Nueva San Salvador Restaurant 5
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
58
Score
Going back to 2022, Nueva San Salvador Restaurant 5 has 12 inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Feb 2, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 11 violations each, up from closer to eight violations before.
“Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing eight times across the record.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Nueva San Salvador Restaurant 5 trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over corn dough inside walk in cooler. Operator properly rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed windex inside spray bottle without name behind front counter. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed around old water heater. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled over kitchen entrance.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under fryers at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed under fryers and small flat grill at cook line.
36-17-5
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed over prep table by the walk on cooler door. Operator removed the sticky tape. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fruit pulp stored on floor at wait station. Operator placed at six inches from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
58
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Operator unable to verify source of shellstock. See stop sale. No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed bag of clams without tag inside walk in cooler.
01A-09-4
Intermediate - Clam tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed bag of clams without tag inside walk in cooler.
01C-01-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at prep area, operator provided the paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked shrimp ceviche not date mark at front counter. As per operator for more than 24 hrs. Operator started to mark products. **Corrective Action Taken**
02C-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door and door handles soiled across cook line. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled at kitchen entrance.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing around old water heater.
36-36-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone next to single service trays on shelves across cook line. Operator removed the phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed on floor at cook line.
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed seasoning stored on walk in cooler floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled over grill area.
23-03-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed cooking utensils stored with food-contact surface up on preparation table. Operator started to invert utensils. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-18-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind pots storage next to cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
35
Mar 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training expired for Ana, Claudia, Maryori on 2/25.
53B-14-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottled water on prep table across cook line. Operator discarded bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed seasoning stored n walk in cooler floor. Also observed raw chicken stored on walk in freezer floor.
08B-38-4
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 scoop inside sugar container with handle in contact with product at wait station. **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed cold drawers interior soiled at cook line.
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork 50F thawing at room temperature at kitchen. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator started food preparation. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed floor at cook line.
36-02-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind prep area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
61
Aug 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 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 chicken over raw beef inside walk in cooler. Manager properly rearranged products by cooking tempetures. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside walk in cooler.
36-22-4
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 scoop inside sugar container with handle in contact with product. Manager placed handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper on shelves over prep area at wait station.
35B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 25ppm) at wait station. Manager added chlorine, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
61
May 15, 2024
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at cook line. Also observed hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-15: Observed cleaned reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at cook line. Also observed hood filters soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
95
May 14, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 plus live, small flying insects standing on single service boxes in wait station. Also observed 7 plus live, small flying insects standing on peeled onions and flying over preparation area. Employee discarded the onions. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 7 plus live, small flying insects standing on peeled onions and flying over preparation area. Employee discarded the onions. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pork cheese mix (47F - Cold Holding); coleslaw salad (47F - Cold Holding); beans mix (48F - Cold Holding); 3 meat mix (47F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (47F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee for more than 4 hours. Also observed chicharron mix (50F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per employee since the day before. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork cheese mix (47F - Cold Holding); coleslaw salad (47F - Cold Holding); beans mix (48F - Cold Holding); 3 meat mix (47F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (47F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee for more than 4 hours. Also observed chicharron mix (50F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per employee since the day before. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed yellow cutting board with black mold like substance at triple sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside hand sink at kitchen. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside white rice and inside rice with beans at team table. Manager removed the bowls. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handles soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent dusty at wait station. **Warning**
36-34-5
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 flour container with handle in contact with product. Employee placed the handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled at kitchen. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at cook line. Also observed hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer bottom interior soiled. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed standing water inside hand sink at preparation area. **Warning**
29-20-5
30
Mar 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed yellow cutting board soiled with black mold like substance at preparation table across cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed yellow cutting board soiled with black mold like substance at preparation table across cook line. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled next to triple sink at kitchen entrance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled next to triple sink at kitchen entrance. **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : 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 reach in cooler unit at 59F across cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed unit is still in disrepair. As per manager maintenance has been called and is set to come during the day. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn located next to kitchen exit door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn located next to kitchen exit door. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole on floor at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole on floor at cook line. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelve under preparation table next to hand wash sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelve under preparation table next to hand wash sink. **Time Extended**
14-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease behind equipment storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease behind equipment storage area. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table next to hand was sink. Also observed 2 more on preparation table next to cook line. Employee removed the wiping cloths. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed wiping cloth on cutting board at steam table. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
61
Mar 7, 2024
Routine - Food
8 critical violations. 3 major violations. 20 minor violations.
View 31 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed towel used to cover tortillas inside cooler at kitchen. **Warning**
14-86-1
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over fruit pulp inside walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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 over raw beef out of package inside walk in freezer. **Warning**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed ropa vieja with label from 2/26/24 inside walk in cooler. Products exceeds 7 days after preparation. **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed ropa vieja with label from 2/26/24 inside walk in cooler. Products exceeds 7 days after preparation. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked mushrooms (53F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (54F - Cold Holding). As per employee products were never taken out since the night before. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked mushrooms (53F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (54F - Cold Holding). As per employee products were never taken out since the night before. Also observed chicharron mix (53F - Cold Holding); bean mix (53F - Cold Holding) ; cheese mix (54F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (53F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across cook line. As per employee products were prepared for approximately an hour ago. Employee added ice for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaner next to clean equipment on shelve under preparation table. Manager removed cleaner. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed yellow cutting board soiled with black mold like substance at preparation table across cook line. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by white bucket next to kitchen entrance. Employee removed the bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ropa vieja inside walk in cooler without date mark. As per employee was made 4 days ago. Also observed cooked shrimp ceviche inside reach in cooler at kitchen entrance. As per employee was made 4 days ago. Employee properly labeled products. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
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 reach in cooler unit at 59F across cook line. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled next to triple sink at kitchen entrance. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots stored on floor under preparation table next to cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-07-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside citric acid container. Employee removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle on preparation table next to hand wash sink. Employee removed the water. **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 back pack stored on shelves used fir storing single service and cans. Employee removed the item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn located next to kitchen exit door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under hand wash sink next to preparation table. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole on floor at cook line. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 3 buckets of sour cream stored on floor inside walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-38-4
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 tongs inside chips container on preparation table at kitchen entrance. Employee removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer door gaskets soiled next to triple compartment sink at kitchen entrance. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelve under preparation table next to hand wash sink. **Warning**
14-20-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed aluminum containers stored on shelve across cook line. Employee inverted the container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw pork chops and raw shrimp not covered inside walk in cooler. Employee covered products. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork belly (Frozen) thawing at room temperature next to kitchen exit door. Also raw beef 41F, as per employee for an hour. Employee placed the products inside walk in cooler for proper thawing. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease behind equipment storage area. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking under hand wash sink next to preparation table. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table next to hand was sink. Also observed 2 more on preparation table next to cook line. Employee removed the wiping cloths. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-12-4
8
Oct 26, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 18 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw fish over fruit pulp inside walk in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Observed Raw fish over fruit pulp inside walk in freezer. Operator was informed that they need to relocate the products. **Time Extended**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Time Extended**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. **Time Extended**
01C-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener and cutting boards soiled. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener and cutting boards soiled. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside grits container. Operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Observed container without handle inside rice with beans at steam table **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed inside walk in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Observed inside walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at preparation area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at preparation area. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed under prep table next to 3 compartment sink next to walk in cooler door. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Observed over prep table next to 3 compartment sink next to walk in cooler door. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Dumpster overflowing garbage. **Time Extended**
33-14-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed next to the drain under between grill and steam table at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed next to the drain under between grill and steam table at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. **Time Extended**
36-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on wall behind hand wash sink at prep area. Also in men bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on wall behind hand wash sink at prep area. Also in men bathroom. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in chest white reach-in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Ice buildup in chest white reach-in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand wash sink at prep area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand wash sink at prep area. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: No hot running water at mop sink. **Time Extended**
27-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing line from a removed fixture not capped off. Observed at men bathroom. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Plumbing line from a removed fixture not capped off. Observed at men bathroom. **Time Extended**
29-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed concrete floor unsealed and broken between grill and steam table at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed concrete floor unsealed and broken between grill and steam table at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed gas line exposed on floor at cook line. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed gas line exposed on floor at cook line. **Time Extended**
36-04-5
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
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wet wiping cloth on prep table at cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wet wiping cloth on prep table at cook line. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
26
Oct 25, 2023
Complaint Full
8 critical violations. 6 major violations. 29 minor violations.
View 43 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed tomato sauce (63F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler as per operator from the previous night (more than 12 hrs).
03D-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw fish over fruit pulp inside walk in freezer.
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over refried beans. Also raw pork stored over tortillas inside walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee cutting raw chicken then went into the walk in cooler to move ready to eat foods. Operator was advised on correct procedures. **Repeat Violation**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked veggies (49F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (48F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per operator from overnight. And, tomato sauce (63F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler as per operator from the previous night (more than 12 hrs). Operator segregated products to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked veggies (49F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (48F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per operator from overnight. Operator segregated products to be discarded. **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 sweet plantains (127F - Hot Holding); refried beans (120F - Hot Holding) on steam table. As per operator for less than an hour. Also french fries (86F - Hot Holding) at fryer as per operator half an hour.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 400ppm).
41-18-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. **Repeat Violation**
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener and cutting boards soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed certified food manager has no knowledge on the proper cooling process.
53A-14-4
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 no proof of food handler certification por cook.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed shredded chicken and mushroom sauce nit date marked inside reach in cooler across pots storage shelve. Also refried beans not date mark inside walk in cooler. As per operator from 3 days ago. Also shrimp ceviche at reach in cooler front counter. As per operator from 3 days ago. Discussed with operator about date marking. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside grits container. Operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled reach in cooler door handles across storage shelves. Also walk in freezer and walk in cooler door handles soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed inside walk in freezer.
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed 2 clean pots improperly stored under the cabinet at front counter.
24-07-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed under prep table next to 3 compartment sink next to walk in cooler door.
14-09-4
Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage.
33-14-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at kitchen area.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed next to the drain under between grill and steam table at kitchen area.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. **Repeat Violation**
36-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw beef stored on walk in freezer floor. Also sour cream stored on walk in cooler floor. Operator rearranged the products. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on wall behind hand wash sink at prep area. Also in men bathroom.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in chest white reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two tongs stored on grill oven door handle at kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
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 scoop with handle in contact with sugar at wait prep station. Operator removed the handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand wash sink at prep area.
31B-04-4
Basic - No hot running water at mop sink.
27-10-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at cook line. Also walk in freezer door soiled with food debris and storage shelve soiled over 3 compartment sink next to walk in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing line from a removed fixture not capped off. Observed at men bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
29-05-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Observed across pots storage shelves at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed stored shredded chicken, mushroom sauce not covered inside reach in cooler across pots storage shelves. Also plantain empanadas not covered inside walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed concrete floor unsealed and broken between grill and steam table at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed gas line exposed on floor at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-04-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wet wiping cloth on prep table at cook line.
21-12-4
4
Feb 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 major violations. 22 minor violations.
View 31 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal). Provided form during inspection.
11-01-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
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. Provided form during inspection inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade, in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed trash can blocking hand wash sink in kitchen area.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue and ice cubes inside front hand wash sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork,cooked steak,and beef soup not date marked, as per employee food was prepared on Sunday. Employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at the front counter.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in oat container. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in all units in kitchen area. Also walk-in cooler/ freezer handles. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing.
16-16-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
16-13-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw fish container stored on floor inside walk-in cooler. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in kitchen area.
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Plumbing line from a removed fixture not capped off. Observed in kitchen area.
29-05-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Employee discarded and replaced with a clean solution.
21-11-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed in kitchen area.
29-19-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork and cooked steak not covered inside reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed exposed pipe between flat grill and steamer, in kitchen area.
36-04-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in kitchen area.
21-09-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm); manager diluted solution at the time of the inspection.Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oat container not labeled with common name. In waitress station.
02D-01-5
13
Aug 9, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed at 0ppm. Manager add chlorine solution at 50ppm during inspection.
22-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored above sliced ham in shelves inside walk in cooler. Also raw pork stored above tortillas inside reach in cooler in 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 and raw steak stored above raw fish,raw shrimp and cooked pork in reach in cooler next to fryer in kitchen area.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on front hand wash sink. Employee restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork, cooked pupusas mix, marinated steak, marinated pork inside walk in cooler. As per employee held more than 24 hours. Employee labeled with date marked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting board in steamer station. Also can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed mop bucket blocking front hand wash sink. Employee removed during inspection.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty spoon inside front hand wash sink. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
16-07-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles on walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in waitress station.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drinks stored in prep table and above food in steamer station. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
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 personal bags stored in preparation table next to back door.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing.
16-16-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container with raw steak stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed marinated meats in shelves inside walk in cooler not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen in front of flat grill.
36-02-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on preparation table.
21-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container next to coffee machine not labeled with common name.
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nueva San Salvador Restaurant 5 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nueva San Salvador Restaurant 5 on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nueva San Salvador Restaurant 5?
Across the inspection record, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Nueva San Salvador Restaurant 5.
How does Nueva San Salvador Restaurant 5 compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Nueva San Salvador Restaurant 5 most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Nueva San Salvador Restaurant 5's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Nueva San Salvador Restaurant 5 have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Nueva San Salvador Restaurant 5 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Nueva San Salvador Restaurant 5 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Nueva San Salvador Restaurant 5 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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