El Toro Loco Churrascaria

7201 Nw 36 St, Miami, FL 33166

Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, El Toro Loco Churrascaria has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 25, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.

That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 25, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Pepto Bismol inside of the reach in cooler located.

41-07-4

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 five employees with certified food manager on duty.

53A-05-6

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer bucket with 0 Chlorine ppm. Person in charge did a new sanitizer solution chlorine 100 ppm **Corrective Action Taken**

21-07-4

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket on the floor. **Repeat Violation**

21-38-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed croquettes stored in reach in cooler not covered.

08B-12-5

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef being thawed out at room temperature inside of the three compartment sink.

06-01-5

Oct 9, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled refrigerator gaskets. Operator cleaned gaskets. **Corrected On-Site**

23-03-4

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on MFDV floor. Operator removed bucket from License. **Corrected On-Site**

21-38-4

Mar 21, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw burger patties over fruits inside reach in freezer. Operator stored products according to safety standards. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-02-6

Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean cutting board stored on MFDV floor. Operator removed cutting board from floor. **Corrected On-Site**

24-26-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic container stored on MFDV floor. Operator removed container from floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Oct 22, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**

33-16-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil container unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled container. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

May 23, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.

36-63-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled refrigerator gaskets inside MFDV. Operator cleaned gaskets. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Sep 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-14-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled black refrigerator gaskets. Observed soiled hood filters. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Feb 14, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside reach in cooler. Operator stored them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spry bottle with chlorine not labeled under three compartment sink. Operator labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Jul 11, 2022

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water stored on MFDV floor.

08B-38-4

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

23-03-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar and cinnamon powder container on shelf inside kitchen. Operator labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Toro Loco Churrascaria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Toro Loco Churrascaria on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Toro Loco Churrascaria?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at El Toro Loco Churrascaria.

How does El Toro Loco Churrascaria compare to other restaurants in Miami?

El Toro Loco Churrascaria most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has El Toro Loco Churrascaria's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Toro Loco Churrascaria have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at El Toro Loco Churrascaria 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 Toro Loco Churrascaria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Toro Loco Churrascaria is inspected around two times per year on average.

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