Paraiso Estereo

1306 N Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33136
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Paraiso Estereo has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 5, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around seven violations to closer to four violations per visit over the last few inspections.

Across the inspection history, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded six times.

By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Paraiso Estereo on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
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. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxes of food on walk in cooler floor.
08B-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Clean top surfaces of kitchen pizza oven.
23-03-4
70
Nov 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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.
11-26-1
74
Apr 22, 2025
Routine - Food
5 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-22: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-22: **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-22: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-22: **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-22: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
61
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
35
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: no No proof of any food manager certificate **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
64
Nov 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 10-1-2024 **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-17-3
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Warning**
24-05-4
47
Mar 27, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
64
Jan 22, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. All employees hand washed sin.
31B-04-4
70
Apr 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-13: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Paraiso Estereo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Paraiso Estereo on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Paraiso Estereo?

Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Paraiso Estereo.

How does Paraiso Estereo compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Paraiso Estereo most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Paraiso Estereo's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Paraiso Estereo have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Paraiso Estereo 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 Paraiso Estereo inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Paraiso Estereo is inspected around three times per year on average.