Fritanga El Volkan
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
82
Score
Inspectors have visited Fritanga El Volkan eight times, with records going back to 2022. Fritanga El Volkan was last inspected on Jan 9, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly nine violations earlier in the record.
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Among Miami restaurants, the typical score is 74; Fritanga El Volkan is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat sauces at walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer unit.
14-69-4
82
Aug 22, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall by ice machine area.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed several items blocking the use of mop sink.
42-02-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed cleaned sanitized cooking/serving utensils stored food contact first.
24-18-4
82
Feb 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
64
Oct 21, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw pork stored inside non food grade supermarket bags inside walk-in cooler.
14-31-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pork (as per chef since yesterday) (51F - Cooling) at walk in cooler.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked pork (as per chef since yesterday) (51F - Cold-Holding) at walk in cooler and not reaching 41°F within 6 hours.
03D-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed raw pork ( as per manager since Sunday) not date marked. Manager placed new label on container with date.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout the establishment.
36-34-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on walk in freezer evaporator. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
52
Apr 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed a container of raw chicken stored over unwashed carrots and individual containers of cabbage coleslaw stored inside walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut cabbage coleslaw (68F - Cold Holding) located behind front counter cash register, less than 4 hours. Chef placed food items on ice for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
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 tamales (111F - Hot Holding), red beans w/ rice (132F-136F - Hot Holding) located at stove top at kitchen cookline, less than 4 hours. Chef reheated red beans w/ rice (210F -Reheated) and tamales (166F - Reheated). Observed sweet plantains (118F - Hot Holding) at fryer station, less than 4 hours. Chef reheated sweet plantains (192F - Reheated) Observed grilled chicken (119F - Hot Holding); tamales (100F - Hot Holding) located at front counter steam table unit, less than 4 hours. Advised to remove and reheat to 165F and above. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed tres leches, flan, custard pudding and rice pudding stored at front counter cooler unit, items received (commercially) not date marked. **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed white plastic forks stored in holder not kept inverted, located behind cash register.
25-02-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed soiled and rust pitted shelves inside walk in cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on cutting board at kitchen counter, not stored in sanitizer bucket.
21-12-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelf under prep counter used to store plastic containers of cooking oil and vinegar, across from cookline.
14-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable located on prep counter, across from cookline.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic food storage containers of tamales stored on floor inside walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board located on kitchen counter.
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets at cooler drawers located under cookline. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Storage/ mop area not maintained clean and organized. Observed mop sink blocked by several boxes of water, sodas and plantains, not accessible.
33-34-4
35
Oct 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw eggshell eggs over salad mix inside walk in cooler. Operator moved eggs immediately and correctly stored. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
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 to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed tres leches at front counter (commercially processed) not date marked. **Warning**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near three compartment sink. Operator restocked. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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 to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observe two carbon monoxide tanks not properly secured near back exit. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed scoop immediately. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
50
Mar 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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.
53B-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at walk in freezer frozen vegetables on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. As prep table at kitchen.
14-06-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Cook drinking with open container at cook line.
12B-02-4
78
Jul 1, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided handout via email **Corrective Action Taken**
11-07-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed tanks by back door not secured. Employee secured tanks with chain
51-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer gaskets in disrepair
14-11-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fritanga El Volkan last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fritanga El Volkan on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fritanga El Volkan?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Fritanga El Volkan.
How does Fritanga El Volkan compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Fritanga El Volkan most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Fritanga El Volkan's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Fritanga El Volkan have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Fritanga El Volkan 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 Fritanga El Volkan inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fritanga El Volkan is inspected around two times per year on average.
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