El Palacio De Los Jugos

11000 Sw 184 St, Cutler Bay, FL 33157

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at El Palacio De Los Jugos, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 23, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

El Palacio De Los Jugos' latest score of 82 sits above the Cutler Bay average of 70. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 23, 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 chicken not date marked. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-23: Observed pork and tamales not date marked in reach-in cooler. **Admin Complaint**

02C-02-5

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-23: Observed No Food Handlers Certificates. **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Jan 20, 2026

Routine - Food

5 major violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by empty container. The empty container was removed from handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

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

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-01-5

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 chicken not date marked. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

02C-02-5

Aug 28, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed prepared food in large reach in cooler prepared over 24 hours according to the operator. **Repeat Violation**

02C-01-5

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. Emailed documents in Spanish. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

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. Emailed documents in Spanish and explained they need to sign them and keep them on the MFDV. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Observed operator does not have window decal. Explained to call Tallahassee to get decal mailed.

50-03-4

Jun 13, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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 according to operator prepared two days ago, no date labeled.

02C-02-5

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw frozen pork thawing at ambient temperature. Operator stored frozen pork inside reach in cooler for proper thawing. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Jun 7, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

3 major violations.

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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.

31B-03-4

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Palacio De Los Jugos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Palacio De Los Jugos on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does El Palacio De Los Jugos compare to other restaurants in Cutler Bay?

El Palacio De Los Jugos most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Cutler Bay average of 70.

Has El Palacio De Los Jugos' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at El Palacio De Los Jugos have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Palacio De Los Jugos 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 Palacio De Los Jugos inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Palacio De Los Jugos is inspected around three times per year on average.

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