Alegria by El Rancherito

8383 Nw 12 St, Doral, FL 33126
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
41
Score
High Risk

Alegria by El Rancherito appears in inspection records 15 times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 17, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 17 violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.

“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.

Alegria by El Rancherito's latest score of 41 falls below the Doral average of 74. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

15
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
15
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 15 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - 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 (Chlorine 0ppm). During the inspection employee set up the three compartment sink Quaternary 300ppm
22-41-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Ceiling tile shows damage of water, located at cooking line.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Clean , cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with cooking oil stored on the floor at preparation kitchen.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in, located at preparation kitchen.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly at dishwasher area.
29-19-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed ice cream container not covered in chest freezer, located at preparation kitchen.
08B-12-5
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster.
29-17-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe, located at hand sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic -
06-09-1
41
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over sauces.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.observed slicer guard soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit onsite.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel in the kitchen hand washing sink. Employee provided paper towel. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee washing dishes without a hairnet
13-03-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the outlet by the meat cooler
36-24-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed two ovens soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed kitchen hand washing sink located in the kitchen area in disrepair. Employee fixed hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
29-08-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef at room temperature.
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed kitchen hand washing sink leaking faucet . Employee fixed hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
41
Apr 15, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored above prep sink at cook line.
41-07-4
High Priority - Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed raw corvina packaged using ROP on site; not frozen during entire process and no approved variance/ HAACP plan; 5 lbs. operator tossed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03G-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw pork above ice cream in reach in freezer at kitchen entrance. Operator fixed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed raw corvina packaged using ROP on site; not frozen during entire process and no approved variance/ HAACP plan; 5 lbs. Observed under flat top raw salmon thawed in ROP packaging; 8 units. Operator threw away fish during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed vacuum machine oil stored above hand sink at kitchen entrance.
41-10-4
Intermediate - 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 corvina ROP onsite with no approved variance report.
03G-50-1
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed food manager unable to calibrate thermometer with inspector; inspector went over process with food manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
53A-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves on cook line where plates are kept for service. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed under prep tables where dishes and dry food are kept. Observed on dry food storage rack. **Repeat Violation**
22-31-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - 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 under flat top raw salmon thawed in ROP packaging; 8 units.
06-09-1
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed in storage area next to back kitchen exit.
36-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer across cook line with broken door. Observed cooler no longer working next to meat slicer.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of oil on floor in produce storage. Operator placed on shelf during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezers in kitchen.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink in ware wash area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of oven soiled. Observed gaskets in multiple reach in coolers soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean dishes in ware wash area. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed multiple reach in coolers.
14-33-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed upon kitchen entry food thawing in standing water. Operator placed in reach in cooler.
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at hand sink at ware wash area.
29-11-4
17
Feb 26, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork in reach in freezer above French fries. Operator moved on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-26: Observed tostones stored below raw pork. operator moved on site. **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelves where dishes are kept soiled with dust on cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-26: Observed shelves where dishes are kept soiled with dust on cook line; at callback. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry storage and dish racks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-26: Observed on dry storage and dish racks.; at callback. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-26: Observed exterior of dish machine soiled; at callback. **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several ceiling tiles with water damage in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-26: Observed several ceiling tiles with water damage in kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
64
Feb 24, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
37
Feb 14, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on knife magnet. Observed 1 live roach crawling on chest freezer across warewash area. Observed 1 live roach in reach in cooler next to chest freezer. Observed 3 live roaches in wheel of reach in cooler next to chest freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-13: Observed two lives roaches in the back reach in area in cooler area, one live roach behind cooler by the dishwasher area, one live roach behind the fryer,one live roach under steam table **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
86
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored on stop of cilantro. Operator moved eggs away from herbs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on knife magnet. Observed 1 live roach crawling on chest freezer across warewash area. Observed 1 live roach in reach in cooler next to chest freezer. Observed 3 live roaches in wheel of reach in cooler next to chest freezer. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed line where plates are soiled with food debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as dump sink at kitchen entrance. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on shelves in dry food storage as well as under prep tables where dry dishes are kept. **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach behind microwave at kitchen entrance. Observed 1 dead roach under reach in cooler across warewash area. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed where produce is kept case of oil on floor. Operator moved off of ground at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of oven soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers throughout establishment. **Warning**
23-03-4
47
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - 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 frozen pork above French fries out of original package. Operator moved fries to separate freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: Observed raw frozen pork above French fries out of original package. **Time Extended**
08A-17-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 20 live flies in dry storage area where boxed vegetables are. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: Observed 12 live flies in dry storage area where boxed vegetables are kept. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry storage racks. Observed on knife magnet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: Observed on dry storage racks. Observed on knife magnet. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed cooler with ambient temp of 75F. The following tcs foods stored inside: pork (70F - Cold Holding). As per operator, cooler was unplugged by accident. Pork was in there less than 2 hours prior to inspection; pork placed in freezer for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: Observed cooler not plugged in or working; no TCS foods stored inside at time of callback. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of oven soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: Observed exterior of oven soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: Observed dishmachine exterior soiled at time of callback report. **Time Extended**
16-21-4
58
Feb 10, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooler with ambient temp of 75F. The following tcs foods stored inside: pork (70F - Cold Holding). As per operator, cooler was unplugged by accident. Pork was in there less than 2 hours prior to inspection; pork placed in freezer for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 20 live flies in dry storage area where boxed vegetables are. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - 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 frozen pork above French fries out of original package. Operator moved fries to separate freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at line house chips (70F - Hot Holding). As per chef, they're made fresh for garnish, and have been there less than 4 hours. Inspector provided TPHC form and explained about hot holding temperatures for cooked foods. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Employee applied hand antiseptic in place of washing hands as required. Observed hand sanitizer in warewash hand sink where soap should be. Manager replaced with hand soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled knife on magnet. Chef moved to dish area. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry storage racks. Observed on knife magnet. **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in container of lentils in dry food storage. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cutting board on floor next to stove. **Warning**
24-07-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook wearing bracelet in kitchen while preparing food. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed cooler with ambient temp of 75F. The following tcs foods stored inside: pork (70F - Cold Holding). As per operator, cooler was unplugged by accident. Pork was in there less than 2 hours prior to inspection; pork placed in freezer for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Manager began having employees clean. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of oven soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in all coolers in bar area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at hand sink in warewash area. **Warning**
29-11-4
26
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw pork. Observed raw pork stored above raw fish. Operator changed order of storage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed raw chicken stored above raw pork. **Time Extended**
08A-20-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink with no vacuum breaker. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed no breaker at mop sink. Owner showed inspector invoice for breaker **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwash sink in warewash area. Observed no soap at hand sink at bar area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed no soap at handwash sink in warewash area. Observed no soap at hand sink at bar area. **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Employee applied hand antiseptic in place of washing hands as required. Observed antiseptic instead of soap at hand sink in warewash area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed antiseptic instead of soap at hand sink in warewash area. **Time Extended**
12A-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.observed mops stored upside down. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: owner ordered rack to hang mops **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed broken floor tiles in back of kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed broken floor tiles in back of kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.observed bowls stored in rice and flour containers used as scoops. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: observed bowls stored in rice and flour containers used as scoops **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in kitchen **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed drain cord draining into pitcher in beer cooler at bar area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed drain cord draining into pitcher in beer cooler at bar area **Time Extended**
28-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at hand sink in warewash area. Observed no sign at hand sink at bar **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed no handwash sign at hand sink in warewash area. Observed no sign at hand sink at bar **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers throughout establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed old labels on containers throughout establishment. **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water I reach in cooler at bar. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Observed standing water in reach in cooler at bar **Time Extended**
29-49-6
41
Nov 6, 2024
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 9 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 28 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw pork. Observed raw pork stored above raw fish. Operator changed order of storage. **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical stored above plates near kitchen entrance. **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink with no vacuum breaker. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-42-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 12 live flies in bar area, inside blender machine. Observed 20 live flies in produce area in back of kitchen. Observed 3 live flies near reach in cooler at kitchen entrance. Observed 5 live flies in warehouse wash area. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishmachine in ware wash area with 0 ppmsanitizer. Observed dishwasher machine in bar area with 0 ppm sanitizer. **Warning**
22-49-4
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.observed employee use personal cellphone, then begin cooking without handwash. Inspector coached owner on proper handwash techniques. **Warning**
12A-13-4
Intermediate - Employee applied hand antiseptic in place of washing hands as required. Observed antiseptic instead of soap at hand sink in warewash area. **Warning**
12A-01-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee rinse off hands in unapproved hand sink in bar area. **Warning**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - 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. Inspector provided form to owner. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of certified food manager at establishment. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Owner present but not certified as a manager; David Alzate. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink at bar area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer on site. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwash sink in warewash area. Observed no soap at hand sink at bar area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at handwash sink next to kitchen entrance. **Warning**
27-16-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.observed bowls stored in rice and flour containers used as scoops. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed drain cord draining into pitcher in beer cooler at bar area. **Warning**
28-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.observed employee cups stored on prep table in kitchen area. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no hair restaurant for two employees in warewash and kitchen area. Owner provided hairnet to employees. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil on floor next to fryer. Observed cases of liquor in floor of liquor closet. Owner placed everything off of the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior microwave soiled. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at hand sink in warewash area. Observed no sign at hand sink at bar **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed dish washing machine soiled on the outside. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers throughout establishment. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water I reach in cooler at bar. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.observed mops stored upside down. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed broken floor tiles in back of kitchen. **Warning**
36-10-4
9
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
45
Aug 10, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
50
Oct 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Alegria by El Rancherito last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Alegria by El Rancherito on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Alegria by El Rancherito?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Alegria by El Rancherito.

How does Alegria by El Rancherito compare to other restaurants in Doral?

Alegria by El Rancherito most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Doral average of 74.

Has Alegria by El Rancherito's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Alegria by El Rancherito have averaged around 17 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Alegria by El Rancherito means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Alegria by El Rancherito inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Alegria by El Rancherito is inspected around four times per year on average.