El Arepazo
Last inspected: Dec 17, 2025
39
Score
Inspectors have visited El Arepazo seven times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 17, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 11 violations each, up from closer to eight violations before.
Across the inspection history, “equipment in poor repair” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which El Arepazo's 39 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
7
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 17, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed BOILED MEAT (61F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per employee made the day prior. **Repeat Violation**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed BOILED MEAT (61F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per employee made the day prior. **Repeat Violation**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next to mop sink. Employee refilled paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter behind ice machine missing service date.
29-28-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine soiled with mildew like substance. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed whit cutting board at front counter across from flattop griddle with deep marks and not easily cleaned.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach in cooler at cook line under flattop griddle torn and in poor repair. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at rear exit of kitchen area,
35B-01-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed at mop sink missing vacuum breaker cap.
29-08-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed at warewashing area metal and plastic containers wet nesting.
24-08-4
39
Jul 31, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed BEEF SOUP (55F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per operator made the day prior.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed BEEF SOUP (55F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per operator made the day prior.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink no back flow preventer on splitter. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee unaware of minimum hot holding temperature. Coached employee that 135F is the minimum hot holding temperature.
53B-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with slime like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees wearing bracelets engaging in food preparation.
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach in cooler at front counter, torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice. Operator removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
43
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink splitter.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee at cook line not knowing how to calibrate thermometer using the cold method. Coached employee on correct procedure. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-16-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observe plastic container inside hand washing sink. Container was removed.. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Scoop was properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at hot box unit at front counter.
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler and reach-in cooler drawer, at front counter, gaskets soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cutting board at front counter.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets in disrepair next to hot holding equipment at front counter.
14-11-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
45
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Dec 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
37
Mar 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the water temperature at 70°F. **Repeat Violation**
10-05-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed a cup of coffee on a prep table.
12B-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the front reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in the ice machine.
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket soiled. Observed the front reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic container with sugar not labeled.
02D-01-5
58
Aug 31, 2022
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over vegetables in the walk-in cooler.
08A-04-5
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 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed white rice (55F - Cooling); soup (55F - Cooling);. As per the label the rice was made on 8-29 and the soup was made on 8-30. The manager removed the food and discarded it. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed white rice (55F - Cooling); soup (55F - Cooling);. As per the label the rice was made on 8-29 and the soup was made on 8-30. The manager removed the food and discarded it. **Corrected On-Site**
03D-01-5
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a knife in water at a temperature of 74°F. The manager poured out the water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-05-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. The manager moved the eggs. **Repeat Violation**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a the front counter.
41-17-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed not inverted at the triple sink. The manager inverted the items. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the front counter reach in coolers gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at the front counter area.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the front counter reach in cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Arepazo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Arepazo on file is from Dec 17, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Arepazo?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at El Arepazo.
How does El Arepazo compare to other restaurants in Doral?
El Arepazo most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Doral average of 74.
Has El Arepazo's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at El Arepazo have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at El Arepazo 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 El Arepazo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Arepazo is inspected around two times per year on average.
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