Los Perros
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
50
Score
Across the available record, Los Perros has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 24, 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 13 violations per visit lately, up from roughly eight violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “ice buildup in chest freezer, located at preparation kitchen” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Los Perros trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef burgers in reach in cooler located at cooking line.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
22-12-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas, throughout the kitchen areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. By the dry storage shelves.
36-36-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed standing reach in freezer gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Hole in damage to wall. By the kitchen entrance.
36-24-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed standing reach in gaskets soiled. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
22-16-4
50
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 13 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over case of lettuce in 2 doors standing reach in cooler, located at preparation kitchen. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Discussed and coached employee in proper methods.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Discussed and coached employee in proper methods
12A-16-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut hot dogs (48F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded chicken (55F - Cold Holding), stored in reach in cooler located at cooking line. As per employee food was prepared 24 hours before the inspection.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut hot dogs (48F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded chicken (55F - Cold Holding), stored in reach in cooler located at cooking line. As per employee food was prepared 24 hours before the inspection.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked shredded beef in 2 doors standing reach in cooler, located at preparation kitchen. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, and dust, throughout the kitchen areas.
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed one door reach in cooler running at 62 F , located near the 3 compartment sink.
14-74-7
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. By the kitchen entrance.
36-03-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed 2 doors standing reach in freezer gaskets torn, located at cooking line.
14-10-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 1 plastic container with cooking oil, and 1 plastic container with kitchen condiments stored on the floor by kitchen entrance. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in chest freezer, located at preparation kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at the bathroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters with heavy soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed 2 doors standing reach in freezer interior soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination at cooking line.
25-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic bottles containing oil and various sauces without proper labeling, located at cooking line. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
21
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
35
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
43
Jun 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. 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 manager certification under RobertoCArce expired on 04/18/24. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-25: Observed manager certification under RobertoCArce expired on 04/18/24. **Admin Complaint**
53A-03-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Behind prep reach in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-25: Hole in or other damage to wall. Behind prep reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the reach in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-25: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the reach in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-25: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
78
Apr 24, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot dogs (60 F - Cold Holding); Sausage (52 F - Cold Holding) according to operator stored on reach in cooler since yesterday
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Hot dogs (60 F - Cold Holding); Sausage (52 F - Cold Holding) according to operator stored on reach in cooler since yesterday
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over mozzarella
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. 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 manager certification under RobertoCArce expired on 04/18/24.
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pitcher inside of the front counter hand washing sink. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed two boxes of hamburger being thawed out at room temperatures.
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen area.
36-27-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open drink on top of the prep plate. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Behind prep reach in cooler.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the reach in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives between equipments.
10-17-4
39
Feb 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a dented can of cheddar cheese sauce in the storage area.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit onsite.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water on kitchen hand washing sink.
27-16-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed kitchen floor tiles broken, and missing.
36-17-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled around the kitchen area
36-73-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed prep reach in cooler no in use.
14-11-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone on top of prep table.
40-06-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled around the kitchen area.
36-27-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between prep table, and prep cooler.
10-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of kitchen reach in freezer.
14-69-4
45
Jun 28, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
16-37-1
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Container with mayonnaise store on the floor, dry storage area
08B-38-4
70
Aug 18, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of medicine stored on shelf by single service items in the prep area, operator removed medication. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over precooked hot dog in the reach in cooler located in the kitchen area.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside the 2 doors cooler located at the back prep area.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a cart blocking the hand sink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed operator thermometer at 28F on ice with water.
05-07-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed containers stored inside the hand sink located in the kitchen area.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located at the front counter area.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink located at the front counter area.
31B-03-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in freezer handle soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with food residue in the kitchen area.
23-24-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair in the back prep area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of prep table.
21-12-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen area, behind steam table. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service plates not inverted or protected in the kitchen area.
25-06-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Los Perros last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Los Perros on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Los Perros?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in chest freezer, located at preparation kitchen” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Los Perros.
How does Los Perros compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Los Perros most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Los Perros' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Los Perros have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Los Perros 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 Perros inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Los Perros is inspected around three times per year on average.
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