Observed 3 live flies in dry storage area on ceiling. Observed 2 live flies in bar area; flying around.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler: potato salad (46F - Cold Holding); cooked octopus (47F - Cold Holding); cooked potato (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator, cooler door was left open for prepping counter; all foods in temp danger zone for less than 2 hours. Observed across cook line: garlic in oil fresh (61F Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 2 hours.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed window cleaner on dry food rack.
[11-27-4] Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves on dry dish racks.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink next to cook line used as dump sink.
[53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof on site.
[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 no proof of training on site.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[14-01-5] Observed small bowl stored in salt container; at callback.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
[08B-36-4] Observed containers of rice, beans and flour stored under soap in prep area; at callback.
[36-24-5] Observed above dry storage rack in prep area; at callback.
[10-17-4] Observed between three compartment sink and wall in warewash area; at callback.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on cook line. Operator removed during inspection.
[21-04-4] Observed cloths under multiple cutting boards in kitchen area; at callback.
[23-03-4] Observed exterior of ice machine soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
[36-27-5] Observed throughout kitchen; at time of callback.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license; 10-24.
[31A-04-4] Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handsink removed from warewash area; no plans submitted.
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed handsink removed from warewash area; no plans submitted.
[22-31-4] Observed under prep tables where kitchen equipment is kept. Observed on dry storage racks; at callback.
[53B-10-4] Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed most employees date of birth missing from certificates.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[31B-03-4] Observed at hand sink next to ice machine.
[14-01-5] Observed small bowl stored in salt container; at callback.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
[08B-36-4] Observed containers of rice, beans and flour stored under soap in prep area; at callback.
[36-24-5] Observed above dry storage rack in prep area; at callback.
[10-17-4] Observed between three compartment sink and wall in warewash area; at callback.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on cook line. Operator removed during inspection.
[21-04-4] Observed cloths under multiple cutting boards in kitchen area; at callback.
[23-03-4] Observed exterior of ice machine soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
[36-27-5] Observed throughout kitchen; at time of callback.
[35A-02-6] Observed 9 live flies in warewash area; observed 2 live roaches in warewash area at callback.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license; 10-24.
[31A-04-4] Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handsink removed from warewash area; no plans submitted.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink next to ice machine.
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed handsink removed from warewash area; no plans submitted.
[22-31-4] Observed under prep tables where kitchen equipment is kept. Observed on dry storage racks; at callback.
[53B-10-4] Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed most employees date of birth missing from certificates.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed small bowl stored in salt container.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed above prep and handsink across cook line: cups, phones, and speaker.
[08B-36-4] Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed containers of rice, beans and flour stored under soap in prep area.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed above dry storage rack in prep area.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between three compartment sink and wall in warewash area.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on cook line. Operator removed during inspection.
[21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed cloths under multiple cutting boards in kitchen area.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster on site; inspector provided via email.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of ice machine soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed across cook line salt and sugar containers with no label.
[41-07-4] Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed advil stored above handsink across cook line. 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 in walk in cooler: beans (54F - Cooling); yellow cream sauce (56F - Cooling); cooked potato (49F - Cooling). As per operator, food was cooked the night before.
[01B-36-5] Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler: beans (54F - Cooling); yellow cream sauce (56F - Cooling); cooked potato (49F - Cooling). As per operator, food was cooked the night before.
[22-41-4] Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed at bar area chlorine machine; 0 ppm.
[35A-02-6] Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 10 live flies in warewash area under dish machine.
[14-15-4] Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed bread stored in brackets wrapped in cloth.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license; 10-24.
[35A-05-4] Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in door of dishmachine at bar area.
[11-27-4] Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled blender at bar area.
[31A-04-4] Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handsink removed from warewash area; no plans submitted.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink next to ice machine.
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed handsink removed from warewash area; no plans submitted.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink next to ice machine.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed under prep tables where kitchen equipment is kept. Observed on dry storage racks.
[53B-10-4] Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed most employees date of birth missing from certificates.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
[08B-31-4] Food (containers with rice and flour) stored under hand wash soap at preparation area.
[08B-47-4] Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxes with raw chicken stored on floor at walk in cooler. Operator moved the boxes to a rack.
[08B-36-4] Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed the container of rice stored next to/under hand wash sink preparation area.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed oil container stored on floor next to walk in cooler door. Operator moved the oil container to a shelf.
[10-12-5] In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on the top of the ice machine. Operator moved the ice scoop the dishwasher area.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed three knives stored between reach in cooler and preparation table. Operator removed the knives and sent them to the dishwasher area.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees cook line.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice, flour containers not identified by common name.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw pork at walk in cooler. Operator relocated the pork and beef.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Chimichurri with garlic (60 F - Cold Holding); slice tomatoes (50 F - Cold Holding) at buffet salad bar. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator removed the product to be changed and discarded them.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mash potatoes (89 F - Hot Holding) at shelf above the stove. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved the product to the walk in cooler to be cooling.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed windex stored on the slicer machine. Operator removed the windex.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a towel inside of hand wash sink.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink cook line. Operator provided the paper towel.
[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. Observed as per the manager the eight employees present were hired less than three days, no proof of Food reporting agreement.