El Cilantrico Costeño

9351 Sw 56 St, Miami, FL 33165

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 17, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, El Cilantrico Costeño has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 17, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

Looking across the full record, “hotel and restaurant license decal not displayed” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed containers stored in handwashing sink. Operator removed containers. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Dec 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Jun 26, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Manager posted license number on back of unit. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

50-04-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Manager placed decal on side of unit near service window. **Repeat Violation**

50-03-4

Feb 15, 2024

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.

31B-03-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

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. Operator was provided written procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.

50-04-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.

50-03-4

May 31, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Cilantrico Costeño last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Cilantrico Costeño on file is from Apr 17, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Cilantrico Costeño?

Across the inspection record, “hotel and restaurant license decal not displayed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Cilantrico Costeño.

How does El Cilantrico Costeño compare to other restaurants in Miami?

El Cilantrico Costeño most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has El Cilantrico Costeño's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Cilantrico Costeño have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Cilantrico Costeño 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 Cilantrico Costeño inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Cilantrico Costeño is inspected around three times per year on average.

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