El Rinconcito Colombiano

5653 Johnson St, Hollywood, FL 33021

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, El Rinconcito Colombiano has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 10, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

Looking across the full record, “time/temperature control for safety food” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

El Rinconcito Colombiano's latest score of 82 sits above the Hollywood average of 75. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 10, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Aug 25, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Mar 13, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. rice and beans mix (119F - Hot Holding) being held on top of pans in steam table for approximately 1 hour. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked empanadas stored in direct contact in plastic handle shopping bag in reach in freezer. Operator moved to food grade bag **Corrected On-Site**

14-31-5

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-6

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in standing water of 81F. Operator discarded water, cleaned and sanitized utensils and moved to grill to be held above 135F **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 in storage room across from restrooms

38-07-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled

23-03-4

Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at shelf under prep table in kitchen

14-20-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Cooked plantains in chest freezer stored uncovered. Operator covered **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Oct 24, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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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. Dish machine tested at 0ppm chlorine. Sanitizer hose leaking at control panel. **Warning**

22-41-4

High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Operator cleaned and sanitized **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

22-12-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored above cooked sausage in 3 door stainless reach in cooler. Operator reorganized **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-05-6

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed on shelving in walk in cooler **Warning**

23-03-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Packaged raw chicken thawing in standing water. Operator turned on cold running water **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

06-01-5

May 22, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents in kitchen soiled.

36-34-5

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. 1 tile above Walk in cooler in disrepair.

36-17-5

Mar 11, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. 1) Cases of raw fish stored above container of cooked rice in walk in freezer. 2) Bag of raw chicken stored above container of raw pork in walk in freezer Manager inverted. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-02-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam Table- Cooked chicken (120-124F - Hot Holding). Per Manager food item in unit less than 2 hours. Cook reheated. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Basic - Working containers of sugar removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled sugar container during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

02D-01-5

Nov 21, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Main kitchen hand washing sink- observed sponge inside hand washing sink- operator removed sponge.

31A-09-4

Sep 12, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**

29-42-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Main kitchen prep table at stove- observed employee cup of coffee on prep table.

12B-07-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Rinconcito Colombiano last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Rinconcito Colombiano on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Rinconcito Colombiano?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Rinconcito Colombiano.

How does El Rinconcito Colombiano compare to other restaurants in Hollywood?

El Rinconcito Colombiano most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Hollywood average of 75.

Has El Rinconcito Colombiano's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Rinconcito Colombiano 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 Rinconcito Colombiano inspected?

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

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