Patacon Pisao
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
11
Score
Inspectors have visited Patacon Pisao nine times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 30, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 22 violations each, up from closer to nine violations before.
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing seven times across the record.
Patacon Pisao's latest score of 11 falls below the Miami average of 74. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
9
Inspections
6
Critical latest
7
Major latest
12
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 7 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 25 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed on shelf across from dish machine degreaser and Ajax powder stored next to bags of cornmeal, flour and cans of tomato. Employee removed Ajax and degreaser from shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line across from steam table at 4:10PM shredded chicken (108F - Hot Holding) as per operator was set out at approximately at 1:30PM. Employee reheated shredded chicken (178F - Reheating) at 4:24PM. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler cooked chicken (56F - Cold Holding) as per operator placed in walk in cooler the night before. Operator segregated chicken to be discarded during time of inspection. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler cooked chicken (56F - Cold Holding) as per operator placed in walk in cooler the night before. Operator segregated chicken to be discarded during time of inspection. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in walk in cooler raw fish stored above unwashed pepper. Employee removed raw swai from above unwashed peppers Observed in reach in freezer to the left of cook line corn stored in containers with raw beef. Operator removed corn and stored in separate container above beef. **Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicated creams stored on shelf above preparation table across from reach in freezer. Operator removed medicated creams from shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment using chlorine to sanitize without test strips to measure concentration. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 6 employees engaging in food preparation without certified food manager present. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand wash sign to the left of preparation table. Employee provided paper towel during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink across from ware wash area. Employee provided soap. Observed no soap at hand wash sink to the left of preparation table. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on shelves in walk in cooler. **Warning**
22-31-4
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 Naireth Manso, Dayanis Lorenzo engaging in food preparation, as per operator working for more than 60 days without proof of employee training. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed beef steak and eggs offered undercooked on menu without consumer advisory. Consumer advisory was provided via email and posted by operator during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container with no handle in bucket with salt to the left of cook line. Employee removed containers from bucket. Observed on shelf across from dish machine container with no handle in with floor. Operator removed container from flour. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelves in reach in cooler across from three compartment sink at bar. **Warning**
14-45-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle stored on shelf above preparation table across from reach in freezer. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Observed employee eat food on preparation table across from walk in cooler where tomatoes and onions were being cut. Employee was coached on proper procedure and ate outside of kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-01-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at cook line accumulation of grease and food debris. **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of lemons stored on floor below three compartment sink at bar area. Observed by ware wash area in kitchen bag of plantains onions and potatoes stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler bucket of pork belly stored on floor. Operator removed bucket of pork belly of of the floor. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer to the right of walk in cooler. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hands wash sign at sink to the left of preparation table in kitchen area. Observed no hands wash sign wash at hand wash sink to the left of coffee machine at bar area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler units at cook line. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed soiled hood filter with grease accumulation at cook line. **Warning**
36-50-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelf rusted in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of flour and sugar throughout kitchen area without label. **Warning**
02D-01-5
11
Oct 7, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. plantains (80F - Cold Holding) Observed stored on cook line prep cooler plantains (80F - Cold Holding); as per operator less than. 3 hours.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at cook line reach in cooler raw beef and chicken stored over raw snapper. **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with washed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over peeled onions inside walk in cooler.
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed serving spoons stored inside hand sink in kitchen.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee use hand sink to rinse sanitizing towel. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 5 employee present engaging in food preparation with no certified manager on site. **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed for hand sink next to walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed for food items in walk in cooler not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at bar ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at prep line flip top cooler, condiment cups in containers of pico de gallo. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled with dust and grease. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees phone stored on dry storage shelf. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor at entrance of kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in cutting board at bar. **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed for all kitchen hand sinks. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed for food items in walk in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
21
Mar 31, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish in grill drawers in kitchen
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over peeled onions inside walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed frying pan heavily soiled with extreme grease buildup in use at stove in kitchen.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinse wiping cloth inside hand sink in kitchen area **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed 4+ employees working without a certified food manager.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink near prep table in kitchen across from cook line
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink in dish area
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with windex not labeled in bar area
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cups with no handle stored inside containers of salsa on cook line at reach in cooler
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handles soiled next to walk in cooler and all reach in cooler handles on cook line
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents dusty in kitchen area **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pots stored on floor under dish area
24-26-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of sugar stored on floor in kitchen area **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside white chest freezer across bar area **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet paper towel under cutting board in prep area **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand sink across from cook line. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled with old food debris
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on prep table in kitchen area **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at men's bathroom door
32-04-4
19
Nov 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
41
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter,kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest unit. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn and in disrepair,unit by the fryers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the kitchen **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
82
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle containing medicinal tablets stored on shelf by cookline. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine strength at greater than 200ppm. Operator diluted to 100ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensil stored in unit at the front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ At the time of the inspection observed 6 employees at the establishment. **Warning**
53A-05-6
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. Observed for Rosselyn A, as per operator working at the establishment for more than 2 months. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the kitchen **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal cell phone stored on shelf by the cookline. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn and in disrepair,unit by the fryers. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed box containing single serve utensils stored on the floor by the front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest unit. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter,kitchen. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. **Warning**
35B-01-4
35
Jul 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine strength at 0ppm at the time of the inspection,operator set up 3 compartment sink and called service technician. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cilantro stored in shopping bag,located in the walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed for the reach in freezer by the walk-in cooler.
22-16-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled,drawer unit. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest freezer, front counter, by ice machine . **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket containing peeled plantains stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles,vents above entrance to walk-in cooler, kitchen, ware washing area soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed for the pico de gallo,walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed walk-in cooler fan covers soiled.
36-50-4
52
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to dispense shredded mozzarella cheese,prep cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn and in disrepair,chest unit by the ice machine, unit by the fryers **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in the chest unit by the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the soda dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulation food debris,drawers. Observed walk-in cooler door,handle soiled with accumulation grease and encrusted food debris .
23-03-4
70
Jul 14, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler: opposite cookline:; portioned cooked rice (58F - Cold Holding); arepas (58F - Cold Holding)
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler: opposite cookline:; portioned cooked rice (58F - Cold Holding); arepas (58F - Cold Holding)
01B-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of WD40 stored on storage shelf above reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
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 for reach in cooler opposite cookline, ambient temperature at approximately 46F.
14-74-7
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets broken and in disrepair, unit by the fryers.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for both chest freezers at the front counter. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. **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 for the bulk rice bin **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed in the kitchen above prep area.
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed not legible, kitchen unit.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed storage shelf by the stove soiled with accumulation of grease and food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed for the bulk bins, rice,sugar and beans.
08B-12-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan cover in in the walk-in cooler soiled with accumulation mold like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Patacon Pisao last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Patacon Pisao on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Patacon Pisao?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Patacon Pisao.
How does Patacon Pisao compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Patacon Pisao most recently scored 11 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Patacon Pisao's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Patacon Pisao have averaged around 22 violations per visit, up from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Patacon Pisao means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Patacon Pisao inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Patacon Pisao is inspected around two times per year on average.
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