Elote Lovers Co
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
58
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Elote Lovers Co stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 23, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “ready-to-eat” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Compared to other Homestead restaurants (averaging 70), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (123F - Hot Holding); cooked ground beef (122F - Hot Holding) on steam table at front counter, as per operator less than 4 hours. Operator proceeded to reheat food. **Corrective Action Taken**
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 steak not dated inside standing unit by back door, as per operator over 24 hours. Operator dated during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
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. Observed expired training for Violeta G.
53B-14-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed on cut mango container at front counter. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 127° F next to steam table.
10-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 10ppm); at preparation area, operator replaced with a new solution. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 50ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
58
Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed homemade mac and cheese dated on 09/03 in standing unit across 3 complete sink. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed homemade mac and cheese dated on 09/03 in standing unit across 3 complete sink. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
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); operator discarded and replaced with a new solution. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residues in hand wash sink next to steam table.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork not date marked, as per operator over 24 hours in standing unit across 3 compartment sink.
02C-02-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil containers stored on floor by back door. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
47
Mar 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-19: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
95
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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 Ashley C. Larzabal , certificate expired on 01/09/2025.
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked mac and cheese not date marked on reach in cooler across 3 compartment sink, as per employee from 2 days ago. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on floor by 3 compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at front counter by juice station.
21-04-4
70
Sep 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal water bottles on reach in cooler across stove. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not identified on shelves by back door.
02D-01-5
74
Mar 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at unisex bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
95
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw steak stored on nonfood-grade bags in reach in cooler at kitchen area.
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beef (54F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler, as per employee over 24 hours. Employee discarded during inspection.
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 ground beef (112F - Hot Holding) at steam table, as per employee less than 1 hour. Employee reheated food. ground beef (167F - Reheating) **Corrected On-Site**
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 steak not dated, as per employee over 24 hours.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired training for: Juliett,Liannyt and Brittany.
53B-05-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at unisex bathroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw steak(frozen) inside compartment sink, employee moved food to reach in cooler during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
47
Jul 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided form during ins.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided form during inspection.
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil containers stored on floor next to 3 compartment sink.
08B-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice container not identified at the back of the kitchen.
02D-01-5
74
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Elote Lovers Co last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Elote Lovers Co on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Elote Lovers Co?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Elote Lovers Co.
How does Elote Lovers Co compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
Elote Lovers Co most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.
Has Elote Lovers Co's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Elote Lovers Co have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Elote Lovers Co 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 Elote Lovers Co inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Elote Lovers Co is inspected around three times per year on average.
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