Paraiso Tropical Restaurante & Pizzeria No 2
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
61
Score
Paraiso Tropical Restaurante & Pizzeria No 2 appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 17, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, which has been cited four times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Paraiso Tropical Restaurante & Pizzeria No 2's 61 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container, green sponge inside hand sink, operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. On hand sink located at ware washing area, soap was replaced during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored in between prep sink and wall. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt, croutons containers, located above preparation table.
02D-01-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler floor soiled.
36-73-4
61
Oct 17, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen area.
36-17-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
86
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. On hand sink next to ice machine and three compartment sink. Soap was refilled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl in sugar container, operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. On hand sink next to preparation table.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container, operator properly labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
70
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 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 fish in reach in cooler, operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty spoon on hand sink, operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink, located at the cook line, soap was replaced during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. By preparation table located on the back area.
36-24-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. By the sandwich station.
36-17-5
61
Mar 11, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall.
24-14-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed rice container lids cracked.
14-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wet wiping towel inside chlorine sanitizer solution at 200 ppm. Operator add water, recheck 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
78
Dec 21, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 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
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
50
Aug 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
78
Jun 8, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
74
Jun 7, 2023
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 23 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 crema de queso (48°F/46°F - Cooling) located inside walking cooler, was cooked from the day before as per operator. **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 live flies flying in the kitchen, one live landed on top of the cooked beef, observed 3 live flies on the beverage station wall, 2 live on dining area. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee coughing touched his mouth and no changed his gloves. Manager couch employee regarding hand wash procedure. Operator change gloves.Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. , Observed one live fly landed on top of the cooked beef. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. mashed potatoes (47°F - Cold Holding). Inside walk in cooler, for less than 4 hours as per operator. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employees washing hands on three compartment sink. **Warning**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spoons and wet towel inside hand wash sink located at the front counter. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager Midialy consuegra, with more than 2 months of hired. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. Employees name Mairelys, Marianela, Yalenis, Glenda. With more than 2 months of been hired. **Warning**
53B-13-5
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. Ginabel. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Inside sugar container. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. At Preparation line. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At the sandwich station. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
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. Observed employee wash glass without sanitation solutions. **Warning**
16-13-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with cod fish and potatoes on walk in cooler floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on clean metal container. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go container no inverted, located above preparation line. **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. On hand wash sink located at the dish washer area. **Warning**
29-20-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Warning**
21-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Croutons container without label. **Warning**
02D-01-5
15
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 14, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Tylenol on kitchen shelves next to dry seasoning. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
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 beef (60°F/55°F - Cooling); beef soup (55°F/50°F - Cooling); masa croquettes (50°F/49°F - Cooling); crema de queso (55°F/50°F - Cooling) cooked from the day before as per operator.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked beef (60°F/55°F - Cooling); beef soup (55°F/50°F - Cooling); masa croquettes (50°F/49°F - Cooling); crema de queso (55°F/50°F - Cooling) cooked from the day before as per operator.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal container inside hand wash sink, operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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. Employee name Ginabel Suarez.
53B-14-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Inside sugar container, operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. On walk in freezer.
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. About steam table and cook line.
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of bread on walk in freezer floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Under dishwasher machine.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice bucket on kitchen floor. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go container not inverted above preparation table.
25-06-4
Basic - Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Paraiso Tropical Restaurante & Pizzeria No 2 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Paraiso Tropical Restaurante & Pizzeria No 2 on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Paraiso Tropical Restaurante & Pizzeria No 2?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Paraiso Tropical Restaurante & Pizzeria No 2.
How does Paraiso Tropical Restaurante & Pizzeria No 2 compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Paraiso Tropical Restaurante & Pizzeria No 2 most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Paraiso Tropical Restaurante & Pizzeria No 2's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Paraiso Tropical Restaurante & Pizzeria No 2 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Paraiso Tropical Restaurante & Pizzeria No 2 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 Tropical Restaurante & Pizzeria No 2 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Paraiso Tropical Restaurante & Pizzeria No 2 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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