El Ramalito
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
74
Score
Going back to 2022, El Ramalito has nine inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 25, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Stored food not covered” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Homestead restaurant scene, where the average is 70, this is a stronger showing. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 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 above raw pork in standing unit at kitchen area. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal keychains and phone on shelves above preparation table at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at kitchen area, employee removed wiping cloth during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
74
Oct 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed arepas stored on nonfood grade bags inside of the front counter area chest freezer.
14-31-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed sleeve of single service cups stored on the front counter area.
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed tostones, fries, yuca stored in the back area reach in freezer not covered inside.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
74
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Oct 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above cooked pork inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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 +200ppm); Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef soup not date marked, as per operator over 24 hours. Also observed home desserts not date marked at front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on unit at kitchen area next to 3 compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
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 homemade dessert not properly label at front counter. Operator moved desserts from reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
02D-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed on spicy sauce container at kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
58
Mar 5, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above unwashed vegetables inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. Employee rearranged properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw ground beef on preparation table, as per employee less than 2 hours, employee moved ground beef to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
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 pork (132F - Hot Holding) as per employee less than 2 hours,
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beans not date marked inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. As per operator from previous day.
02C-02-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw pork container not covered inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed ground beef (51F - Cold Holding) on preparation table, as per employee less than 2 hours, employee moved ground beef to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-06-5
52
Oct 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed soup container not covered. Employee covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-19: Still observed food not covered in reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-19: Still observed wiping cloths not in sanitizer bucket. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
90
Aug 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
50
Jan 12, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Sep 19, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
35
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Ramalito last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Ramalito on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Ramalito?
Across the inspection record, “stored food not covered” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at El Ramalito.
How does El Ramalito compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
El Ramalito most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is higher than the Homestead average of 70.
Has El Ramalito's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Ramalito have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at El Ramalito 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 Ramalito inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Ramalito is inspected around three times per year on average.
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