El Centroamericano Restaurant II
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
100
Score
Inspectors have visited El Centroamericano Restaurant II 14 times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, showing up seven times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Miami restaurant scores 74. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs then proceeded to open reach in cooler door and kept on food preparation without taking gloves off and washing hands. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedures and proper gloves usage. Employee proceeded to take off gloves, washed hands and put on new gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (46F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (49F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across reach in cooler with seafood. As per operator since the day before. Observed Churrasco (47F - Cold Holding); garlic oil mix (47F - Cold Holding) I side reach in cooler at storage area. As per operator since the day before. Observed boiled yuca (51F - Cold Holding); white rice (48F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator since the day before. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (46F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (49F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across reach in cooler with seafood. As per operator since the day before. Observed Churrasco (47F - Cold Holding); garlic oil mix (47F - Cold Holding) I side reach in cooler at storage area. As per operator since the day before. Observed boiled yuca (51F - Cold Holding); white rice (48F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator since the day before. Observed inside glass door cooler: cheese mix (48F - Cold Holding); whole cheese (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Opera stated that the door is constantly opened during service. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal cup stored next to clean bowls and plates on shelves next to cook line. Operator removed the cup. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside white chest freezer next to storage. Observed inside white reach in freezer at wait station. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining water at hand sink across walk in cooler. **Warning**
29-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed under hand sink across walk in cooler. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-6
50
Aug 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed next to storage. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-22: Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed next to storage. **Time Extended**
29-49-6
95
Aug 21, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 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 refried beans (78F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler as per operator for more than 6 hrs. **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee racked eggs with gloves on and kept engaging in food preparation without taking gloves off. Discussed with employee proper hand washing procedures. Employee proceeded to take off gloves, wash hands and put on new pair of gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-09-4
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 refried beans (78F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler as per operator for more than 6 hrs. Observed pork (46F - Cold Holding); churrasco (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across stoves. As per operator since the day before. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork (46F - Cold Holding); churrasco (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across stoves. As per operator since the day before. Observed pico de gallo (53F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (52F - Cold Holding); sour cream (51F - Cold Holding); chicken taquitos (50F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across cook line. As per operator for doors are often open during rush time. For less than 4 hrs. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under blue cutting board at wait station. Operator removed and place non slip mat. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed next to storage. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-49-6
50
Apr 18, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cheese mix stored inside non -food grade bag inside reach in cooler at prep area.
14-31-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chicken taquitos (54F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across cook line. As per operator since the night before. Operator segregated. Observed sausage (52F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to stove. As per operator since the night before. Operator segregated.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken taquitos (54F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across cook line. As per operator since the night before. Operator segregated. Observed sausage (52F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to stove. As per operator since the night before. Operator segregated. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards at washing area soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top exterior soiled.
16-21-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed across cook line. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
52
Apr 8, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (51F - Cold Holding); chicharron (59F - Cold Holding) across grill. As per operator for approximately 1.5 hrs. Employee added ice for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm) on prep table next to stove. Operator diluted with water, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Observed tags for clams not kept for 90 days. **Warning**
01C-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap on hand sink across chalk in cooler. Operator provided the soap. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training expired for Linda M, Teresa G, David R, Mirna V, Juana O, Eliseo M. All expired on 2024. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty at kitchen area. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee cutting meats without hair restraint. Employee put on hair net. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-03-4
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 a scoop with handle inside Maseca flour in contact with product. Operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket on prep table next to stove. Operator placed bucket on shelves under prep table. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-44-1
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at prep area next to walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-49-6
41
Aug 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink across walk in cooler. Employee provided the soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-12: Observed at kitchen hand sink. **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn at storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-12: Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn at storage area. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Also observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-12: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed next to triple sink and unit across stove at kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-12: Observed Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed next to triple sink and unit across stove at kitchen. **Time Extended**
29-49-6
78
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
30
Apr 24, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pico de gallo (47F - Cold Holding); mashed cheesed (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to exit back door. As per employee from the previous night. Employee discarded the food products. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed tostones stored inside nonfood-grade bags inside white chest freezer. Employee placed food product in a food-grade bag. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cut onions inside walk in cooler. Employee removed the onions. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pico de gallo (47F - Cold Holding); mashed cheesed (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to exit back door. As per employee from the previous night. Employee discarded the food products. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed on second hand sink inside mens room
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on second hand sink inside mens room.
31B-02-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed cloth used to line tortillas at kitchen. Employee removed the cloth. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-05-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board at preparation station next to ware washing area. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone next to clean bowls on shat cook line. Employee removed the phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn next to kitchen exit door.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile broken at bar. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside white chest freezer at kitchen.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 98F employee placed container with utensils on stove for reheating. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board at fruits station. Employee removed the towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled with food debris across unit containing seafood.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted inside unit containing seafood.
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler next to storage and also inside reach in cooler next to exit back door. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor soiled under storage shelves inside walk in freezer.
36-10-4
23
Feb 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags no date marked. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: Observed tags still not date marked. **Time Extended**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviche mixto and sunny side up eggs not marked as raw in menu. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: Observed ceviche mixto and sunny side up eggs still not marked as raw in menu. **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: Clam/mussel/oyster tags still not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Time Extended**
01C-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed cleaned plates used for food service not stored inverted over shelve at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: **Time Extended**
24-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed throughout kitchen area and bar **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile broken at bar area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bowls in standing water at 77F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: **Time Extended**
10-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler across back exit door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: **Time Extended**
29-49-6
55
Feb 6, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 21 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 observed cooked chicken wings (47F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler, as per operator was prepared 2 days ago. Employee was advised to discard food items. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed Nonfood-grade bags used to stored cheese at kitchen prep area. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken wings (47F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler, as per operator was prepared 2 days ago. Employee was advised to discard food items. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicharron mix (65F - Cold Holding); refried beans (65F - Cold Holding); cheese (64F - Cold Holding) coleslaw (66F - Cold Holding) as per employee for 1 hour next to cook line. Employee prepared ice bath for rapid cooling. Also observed cooked chicken wings (47F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler, as per operator was prepared 2 days ago. Employee was advised to discard food items. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviche mixto and sunny side up eggs not marked as raw in menu. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen. Employee provided the soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Warning**
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags no date marked. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler across back exit door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside corn flour container. Manager removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed cleaned plates used for food service not stored inverted over shelve at cook line. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed cloth used as cover for pupusas stuffings at kitchen. **Warning**
21-05-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at employee bathroom trash can no lid. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed throughout kitchen area and bar **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile broken at bar area. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 pair of tongs hanging on oven door handle at cook line. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bowls in standing water at 77°F. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
17
Apr 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-13: Still observed. **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled green cutting boards in kitchen area. Also soiled slicer in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-13: Still observed. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves in sea food reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-13: Still observed. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in flour container. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-13: Still observed. **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-13: Still observed. **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-13: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-13: Still observed. **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed in front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-13: Still observed. **Time Extended**
21-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in reach in cooler near dishwasher machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-13: Still observed. **Time Extended**
29-49-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-13: Still observed. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
50
Aug 1, 2022
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw fish next to cooked chicken wings in a container inside reach in cooler in kitchen . Also raw shrimp above cutted vegetables in reach in cooler.Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed raid spray bottle on preparation table. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed fried beans and chorizo for pupusas prepared on site and dated on 07/11/2022 in shelves inside walk in cooler. Manager discarded during inspection.
01B-24-5
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee handle dirty dishes and after serving food without hand washing.
12A-02-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mashed potatoes (49F - Cold Holding); beans (48F - Cold Holding) As per employee held approximately 2 hours. Employee placed on ice bath during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards in kitchen area. Also blade of can opener and slicer accumulation of food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves in reach in cooler near to back doo.
22-31-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork, cooked beans not date marked. As per manager food was prepared over 24 hours. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a bleach spray bottle not labeled with common name.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed throughout kitchen.
23-24-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed in screen back door in kitchen area.
35B-05-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in cooler.
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in 2 reach in cooler units in kitchen area.
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers with cooked rice, cooked shrimp and cooked pork not covered in shelve inside walk in cooler. Manager covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed in hand wash sink in kitchen area.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in front counter and kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Centroamericano Restaurant II last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Centroamericano Restaurant II on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Centroamericano Restaurant II?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at El Centroamericano Restaurant II.
How does El Centroamericano Restaurant II compare to other restaurants in Miami?
El Centroamericano Restaurant II most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has El Centroamericano Restaurant II's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Centroamericano Restaurant II have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at El Centroamericano Restaurant II means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is El Centroamericano Restaurant II inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Centroamericano Restaurant II is inspected around four times per year on average.
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