Paseo Catracho
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
78
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Paseo Catracho, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 24, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around nine violations to closer to six violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Looking across the full record, “probe thermometer not used” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Among Miami restaurants, the typical score is 74; Paseo Catracho is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored on floor underneath three compartment sink. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-10-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several broken tile, throughout the kitchen areas.
36-17-5
78
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored on floor underneath three compartment sink. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shells eggs stored over avocados in glass door standing reach in cooler , located at preparation kitchen. During the inspection employee removed items and placed correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed 1 plastic container with cooking oil stored in front of the hand sink.
31A-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed flip top reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line.
29-49-6
61
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shrimp stored above corn and French fries in freezer. Operator changed order. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed person in charge not using thermometer or knowing how to calibrate thermometer. Inspector went over process. **Corrective Action Taken**
53B-16-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Mayra Avila 09-24-24
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelves where clean dishes are kept soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge unable to verbally calibrate thermometer. Inspector went over process with chef in kitchen. **Corrective Action Taken**
53A-14-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Observed thermometer in original packaging not opened. Inspector had operator open and went over calibration process. **Corrective Action Taken**
05-10-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish in triple sink thawing ambient. Operator turned cold water on. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed tacos in prep top cooler with no cover.
08B-12-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in all reach in coolers in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired license on display, current one not printed.
50-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour on dry rack next to triple sink not labeled.
02D-01-5
41
Sep 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cook food in direct contact with nonfood grade bags in kitchen reach in coolers
14-31-5
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
05-07-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Corrected On-Site**
16-37-1
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
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
05-13-5
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
16-07-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed most kitchen reach in coolers soil.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Most kitchen RIC.
14-33-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
21-10-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
37
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
37
Nov 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-28-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
05-07-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of raw beef on kitchen floor.
08B-38-4
52
Aug 4, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked red beans (103F - Cooling) stored at room temperature in the grill as per operator food was cooked last night and they left food at room temperature during the night, operator discarded food. - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-04: Observed cooked red beans (77F - Cooling) stored inside the freezer as per operator food was cooked last night at 11:00pm. **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on floor in the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-04: At the time of the callback inspection observed 1 live roach on floor in the kitchen area. **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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 red beans (103F - Cooling) stored at room temperature in the grill as per operator food was cooked last night and they left food at room temperature during the night, operator discarded food. - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-04: Observed cooked red beans (77F - Cooling) stored inside the freezer as per operator food was cooked last night at 11:00pm. **Admin Complaint**
03D-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 5 dead roaches under shelf located by the 3 compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-04: During the callback inspection observe 1 dead roach at the dining room entrance. Observed 2 dead roaches under the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen area. **Admin Complaint**
35A-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Paseo Catracho last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Paseo Catracho on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Paseo Catracho?
Across the inspection record, “probe thermometer not used” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Paseo Catracho.
How does Paseo Catracho compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Paseo Catracho most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Paseo Catracho's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Paseo Catracho have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Paseo Catracho means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Paseo Catracho inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Paseo Catracho is inspected around two times per year on average.
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