El Criollo Cuban Foods
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
82
Score
Inspectors have visited El Criollo Cuban Foods 10 times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 21, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.
Among Miami restaurants, the typical score is 74; El Criollo Cuban Foods is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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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 pork and chorizo not date marked. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-21: Observed pork and chorizo not date marked. **Admin Complaint**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-21: Observed running water but not getting to 85F degrees. **Admin Complaint**
27-16-4
82
Jan 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over rest to eat fries in stand up reach-in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork and chorizo not date marked. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
61
Nov 20, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-15: **Time Extended**
50-04-4
95
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cut fruit stored in to go style grocery bags in reach in freezer. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found observed 10 live flying insects in MFDV. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Establishment operating with no potable running water. Observed no running water on MFDV. **Warning**
27-12-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 dead flies in horchata drink mix. **Warning**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled red cutting board in use. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed bulk prepared items in reach in cooler not date marked. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no running water at hand sink. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed rear door and service window open when not selling food. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-14-4
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. **Warning**
50-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic no handle cup in bulk sugar container. **Warning**
14-01-5
35
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
74
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Dec 19, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Oct 16, 2023
Complaint Full
3 major violations.
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Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Set operator appropriate form. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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. Sent operator appropriate form. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
74
Aug 1, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. None provided at the time of inspection.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. None provided at the time of inspection.
05-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located next to three compartment sink on MFDV. Provided printed employee handwash sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Criollo Cuban Foods last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Criollo Cuban Foods on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
How does El Criollo Cuban Foods compare to other restaurants in Miami?
El Criollo Cuban Foods most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has El Criollo Cuban Foods' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at El Criollo Cuban Foods have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at El Criollo Cuban Foods 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 Criollo Cuban Foods inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Criollo Cuban Foods is inspected around three times per year on average.
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