Lucho's Restaurant
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
39
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Lucho's Restaurant, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 27, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around 10 violations lately and about 17 violations before that.
“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
Lucho's Restaurant's latest score of 39 falls below the Miami average of 74. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
9
Inspections
4
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs and then handle clean utensils and equipment without washing hands. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork stored over unwashed sweet potatoes inside walk in cooler. Operator relocated products. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored over tomatoes inside reach in cooler across cook line. Operator relocated products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed roasted chicken (125F - Hot Holding) at steam table, as per operator for one hour.
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 chicken, red beans, and black beans inside walk in cooler not date marked. As per operator products were made previous day. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple ceiling tiles with water damage in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken standing reach in cooler in kitchen, not in use.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled in kitchen.
23-03-4
39
Sep 25, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw bacon stored over unwashed tomatoes inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator relocated products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked pork inside reach in cooler in back area. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs and grab clean plate without changing gloves and washing hands.
12A-27-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken soup and red beans inside walk in cooler not date marked, as per operator both products were made 1-2 days prior. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dishes stored inside hand sink in kitchen. Operator removed dishes. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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. Observed employee Yamie hired less than two weeks ago. Provided operator with form via email. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At ice machine in back area.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handles of reach in cooler in back area soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of fries stored on floor inside walk in freezer and box of raw chicken stored on floor inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
37
Feb 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
33
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
30
Feb 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food .Observed raw chicken stored over cooked shredded beef, stored inside reach in cooler, located at dry storage. Employee removed items, and place them correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over peel potatoes, stored in reach in cooler, located at dry storage. Employee removed items, and placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade rust.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located near three compartment sink. Operator provided a new paper towel roll. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled, throughout kitchen . **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observe drain cover missing, located at cooking line. **Repeat Violation**
29-18-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout kitchen.
36-37-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored over the microwave, located near dry storage. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn, and door handle broken. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles located near three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled, located near dry storage.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at men's bathroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located at dry storage. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wiping wet clothes stored on top of preparation table, located at cooking line. Employee removed them and place them sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers containing food coloring, vinegar, not labeled, at under the preparation sink located in the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
32
Nov 17, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 7 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 27 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw eggs then continued to engage in food preparation and failed to wash hands after. Discussed and coached with the employee the proper procedures of hand washing. Employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. During the inspection observed DBPR license expired. Operator paid license and displayed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork over cooked pork inside reach in cooler located in the food storage area, employee properly organized food as specified in the Food Code. **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork stored over peeled potatoes inside the reach in cooler, located in the food storage area, employee removed items and placed them correctly. **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed yuca (78F - Cold Holding), at preparation table located in the kitchen. As per operator for less than 1 hour, employee placed item inside reach in cooler, observed pooled eggs (78F - Cold Holding), stored on the preparation table located in kitchen. As per operator for less than half hour, operator removed it and placed it in ice to rapidly cool. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Observed Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food, located at preparation table. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-14-4
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. Discussed with operator and provided email agreement. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slice machine blade soiled, located on the preparation table next to the three compartment sink, observed interior of microwave soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. During the inspection observed plastic container stored inside hand sink located in kitchen. Employee removed container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
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. Employees Lilithbeth, Dailubis, Anaish. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Discussed with operator and provided email form. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed bottom of the prep table rusted, observed can opener blade rusted. **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed head phone, car keys, stored on the sliced machine. Employee removed items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door handle in disrepair, located at sandwich station. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles located near three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup on the bottom of the reach in cooler located at front counter. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at men's bathroom. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located at back kitchen, observed ceiling fan dusty, located near the reach in cooler in the kitchen. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wiping cloth stored on top of preparation table located at cook line. Employee removed them and placed them inside sanitizer bucket. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers containing food coloring, vinegar, not labeled, at under the proration sink located in the cook line. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed bottom of the reach freezer soiled, located in back kitchen. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pot stored on the floor near thee compartment sink. Employee removed it and placed it the proper way. **Warning**
24-26-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing, located at cook line. **Warning**
29-18-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water cup stored on top of preparation table in the kitchen. **Warning**
12B-07-4
11
Oct 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Operator unable to provide proof of employee training during this inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-24: Operator unable to provide proof of employee training during this inspection. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice bin soiled **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-24: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice bin soiled **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on two door reach-in cooler in back room area torn. Also, handle on reach in freezer in back room area in disrepair - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-24: Gasket on two door reach-in cooler in back room area torn. Also, handle on reach in freezer in back room area in disrepair **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple floor tiles in kitchen area chipped/ cracked/ in disrepair - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-24: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple floor tiles in kitchen area chipped/ cracked/ in disrepair **Time Extended**
36-17-5
78
Jun 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Not commercially packaged Raw salmon stored over not commercially packaged ready to eat beef in reach in freezer across from reach-in cooler in back area. Operator removed ready to eat beef to properly store **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. milk (38F - Cold Holding) in glass door reach-in cooler on front service line. Operator stated employee had it out to make several coffees. Also, ambient temperature of shelled eggs (77F - Cold Holding) on prep table. Employee stated they left them out to prepare some meals.employee placed eggs in nearby reach-in cooler to chill Discussed and provided paper work for TPHC to operator during this inspection for milk and eggs that have high usage per operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink at front counter window area used to store a blender canister. Also, hand wash sink in prep area used to store a tray. Operator removed both items from hand wash sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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. Operator unable to provide proof of employee training during this inspection. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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/ Establishment has one CFM and the certificate expired 3-14-23 and no other CFM employed. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler soiled/ stained. Also, portable cutting board at prep table soiled/ stained. Also, slicer blade and surrounding area soiled
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice bin soiled **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on two door reach-in cooler in back room area torn. Also, handle on reach in freezer in back room area in disrepair
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple floor tiles in kitchen area chipped/ cracked/ in disrepair
36-17-5
43
Aug 30, 2022
Routine - Food
9 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked shredded pork (45F - Cooling) as per operator cooked the day before and left in reach in cooler overnight. Observed sliced ham (49F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (49F - Cold Holding); sausage (49F - Cold Holding); cheese (49F - Cold Holding); pooled eggs (49F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (49F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); as per operator stored in reach in cooler over four hours. Ambient reach in cooler temperature 54F. **Repeat Violation**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced ham (49F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (49F - Cold Holding); sausage (49F - Cold Holding); cheese (49F - Cold Holding); pooled eggs (49F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (49F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); as per operator stored in reach in cooler over four hours. Ambient reach in cooler temperature 54F. **Repeat Violation**
03A-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 shredded pork (45F - Cooling) as per operator cooked the day before and left in reach in cooler overnight. **Repeat Violation**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed scallions stored directly over raw beef located inside the standing reach in cooler in the kitchen area. Inspector coached operator on proper separation. Operator speared the food properly.
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over vegetables inside the standing reach in cooler located in the kitchen area. Inspector coached operator on proper separation. Operator separated the food properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from ambient temperature to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within four hours. See stop sale. Observed raw shell eggs (54F - ambient cooling) as per operator stored in reach in cooler over four hours. Ambient reach in cooler temperature 54F.
01B-38-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food reheating for hot holding not heated to a minimum temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in all parts. Observed hot box located in the front counter storing beef empanadas (127F - Hot Holding); potato ball (127F - Hot Holding) as per operator placed inside less than an hour. Coached operator to set ambient temperature of the hot box higher. **Corrective Action Taken**
03E-03-5
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer at 3 compartment sink chlorine 200+ ppm. Coached operator on proper ppm chlorine levels. Operator made new solution chlorine 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs (54F - ambient cooling) as per operator stored in reach in cooler over four hours. Ambient reach in cooler temperature 54F.
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator wash hands in 3 compartment sink located in the kitchen.coached operator on proper hand washing practices. Operator washed hands in hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine located in the back storage area and in the front counter area with milk like substance inside. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling throughout the kitchen area.
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 flip top reach in cooler ambient temperature 54F. **Repeat Violation**
14-74-7
Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Observed employee dinking in the kitchen while prepping food on prep table. Inspector coached employee on not drinking while prepping food. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of oranges, plantains, and malanga stored on floor in walk-in cooler and yuca and shoe string potatoes stored on the walk-in freezer floor located inside of storage area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lucho's Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lucho's Restaurant on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lucho's Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Lucho's Restaurant.
How does Lucho's Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Lucho's Restaurant most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Lucho's Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Lucho's Restaurant have averaged around 10 violations per visit, down from roughly 17 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Lucho's Restaurant 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 Lucho's Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lucho's Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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