Los 3 Carnales Mexican Grill
Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026
47
Score
Los 3 Carnales Mexican Grill appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 26, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 10 violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Compared to other Homestead restaurants (averaging 70), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 26, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked with trash can in the kitchen. Coach employee.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink used for storing dirty dishes and soiled towels. Coach employee. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter ice bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee black bag stored inside of steam table. Coach employee.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn at reach in cooler across handwashing sink.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed bowl ice buildup at white chest freezer near steam table. Observed at white chest reach in freezer in the dining area.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Employee stored ice scoop properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Repeat Violation**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at vegetables reach in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal coffee cup stored at vegetables reach in cooler. Coach employee.
12B-13-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking at faucet at handwash sink near the three compartment sink.
29-11-4
47
Oct 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed ibuprofen stored above prep table next to microwaves.
41-07-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand sink; men's restroom.
27-16-4
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket and utensils stored in handsink in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handsink; men's restroom.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
22-31-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of tomatoes on floor next to steam table.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy printed.
51-18-6
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean containers; above triple sink. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse and speak stored on rice container.
40-06-5
37
Mar 18, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef and chicken inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per employee over 48 hours.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 spoons stored inside the hand wash sink at the front counter.
31A-11-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed fryer green lid broken inside the reach in cooler.
14-38-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed an old label on the Jamaican beverage container. Employee removed it.
16-46-4
74
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
55
Jul 31, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
90
Jan 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 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. Form was provided.
11-27-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a oil container stored on the floor. Employee removed it.. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at the reach in freezer at the front counter l **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife stored between the wall and the 3 compartment sink. Employee removed it **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the men's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed expired 10/23.
50-09-4
64
Jul 10, 2023
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer at the front counter.
14-69-4
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 a small plastic cup touching the sugar. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the men bathroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic container with sugar not labeled. Operator placed a label. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
74
Feb 1, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed a raw shrimp stored over French fried at white chest reach in freezer. Operator relocated the products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed a gallon of milk expired on 01-31-2023. Operator discarded the milk. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-24-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Consumer advisory was provided and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed two knives between the wall and the three compartment sink. Operator moved the knives to the three compartment sink to be cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
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 utensil handle touching the rice. Operator moved the handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
58
Jul 1, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. At three compartment sink.
29-37-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beef (101 F - Hot Holding); fish broth (99 F - Hot Holding) at stove. As per manager for less than one hour. Manager turned on the stove to reheating the products to 165°F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed towels paper and gloves in the hand wash sink located at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl with no handle inside of beans. Operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pan and pot stored no inverted under preparation table under grill.
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bag with onion stored on floor next to chest reach in freezer. Operator moved the bag. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves under grill soiled and rusted.
23-03-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Los 3 Carnales Mexican Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Los 3 Carnales Mexican Grill on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Los 3 Carnales Mexican Grill?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Los 3 Carnales Mexican Grill.
How does Los 3 Carnales Mexican Grill compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
Los 3 Carnales Mexican Grill most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.
Has Los 3 Carnales Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Los 3 Carnales Mexican Grill have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Los 3 Carnales Mexican Grill 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 Los 3 Carnales Mexican Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Los 3 Carnales Mexican Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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