Cerro Negro Restaurant
Last inspected: Sep 29, 2025
52
Score
Across the available record, Cerro Negro Restaurant has 12 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 29, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around seven violations each.
Looking across the full record, “in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses” is the recurring theme, flagged six times.
Cerro Negro Restaurant's latest score of 52 falls below the Miami average of 74. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
12
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed gallo pinto rice (77-86-89F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler. As per operator for more than 6 hrs.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed gallo pinto rice (77-86-89F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler. As per operator for more than 6 hrs.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sweet plantains inside reach in cooler next to cook line. Operator properly arranged products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to washing area. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
52
Jul 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed next to preparation area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-22: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
95
Jul 21, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 15+ rodent droppings on wooden shelves next to walk in cooler. Observed 30+ rodent droppings on floor around water heater. Observed approximately 8 rodent droppings over water heater. Observed 25+ rodent droppings on dry storage shelves. Observed 15+ rodent droppings under shelves at dry storage area. Observed 20+ rodent droppings inside metal drawers at dry storage.
35A-04-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches crawling on shelves at dry storage.
35A-05-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed rodent bite marks on AP flour bag of 25 lbs on shelves next to walk in cooler. Observed rodent bite marks on AP flour bag of 12 lbs on shelves next to walking cooler. Operator discarded the bags. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Sour cream; (58F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (60F - Cold Holding) on prep table across cook line. Operator added ice for rapid cooling. Observed leche agria (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to washing area. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork nacatamal (122F - Hot Holding) inside pot at cook line floor. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator placed on stove for reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed 40+ roach droppings on shelves at dry storage.
35A-23-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to washing area. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 10+ dead roaches under shelves at dry storage.
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at washing area.
36-22-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall behind shelves next to walk in cooler. Observed hall on wall behind lower shelves at dry storage.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed pair of thongs stored on oven door handle at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed next to preparation area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
27
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Aug 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed gallo pinto rice (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding); boiled yuca (45F - Cold Holding); raw beef (45F - Cold Holding) inside walk-in cooler. As per manager for than 24 hrs. Also observed homemade leche agria (47F -Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per employee for more than 24 hrs. Also observed coleslaw (54F - Cold Holding); dairy spread (61F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per employee for less than 4 hrs. Employee placed products inside walk in freezer for rapid cooling. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-15: Observed gallo pinto rice (65F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (33F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding) inside walk-in cooler. As per manager for than 24 hrs. Also observed homemade leche agria (47F -Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per employee from the previous day. Also observed coleslaw (54F - Cold Holding) inside ice bath. As per employee for more than 4 hrs.**Admin Complaint** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed next to cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-15: Observed Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed next to cook line. **Time Extended**
31B-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 3 pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-15: Observed In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 3 pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle. **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink at beverage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-15: Observed No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink at beverage area. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
70
Aug 14, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over Cooked gallo pinto rice inside walk in freezer. Manager properly rearranged by cooking tempetures. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed gallo pinto rice (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (45F - Cold Holding); boiled yuca (45F - Cold Holding); raw beef (45F - Cold Holding) inside walk-in cooler. As per manager for than 24 hrs. Also observed homemade leche agria (47F -Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per employee for more than 24 hrs. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed gallo pinto rice (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding); boiled yuca (45F - Cold Holding); raw beef (45F - Cold Holding) inside walk-in cooler. As per manager for than 24 hrs. Also observed homemade leche agria (47F -Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per employee for more than 24 hrs. Also observed coleslaw (54F - Cold Holding); dairy spread (61F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per employee for less than 4 hrs. Employee placed products inside walk in freezer for rapid cooling. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to washing area. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed next to cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-05-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside rice at steam table. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under fryers. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at service window. Employee placed the handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 3 pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink at beverage area. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed soups, cooked rice inside walk in freezer not covered. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-12-5
37
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Apr 5, 2024
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack eggs with gloves on and then touched cleaned equipment to serve ready to eat food. **Warning**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nonfood-grade bag used to cover white rice in kitchen. Also observed tortillas stored inside nonfood grade bag inside reach in cooler across cook line. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over french fries inside reach in cooler across cook line. Also observed raw beef over gallo pinto rice inside walk in freezer. Employee removed the rice from under the raw beef. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at room temperature on storage shelve between walk in units. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee washing hands with gloves on. **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Chimichurri (70F - Cold Holding) at kitchen. Employee placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed refried beans (110F - Hot Holding) on stove. As per employee for approximately 30 min. Employee turn on stove for reheat and retest refried beans (165F - Hot Holding). Also observed ham croquettes (110F - Hot Holding); beef empanada (112F - Hot Holding); chicken empanada (112F - Hot Holding) as per employee for for 1.5 hrs. Employee turn up the heat for reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed next to were washing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-05-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed over slicer station. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board stored on shelves under slicer station. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed beef soup stored on floor. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed at bar area. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - 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 inside sugar plastic container with handle in contact with product under storage shelve. Employee removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed soups stored inside walk in freezer not covered. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed 1 big pot of beef soup and 1 big pot of chicken soup (all Frozen) thawing at room temperature. As per employee for approximately 30 minutes. Employee placed beef soup on stove and the chicken soup inside walk in cooler for proper thawing. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bread crumbs and flour inside plastic containers without label on shelve under preparation table at cook line. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside bread crumbs containers on shelves under preparation table. Employee removed the item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed wall behind grill soiled with grease. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-37-5
17
Dec 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tomato sauce prepared onsite not date labeled. As per employee was prepared 2 days prior. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-15: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer handle broken. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-15: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup inside walk-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-15: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed crab soup, beef soup stored inside walk in freezer not covered. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-15: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
78
Dec 13, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 7 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed insect killer stored next to spices at dry storage. **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at ambient temperature on storage shelve in between walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Employee placed the eggs inside walk in cooler. **Warning**
03A-03-5
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 steak at walk in cooler. Also raw steak stored above raw pork in reach in cooler next to fryer at cook line. Operator replaced the chicken under the raw steak. **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (59F - Cold Holding) inside triple compartment sink. As per employee for approximately 2 hours. Employee placed the raw steak inside walk in freezer for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dish soap and carboard box stored inside hand wash sink next to were washing sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw fish ceviche in menu not identified as raw in menu. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at 79F. As per operator water heater is missing gas. Operator called for service appointment. **Warning**
27-06-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in hand wash sink next to cooke line. Employee provided the paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed dispenser not working at hand wash sink next to dish machine. Employee fixed the dispenser. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tomato sauce prepared onsite not date labeled. As per employee was prepared 2 days prior. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water at 79F. As per operator water heater is missing gas. Operator called for service appointment. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside onion container inside walk in cooler. Also observed bowl without handle inside chia plastic container stored on shelve between walk in cooler and walk in freezer. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers not properly dry stored at shelve next to walk in cooler. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer handle broken. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cut onions inside pot stored on floor next to were washing entrance. Employee placed the onions 6 inches from the floor. Also observed crab soup, chicken stock, raw beef stored on floor inside walk in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall at dry storage. Also observed wall tiles missing under hand wash sink at **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup inside walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in freezer handle soiled with old food debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed crab soup, beef soup stored inside walk in freezer not covered. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef 59F thawed at room temperature at ware washing area. As per employee for approximately 2 hours. Employee placed the raw beef inside freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind grill soiled with old grease. **Warning**
36-27-5
16
Apr 26, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice, chicken soup and beef soup not date marked inside walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-26: Still observed. **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for Amalia and Lisandra have been working more than 60 days. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-26: Still observed **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-26: Still observed. **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water marks on ceiling tiles above walk-in freezer. Also throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-26: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-26: Still observed. **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chicken portioned soup not covered inside walk-in cooler, Also beef soup not covered inside walk-in freezer. Employee covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-26: Still. **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-26: Still observed. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in syrup container. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-26: Still observed. **Time Extended**
14-01-5
58
Aug 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw fish stored above raw onions in shelves inside walk in cooler. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed broken handle for hot water in 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
27-06-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beef soup portioned on shelves inside walk in cooler. As per employee food was prepared on 08/05/2022. Employee date marked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above dishwasher machine.
36-36-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed in preparation table next to empanadas. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed in 3 compartment sink.
29-09-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed raw pork (frozen) stored next to walk in cooler door. As per employee food was received less than 1 hour. Employee start moving food to walk in freezer during inspection l **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-47-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with ribs stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed marinated meats not covered inside reach in cooler next to fryer in kitchen area.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed case of raw chicken (frozen) inside of 3 compartment sink. Employee moved to walk in cooler during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed in 3 compartment sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container not labeled with common name. In preparation area.
02D-01-5
39
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cerro Negro Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cerro Negro Restaurant on file is from Sep 29, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cerro Negro Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Cerro Negro Restaurant.
How does Cerro Negro Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Cerro Negro Restaurant most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Cerro Negro Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cerro Negro Restaurant have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Cerro Negro Restaurant 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 Cerro Negro Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cerro Negro Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.
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