El Palacio De Los Frijoles
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
70
Score
El Palacio De Los Frijoles appears in inspection records 15 times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 18, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near 14 violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited eight times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which El Palacio De Los Frijoles' 70 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
15
Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tile not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Observed ceiling tile not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing inside kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Observed ceiling tile missing inside kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at reach in freezer across fryer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Observed torn gasket at reach in freezer across fryer. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair inside kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Observed floor in disrepair inside kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at chest reach in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Observed ice buildup at chest reach in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler with shelves with rust throughout all reach in cooler inside kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Observed reach in cooler with shelves with rust throughout all reach in cooler inside kitchen. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
70
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
9 critical violations. 3 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 28 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored on top of ready to eat bread at reach in cooler next to fryer. **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored on top of semi cooked chicharrones at reach in cooler at kitchen entrance. Operator corrected. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken on top of blood sausage at reach in cooler next to fryer. **Warning**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed observed at steam table red beans (107F - Hot Holding); vegetable soup (117F - Hot Holding). As per operator more than 4 hours.Operator discarded. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed blood sausage (67F - Cold Holding); chorizo (57F - Cold Holding). Also observed garbanzo salad (62F - Cooling); shredded cabbage salad (47F - Cooling). As per operator both salad was prepared less than an hour. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed yellow rice (117F - Hot Holding) . As per operator rice was cooked at 12 pm. Operator started reheating yellow rice . Final temperature (202F - Reheating). Also observed at steam table red beans (107F - Hot Holding); vegetable soup (117F - Hot Holding). **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed concentration of chlorine inside sanitation bucket at 400ppm. Operator discarded. **Warning**
41-18-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 5 pound can of pineapple with a dented seal . **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed operator failed to wash hands when started to reheating food - yellow rice-and also after using cell phone inside kitchen area. **Warning**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed several bags of opened plantains and bread open with no labels inside reach cooler next to fryer. **Warning**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled with grease door handles of all reach in coolers throughout establishment. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Observed 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. Provided poster to operator. **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping clothes under white cutting board at prep table inside kitchen area. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employee hand washing sign at handwashing sink at kitchen entrance. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled at chest reach in freezer, and also throughout all reach in cooler inside kitchen area. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler with shelves with rust throughout all reach in cooler inside kitchen. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw chicken uncovered at reach in cooler at kitchen entrance. Observed a bag of white fish uncovered at chest reach in freezer. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed produce stored on top of uncovered, semi-cooked chicharrones. **Warning**
08B-17-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tile not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing inside kitchen area. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pots not stored inverted at kitchen entrance. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee items- shoes, bags stored in dry storage area. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at reach in freezer across fryer. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair inside kitchen area. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at chest reach in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
9
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed COOKED RICE (121F - Hot Holding) on prep table at kitchen area. Employee placed rice in a pan to reheat. Final temperature 170F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed roach and ant spray stored next to squash at dry storage. Manager removed toxic spray and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tile over prep table, not smooth and easily clean.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles over dry storage hallway.
36-32-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven hand at cook line at kitchen area.
10-20-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves in triple door reach in cooler soiled with debris.
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler at kitchen area across from steam table.
29-49-6
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed spray nozzle at warewashing area leaking.
29-11-4
55
Jun 11, 2025
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at bathroom used for staff and customers. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-11: Observed no completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors at bathroom used for staff and customers. **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at front counter, kitchen area, and ware washing area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-11: Observed at front counter, kitchen area, and ware washing area. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles at front counter and tiles at hallway to bathrooms showing water stains. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-11: Observed ceiling tiles at front counter and tiles at hallway to bathrooms showing water stains. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler door gaskets in disrepair at back of kitchen. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-11: Observed reach-in cooler door gaskets in disrepair at back of kitchen. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-11: Observed exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tile in disrepair in front of three compartment si **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-11: Observed tile in disrepair in front of three compartment. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-11: Observed ice buildup at large white chest reach-in freezer at back of kitchen. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
70
Jun 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken stored above pork inside the reach in cooler.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chorizo (47 F - Cold Holding); pork belly (58 F - Cold Holding); chicken (48 F - Cold Holding); beef (51 F - Cold Holding) inside a reach in cooler. Thermometer was at 48°F. As per operator food was placed before 1:00 pm. Stop sale was issued. **Repeat Violation**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chorizo (47 F - Cold Holding); pork belly (58 F - Cold Holding); chicken (48 F - Cold Holding); beef (51 F - Cold Holding) inside a reach in cooler. Thermometer was at 48°F. As per operator food was placed before 1:00 pm. Stop sale was issued. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed 5 employees at the time if the inspection.
53A-05-6
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at bathroom used for staff and customers. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at front counter, kitchen area, and ware washing area. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles at front counter and tiles at hallway to bathrooms showing water stains. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a thermo stored on food preparation. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler door gaskets in disrepair at back of kitchen. **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 - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout the kitchen area.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tile in disrepair in front of three compartment si **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
37
Apr 29, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 19 minor violations.
View 24 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 Cooked onions (51F - Cooling) and Cooked chicken (60F - Cooling). Both cooked the night before. Coached operator on correct procedure. Products were discarded.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 9 bags of thawed raw salmon inside sealed reduced oxygen packaging at reach in cooler near kitchen entrance. Coached operator on proper procedures. Products was discarded. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cooked onions (51F - Cooling) and Cooked chicken (60F - Cooling). Both cooked the night before. Both products were discarded. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed person in charge of kitchen not knowing proper chlorine concentration and staff at cook line not knowing the minimum cooking temperature of chicken. Coached both persons on correct procedure.
53B-16-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Mauricio food handlers training expired on 04.15.2025.
53B-14-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at bathroom used for staff and customers. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at front counter, kitchen area, and ware washing area. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles at front counter and tiles at hallway to bathrooms showing water stains.
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed Valpro upright reach-in cooler with an ambient temperature of 54F. Non-TCS products being stored inside. Advised operator not to store any TCS products in it and to have it fixed.
14-74-7
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 9 bags of thawed raw salmon inside sealed reduced oxygen packaging at reach in cooler near kitchen entrance. Coached operator on proper procedures. Products was discarded. **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board grooved at ware washing area.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed Valpro reach-in cooler gaskets in disrepair at back of kitchen.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back exit door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tile in disrepair in front of three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Served plastic container of chicken bouillon stored on floor at back of kitchen area. Coached person in charge on correct procedure.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in water at grill with a temperature of 129F. Coached operator on correct procedure. Utensils were moved to a hotter part of grill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster at right hand dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed white reach-in freezer at back of kitchen with gaskets and door handle soiled. Observed gaskets at two door upright freezer at back of kitchen soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpsters lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed tostones not covered while stored inside two door reach-in freezer unit at back of kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed ice machine in disrepair and not being used at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
33-31-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed yellow wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer solution at preparation area.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic squeeze bottles not labeled with common name on shelf over steam table.
02D-01-5
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed large metal spoons stored upright on preparation table next to rice cooker. Coached operator on correct procedure.
24-18-4
20
Dec 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) at preparation reach in cooler across stove, as per operator more than 4 hours. And raw chicken (54F - Cold Holding) reach in cooler storage across fryers at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked plantains (128F - Hot Holding) at kitchen stove. As per operator less than 1 hour. Operator started reheating, second temperature, 187F. Observed portioned creole sauce (120F - Hot Holding) at room temperature at cook line. As per operator more than 4 hours. Observed cooked sausage (96F - Hot Holding); cooked pork belly (95F - Hot Holding) steam table, as per operator for 3.5 hours. Operator reheated cooked sausage (186F - Hot Holding); cooked pork belly (186F - Hot Holding). **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing and rinsing plastic containers, no sanitizer step. Coached employee and employee set up 3 compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cut cabbage and raw chicken stored over raw pork at reach in cooler near kitchen entrance. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 thawed raw salmon inside sealed reduced oxygen packaging at reach in cooler near kitchen entrance. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-13-4
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 cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) at preparation reach in cooler across stove, as per operator more than 4 hours. And raw chicken (54F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler storage across fryers at kitchen area. Observed portioned creole sauce (120F - Hot Holding) at room temperature at cook line. As per operator more than 4 hours. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed Cutting board with stains at preparation table at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-02-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed Standing water inside reach in cooler below rice cooker at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl stored inside container at storage area at kitchen near white reach in freezer. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed Ceiling not smooth at kitchen, ware washing area and front counter area. **Warning**
36-37-5
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 thawed raw salmon inside sealed reduced oxygen packaging at reach in cooler near kitchen entrance. Coached operator on proper procedures. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles in disrepair underneath reach in freezer at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored at stove at room temperature 101F. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled at kitchen area. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed standing water in floor near white reach in freezer at kitchen area. **Warning**
29-19-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container of raw potatoes not covered at storage cabinet in hallway leaving to bathroom. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed unused reach in freezer at kitchen. As per operator item is not used. **Warning**
33-31-5
20
Oct 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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 75 lbs Raw Pork (73F-76F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at kitchen. As per operator, product was held at room temperature for more than 4 hours **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed Pork Belly (57F - Cold Holding), Pork (52F -Cold Holding). As per operator, product was placed in reach in cooler the previous day. Stop Sale Issued . **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 75lbs Raw Pork (73F-76F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at kitchen. As per operator, product was held at room temperature for more than 4 hours. Observed Soup with Pork (53F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at cook line. As per operator, for less than 1 hour. Employee turned burner on to reheat product. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed Pork Belly (57F - Cold Holding), Pork (52F -Cold Holding). As per operator, product was placed in reach in cooler the previous day. Stop Sale Issued **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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 200plus ppm). Employee diluted solution with water and final reading 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 10 ppm) **Admin Complaint**
41-15-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Emersion blender stored over hand sink at ware washing area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed plastic container stored in hand sink at ware washing area **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed black stains on cutting board on preparation table at kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed black stains on cutting board on preparation table at kitchen. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom door not self closing. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed bathroom door not self closing. **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over preparation table at kitchen entrance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed bug zapper installed over preparation table at kitchen entrance **Time Extended**
35B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed plastic containers of beans and peas stored in hallway leading to public bathroom. Products not commercially packaged. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed plastic containers of beans and peas stored in hallway leading to public bathroom. Products not commercially packaged. **Time Extended**
08B-63-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at bottom of reach in cooler across from cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed standing water at bottom of reach in cooler across from cook line. **Time Extended**
29-49-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled with food debris throughout kitchen. Observed ceiling vents in bathroom soiled with dust and ceiling vent at cook line soiled with black substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed ceiling vents in bathroom soiled with dust and ceiling vent at cook line soiled with black substance. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
39
Aug 20, 2024
Routine - Food
8 critical violations. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 6lbs cans of sliced carrots with dents stored on shelves in back storage area. **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handle soiled wiping cloth, removed gloves, donned the same gloves and began slicing lime at front counter. No handwash. Discussed with manager proper glove procedures and provided handout via email. **Warning**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over Parmesan cheese at standing reach in cooler near kitchen entrance. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee handle soiled wiping cloth, removed gloves, donned the same gloves and began slicing lime at front counter. Discussed with manager and employee and sent handout via email. **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed employee handle soiled wiping cloth, removed gloves, donned the same gloves and began slicing lime at front counter. **Warning**
01B-13-4
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 75 lbs Raw Pork (73F-76F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at kitchen. As per operator, product was held at room temperature for more than 4 hours **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 75lbs Raw Pork (73F-76F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at kitchen. As per operator, product was held at room temperature for more than 4 hours. Observed Soup with Pork (53F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at cook line. As per operator, for less than 1 hour. Employee turned burner on to reheat product. **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 200plus ppm). Employee diluted solution with water and final reading 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ observed Martin Acosta expired 03/02/2019 manager certification certificate. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed black stains on cutting board on preparation table at kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Emersion blender stored over hand sink at ware washing area. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at bathroom. Employee repaired dispenser. **Warning**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom door not self closing. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone and drink on preparation table. Operator removed items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Observed water dripping from air conditioner onto uncovered raw pork at back area. **Warning**
08B-36-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over preparation table at kitchen entrance. **Warning**
35B-02-4
Basic - Observed plastic containers of beans and peas stored in hallway leading to public bathroom. Products not commercially packaged. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-63-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at bottom of reach in cooler across from cook line. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled with food debris throughout kitchen. Observed ceiling vents in bathroom soiled with dust and ceiling vent at cook line soiled with black substance. **Warning**
36-27-5
12
Feb 20, 2024
Complaint Full
6 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled above preparation cooler at cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled above preparation cooler at cook line. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at cook line. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at employees bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at employees bathroom. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of house made hot sauce container heavily soiled with old food debris at preparation cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: Observed exterior of house made hot sauce container heavily soiled with old food debris at preparation cooler. Employee removed debris. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unpackaged food in hallway leading to public bathroom. Observed unpackaged beans, lentils, plantains, potatoes and onions stored at hallway leading to public bathrooms. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: Observed unpackaged beans,lentils and limes stored at hallway leading to public bathroom. **Time Extended**
08B-63-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet when valves are off at 3 compartment sink at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet when valves are off at 3 compartment sink at front counter. **Time Extended**
29-11-4
74
Feb 19, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 10 live fruit flies flying in air at dry storage area. **Warning**
35A-02-6
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 at reach in cooler near kitchen entrance. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket at 200 plus ppm. **Warning**
41-27-4
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed food employee unaware of minimum cooking temperature for fish. **Warning**
53B-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards at cook line with stains. **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled above preparation cooler at cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at cook line with grooves. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near standing reach in cooler. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at cook line. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between reach in cooler and preparation table at cook line. **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at employees bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of house made hot sauce container heavily soiled with old food debris at preparation cooler. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Unpackaged food in hallway leading to public bathroom. Observed unpackaged beans, lentils, plantains, potatoes and onions stored at hallway leading to public bathrooms. **Warning**
08B-63-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet when valves are off at 3 compartment sink at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-11-4
30
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 18 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Cooked Beans (70F - Cooling). As per chef, cooked the night before.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Cooked Beans (70F - Cooling) at reach-in cooler near three compartment sink. As per chef, cooked the night before.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed vegetables over ready to eat food at reach-in cooler near three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
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. Provided manager with cleanup procedures via email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board at reach-in cooler at cook line soiled. Cutting board was replaced with a new one. **Corrected On-Site**
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. Provided manager with employee reporting responsibilities agreement, staff started signing form during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls with no handle used to dispense food inside rice and beans containers.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ac vent and ceiling tiles soiled at kitchen area and hallway leading to bathroom.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted expired on October 1, 2023.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet while preparing food at cook line.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while handling food at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of rice and water stored on floor at hallway area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water at 96F.
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets soiled near fryers. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed ice buildup in chest reach-in freezer near water heater.
14-69-4
Basic - Observed no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at unisex bathroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Observed wall in disrepair under water heater and hole on wall next to exit to hallway area.
36-24-5
Basic - Observed white cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at cook line. Cutting board was replaced with a new one. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet leaking at three compartment sink at front counter.
29-08-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw beef not covered while stored at reach-in cooler near three compartment sink.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken being thawed at room temperature at kitchen area. Chef moved product to a reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed walls thorough kitchen not smooth and easily cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
36-30-4
19
Feb 13, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked rice at reach in freezer at cook line. Employee properly rearranged products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in water at 125F degrees. Employee added water at 135F degrees into container. **Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken**
10-05-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw pork at reach in cooler at ware washing area. Operator was informed that the products need to be relocated. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Beef stew (125F - Hot Holding) at cook-line, Mango sauce (As per employee, made 3 hours ago) (93F - Hot Holding) at steam table; Beef stew (105F - Cooling) at steam table. Operator was informed to reheat the products to 165F degrees. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed certified food manager washing hand at 3 compartment sink. Coached certified food manager of proper washing method.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Observed no soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided the soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles show water damage.
36-32-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metals pans not stored inverted at preparation area. Employee stored the metals pans correctly **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at cook line with no hair restraints.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on metals pots stored over preparation area.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of potatoes stored on floor at 3 compartment area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at preparation area and reach in freezer gaskets soiled at dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at preparation table. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Observed floor tiles in disrepair at dry storage area.
36-17-5
Basic - Observed in-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board at ware washing area and at preparation area.
21-04-4
Basic - Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed mop sink blocked with chest reach in freezer; as a result not able to wash mop at mop sink.
29-07-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork thawing at room temperature at dry storage area.
06-01-5
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed walls thorough kitchen not smooth and easily cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
36-30-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice, beans containers not identified by common name.
02D-01-5
20
Aug 23, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
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 at reach in cooler at cook line. Operator rearranged items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Located at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezers.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed containers of rice pudding missing required information at front counter area. As per operator items were prepared 4 days prior.
02D-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler fan cover soiled with accumulated dust across from ware washing area. Observed chest reach in freezer gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Preparation table shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Located near ware washing area.
14-33-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler shelves soiled with black substance. Employee began removing debris. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Located at front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulated grease.
36-50-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled with accumulated food debris throughout kitchen and cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from pipe underneath hand sink at ware washing area.
29-11-4
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Palacio De Los Frijoles last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Palacio De Los Frijoles on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Palacio De Los Frijoles?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at El Palacio De Los Frijoles.
How does El Palacio De Los Frijoles compare to other restaurants in Miami?
El Palacio De Los Frijoles most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has El Palacio De Los Frijoles' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Palacio De Los Frijoles have averaged around 14 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at El Palacio De Los Frijoles means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is El Palacio De Los Frijoles inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Palacio De Los Frijoles is inspected around four times per year on average.
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