El Desembarco
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
55
Score
El Desembarco, located at 7315 Collins Ave in Miami Beach, FL, underwent a moderate-risk inspection on April 8, 2026, with a score of 55. This inspection identified one critical violation, two major violations, and five minor violations. Throughout its 10 scored inspections, El Desembarco has historically shown a pattern of mostly high-risk assessments.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter soiled with black mold-like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing beside hood system at cook line.
36-36-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at hand wash sink at front counter.
29-11-4
55
Jul 8, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 11 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked bacon in cooler an entrance of kitchen. Employee placed items in correct storage order. Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored over ready to eat items in side of walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine in front counter soiled with black mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile in center of kitchen.
36-36-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap on top of exterior door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of raw shell eggs, case of lettuce and bag of onions stored on floor inside of walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer in kitchen.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Employee removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulb in walk in cooler missing shield. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed good filters soiled with grease. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer in kitchen soiled with old food debris.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw sliced chicken, cooked ground beef, raw ground beef and cooked chicken wings stored in side of walk in cooler not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler rusted. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
50
Mar 4, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
50
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over sliced ham and ready to eat sauces inside of walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef on speed rack inside of walk in cooler.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over unwashed produce inside of walk in cooler.
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed papaya bottle with sanitizer not labeled near 3 compartment sink.
41-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of tomatoes stored on floor inside of walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle.
10-20-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with deep cuts near microwave beside 3 compartment sink.
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves inside of walk in cooler with rust.
14-17-4
45
Jul 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
43
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
26
Oct 12, 2023
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment gasket in poor repair. Observed beverage cooler with gaskets in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-12: Equipment gasket in poor repair. Observed beverage cooler with gaskets in disrepair. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Jul 26, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed ground beef above fish inside walk in cooler. Employee inverted the storage order.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Tracking powder pesticide used inside establishment. Observed Orthene tracking powder on the floor edges.
41-25-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of old residue on squeezer .
22-02-4
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. Missing for all the employees.
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed some mold like substance inside the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboards on walk in cooler floor.
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of dust on kitchen ceiling tiles.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without hair restrain. Employee corrected the issue immediately.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment gasket in poor repair. Observed beverage cooler with gaskets in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath at the exit door.
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in Stan water with water temperature of 78F. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets with mold like substance.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed uncovered containers with chicken soup and cooked red beans inside the walk in cooler .
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish thawing in standing water. Employee moved the fish to the walk in cooler.
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of debris and grease on the wall.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels left above the counter in the kitchen.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed food products stored in plastic containers with no labels ( azúcar inside 2 containers as per owner).
02D-01-5
30
Jun 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Breakfast potatoes at 66 F left at room temperature for less than 4 hrs as per cook. Employee placed the potatoes inside the freezer . **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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. Info was provided. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed kitchen hand sink blocked by a high seat in the kitchen. Employee moved it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ground beef from Tuesday 6/27 ( as per cook ) without date marking inside reach in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water , water temperature at 80 F.
10-07-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially packaged fish already thawed inside the sealed bag in the walk in cooler. Explained the employee and he opened the bags. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee without hair restrain.
13-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven handle.
10-20-4
52
Jan 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
43
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