Madrono Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
43
Score
Madrono Restaurant, located at 10780 W Flagler St in Miami, FL, underwent a high-risk inspection on April 9, 2026, with a score of 43. This inspection identified five critical and two minor violations, including repeat issues with standing water in food preparation areas and improper storage of raw animal foods. The facility has a history of mostly high-risk inspections.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 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 at kitchen ); Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) operator diluted chlorine sanitizer with more water );Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 50ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside reach in freezer, one door vertical freezer. Operator organized animal proteins According to minimum cooking temperatures. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed inside walk in cooler gallo pinto rice (50F - Cold Holding), from the night before according to manager.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chimichurri with garlic and oil (50F - Cold Holding) according to manager placed 35 minutes ago. Operator placed chimichurri container on an ice bath for proper temperature. gallo pinto rice (50F - Cold Holding) According to manager prepared yesterday evening. Operator discarded gallo pinto rice. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed next to hand sink at kitchen.
29-34-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at kitchen and ware washing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils on water at 125F. Operator placed utensils container on top of flat grill to heat up. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
43
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over whole lettuce inside walk-in cooler. Operator properly rearranged products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter bread pudding (59F - Cold Holding) as per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator placed product inside cooler for rapid cooling. Observed at cook line carne asada (60F - Cold Holding) on prep table. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator added ice for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair across cook line.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 1 knive stored between equipment at To go station. Observed 1 knive stored between equipment across cookline. Operator removed the knives and placed on washing area. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-17-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed plastic lids stored on top shelves at kitchen area. Operator inverted the lids. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
61
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 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
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
50
Jul 24, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
39
Mar 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
82
Mar 15, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nonfood-grade bag used to cover rice. Manager removed the bag. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Gallo pinto rice (69F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler as per manager was cooked more than 24 hours. Also cheese soup (101F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per manager it was cooked around 10:30am and then placed inside walk in cooler. Temperature was taken around 2:30 pm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed coleslaw; (54F - Cold Holding) cut lettuce (65F - Cold Holding); sliced tomato (52F - Cold Holding) on table at front counter. As per manager for 2 hours. Manager put ice for rapid cooling. Also observed Gallo pinto rice (69F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler as per manager was cooked more than 24 hours. Also beef tacos (49F - Cold Holding) for less than 4 hours inside walk in cooler. As per manager it was open for about an hour to arrange delivery. Also cheese soup (101F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per manager it was cooked around 10:30am and then placed inside walk in cooler. Temperature was taken around 2:30 pm. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed fresh garlic chimichurri at front counter without time mark. As per manager its was prepared approximately 2 hours ago. Manager properly marked the item **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03F-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) under preparation table. Manager diluted with water, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 50ppm). **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-15-5
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 scoop inside rice plastic container and beans plastic container with handle in contact with product. Manager placed upwards the handle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under white cutting board before steam table. Employee removed the cloth. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed silverware at front counter not properly inverted. **Warning**
24-18-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed swai fish 77F thawing at room temperature inside triple sink. As per manager for approximately 2 hours. Employee started with the preparation of the product. **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Also reach in cooler door gaskets soiled throughout units at kitchen. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside plastic container with marinade at preparation station. Employee removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee cup on prep table before steam table and another employee water on preparation table next to steam table. Employee removed the drinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag on bag of rice at storage area. Manager removed the bag. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife and spatula stored between 2 prep tables. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-17-4
30
Jan 31, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb behind hand wash sink between grill and 3 compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb behind hand wash sink between grill and 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-31: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-31: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 no proof of employee agreement available. Discussed and emailed to operator. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Observed no proof of employee agreement available. Discussed and emailed to operator. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-31: During callback inspection forms were not completed. **Admin Complaint**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 6 employee at the kitchen area with no proof of food handler certification. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Observed 6 employee at the kitchen area with no proof of food handler certification. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-31: During callback inspection proof of the employee training was not provided. **Admin Complaint**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed one missing light shield over storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed one missing light shield over storage area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-31: **Time Extended**
38-07-4
58
Oct 26, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb behind hand wash sink between grill and 3 compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb behind hand wash sink between grill and 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
29-34-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 no proof of employee agreement available. Discussed and emailed to operator. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Observed no proof of employee agreement available. Discussed and emailed to operator. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 6 employee at the kitchen area with no proof of food handler certification. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Observed 6 employee at the kitchen area with no proof of food handler certification. **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Time Extended**
32-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed one missing light shield over storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed one missing light shield over storage area. **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed single service plastic containers reused with juices. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Observed single service plastic containers reused with juices. **Time Extended**
25-32-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
50
Oct 25, 2023
Complaint Full
10 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee took raw chicken onto the grilla d the proceded to touch ready to eat food without hand wash. Discussed with operator about correct procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-12-4
High Priority - Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed 100 Chicken and Pineapple pastries unable to provide invoice. Operator segregated the products.
01A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside reach in cooler at storage area. Operator rearranged the items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed 100 Chicken and Pineapple pastries unable to provide invoice. Operator segregated the products. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-04-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed veggies (53F - Cold Holding); cooked beef tongue (50F - Cold Holding); ham (50F - Cold Holding); raw milanesa (50F - Cold Holding); ricotta cheese (49F - Cold Holding); tamales (49F - Cold Holding); cheese (49F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at prep area. As per operator for more than 4 hrs. Operator discarded the products.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed veggies (53F - Cold Holding); cooked beef tongue (50F - Cold Holding); ham (50F - Cold Holding); raw milanesa (50F - Cold Holding); ricotta cheese (49F - Cold Holding); tamales (49F - Cold Holding); cheese (49F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at prep area. As per operator for more than 4 hrs. Operator discarded the products. Also chimichurri (40F - Cold Holding); raw beef (60F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (53F - Cold Holding); raw pork (55F - Cold Holding); sweet plantains (54F - Cold Holding) next to grill for less than an hour. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
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 boiled yuca (128F - Hot Holding) as per operator for less than an hour. Operator moved the yuca to the stove for reheating. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb behind hand wash sink between grill and 3 compartment sink.
29-34-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
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 added water an final reading Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
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. Observed no proof of cleaning procedures for vomit/diarrhea events.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 6 employee at the kitchen area with no proof of food handler certification.
53B-13-5
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. Observed no proof of employee agreement available. Discussed and emailed to operator.
11-26-1
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed between reach in cooler and standing reach in freezer at storage area.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee without beard restraint at preparation area.
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler at 50F at kitchen entrance.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed chicken base bucket stored on floor at preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar area. Employee removed the handle.
10-08-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed two ice scoops on top of ice machine at kitchen area. Operator replaced the scoops on a clean surface. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use knife and spatula stored in cracks between steam table and preparation table. Operator removed the items. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed one missing light shield over storage area.
38-07-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed single service plastic containers reused with juices.
25-32-4
10
Jun 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
52
Aug 10, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored above crema container in reach in cooler in front of grill. Manager rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw pork (47F - Cold Holding) in preparation table. Manager moved to reach in cooler until the time to start making the tamales. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-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 beef stew and beef soup not date marked inside of walk in cooler. As per manager food was prepared the day before. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not labeled. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone stored above preparation area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container with raw shrimp stored inside reach in cooler. Also shredded beef in walk in cooler. Manager covered food during inspection.
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container and salt container not labeled with common name in front counter. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
52
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