El Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant Kendall
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
58
Score
Across the available record, El Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant Kendall has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Feb 18, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near seven violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so El Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant Kendall trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee come from outside with cleaning products, rinse gloves with water and wipe on towel, then proceed to handle clean equipment. Employee was coached on proper gloves usage and hand washing procedures. Employee proceeded to wash hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee started to wash hands in faucet of ware wash area. Employee was coached and washed hands in hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Mayra A. Camacaro working as certified food manager with expired manager certification. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl in container of dry black beans. Operator removed bowl. Observed no handle bowl in container of cut parsley, onion, and tomato. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed drink on shelf above preparation area to the right of dish machine. Operator removed bottles from shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal keys stored on top of microwave at preparation area across from walk in cooler. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled towel on top of cutting board of preparation area across from cook line. **Warning**
21-10-4
58
Sep 25, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishmachine (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator replaced sanitizer and primed machine for final concentration 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining containers of diced tomatoes, onions, and cilantro.
14-86-1
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salsa (50F - Cold Holding) at wait station, as per operator for 2 hours. Operator added more ice and water to ice bath. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed water stains on ceiling tiles above ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside standing reach in freezer in dessert station. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
55
Apr 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked chicken in walk in cooler
08A-05-6
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer bucket 100+ ppm chlorine. Operator replaced bucket for final concentration 100ppm chlorine. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-27-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In kitchen area
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed water stains on ceiling tiles above ice machine
36-34-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee food on prep table in back kitchen area.
12B-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside white chest reach in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between steam table and reach in cooler at cook line
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door in kitchen
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler at cook line
23-03-4
52
Oct 8, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handled soiled equipment and then started to touching clean cutting boards without washing hands. Operator was instructed that he need to discarded soiled gloves, wash hands and put on new gloves. Operator discarded the gloves and put on new gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored next to (behind) raw shrimp at walk in cooler. Operator relocated the raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Monterrey cheese (47 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per operator for less than 30 minutes. Operator added ice for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +100 ppm). Operator added water to get 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 25 ppm).
22-41-4
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 raw fish bearing the label inside of reduced oxygen packages at walk in cooler. Operator opened the individual packages. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 100 seats and the license is for 62 seats.
51-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in water at 40°F. Operator discarded the water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights in food preparation missing the shield.
38-07-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed ice cream not covered at chest reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
37
May 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen,ware washing prep areas. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-22: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
95
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Sep 29, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen prep area,ware washing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-29: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
90
Jul 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine strength at greater than 200 ppm. Operator diluted to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
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. Observed for Victoria H, Yurima A, Lisleisa V, Jose H, Sergio M as per operator all working at the establishment for more than 2 months. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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 at the time of the inspection 6 employees working at the establishment. **Warning**
53A-05-6
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 for mahi mahi located in the walk-in cooler, 38F. Operator removed from vacuum **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest freezer by the back door. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between reach in cooler and steam table,kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed above prep counter , storage area by back door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed for the fan covers, walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-50-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen prep area,ware washing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
47
Feb 24, 2023
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed for the bulk bean bin. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile out of place, above cookline. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - In-use tongs ,and paddle stored on oven door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed for the cooked chicken located in the prep reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed in the storage area by the ice machine.
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulation grease and food debris,drawer unit opposite cookline.
23-03-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen ,prep area,ware washing area.
36-02-5
70
Jul 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine strength at 0ppm at the time of the inspection,operator set up 3 compartment sink and called service technician. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-49-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed in the kitchen.
31B-06-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to dispense pico de gallo,located in the walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above reach in freezer,kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed above prep area.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bags stored on top of the bulk bin containing beans. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use toaster paddle stored on oven door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed exterior of fryer, flat top soiled with accumulation of grease and food debris. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant Kendall last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant Kendall on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant Kendall?
Across the inspection record, “in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at El Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant Kendall.
How does El Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant Kendall compare to other restaurants in Miami?
El Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant Kendall most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has El Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant Kendall's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant Kendall have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at El Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant Kendall 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 Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant Kendall inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant Kendall is inspected around three times per year on average.
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