El Point Miami

866 Ne 79 St, Miami, FL 33138
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, El Point Miami has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 28, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “no paper towels”, which has been cited three times.

The city-wide average for Miami sits at 74, putting El Point Miami on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 28, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed glass container with sugar next to coffee station not labeled. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-02-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris, manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
86
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled with food debris. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink soiled with food debris. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink. Employee provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Maribel, Josue, working over 60 days without Food handlers certification. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board soiled and with cut marks. Manager discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with grease under cooking equipment. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of green plantains being stored on the floor next to reach in cooler . Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease behind cooking equipment. **Warning**
36-27-5
47
Apr 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled with food debris at preparation table. Manager cleaned cutting board properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink. Manager provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bottles of water being stored on the floor next to reach in cooler. Managed removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Observed decal expired 10-01-2024. **Repeat Violation**
50-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted next to service window, manager inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
70
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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.
11-27-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer next to frying station.
14-69-4
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. Observed 10-31-24
50-03-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean cooking utensils not inverted inside metal container, manager inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
74
Apr 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed two blenders blocking hand wash sink. Employee moved blenders hand sink unblocked . **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in water at 90 F Employee turn on burner, to heat up utensils water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
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
74
Aug 21, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Point Miami last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Point Miami on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Point Miami?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at El Point Miami.

How does El Point Miami compare to other restaurants in Miami?

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

Has El Point Miami's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Point Miami have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Point Miami 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 Point Miami inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Point Miami is inspected around two times per year on average.