El Rinconcito Mexican Food

2804 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, El Rinconcito Mexican Food has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 12, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around six violations to closer to 13 violations.

Looking across the full record, “bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Key West average 74, so El Rinconcito Mexican Food trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 12, 2025

Routine - Food

5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 13 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jul 22, 2025

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

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Dec 11, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs at temperature of 69 F (As per owner, for less than 4 hrs). Owner placed them inside the cooler . **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-03-5

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. Missing training for Guidman Elias, Nelson Paz, Justin Moreno , Eduard Aristegui hired for more than 60 days without training.

53B-02-5

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**

32-04-4

Basic - Data plate/operating specifications provided on dishmachine do not match type of sanitizer method in use. Observed chlorine test kit when using quay sanitizer at the 3CS.

16-24-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven handle. Employee moved it. **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Apr 24, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

32-04-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing in dry storage room

36-36-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Rinconcito Mexican Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Rinconcito Mexican Food on file is from Nov 12, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Rinconcito Mexican Food?

Across the inspection record, “bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Rinconcito Mexican Food.

How does El Rinconcito Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in Key West?

El Rinconcito Mexican Food most recently scored 21 out of 100, which is lower than the Key West average of 74.

Has El Rinconcito Mexican Food's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at El Rinconcito Mexican Food have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at El Rinconcito Mexican Food means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is El Rinconcito Mexican Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Rinconcito Mexican Food is inspected around three times per year on average.

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