Ranchito Mi Peru IV
Last inspected: Dec 22, 2025
13
Score
Ranchito Mi Peru IV appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. Ranchito Mi Peru IV was last inspected on Dec 22, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around 10 violations to closer to 15 violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
10
Inspections
6
Critical latest
3
Major latest
17
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 17 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of vitamins stored on rack with seasonings in kitchen.
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed case of raw pork on top of bottles of water. Operator placed on food shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
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 pork and beef in ziplocks stored with veggies and fries in chest freezer.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in at front counter with ambient temp of 51F. The following tcs foods stored inside since prior day: tres leches (46F - Cold Holding); rice pudding (50F - Cold Holding)
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in at front counter with ambient temp of 51F. The following tcs foods stored inside since prior day: tres leches (46F - Cold Holding); rice pudding (50F - Cold Holding)
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed Clorox spray stored in hand sink in kitchen. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed chemical spray stored in hand sink in kitchen area. Operator removed during inspection. Observed blender inside hand sink at front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed Raul missing DOB on certificate. **Repeat Violation**
53B-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled food and dish shelves.
22-02-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of forks on floor at front counter. Operator placed on shelf during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed on dry food and single service racks.
14-06-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in bucket; not in use.
42-01-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tile outside of restroom.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in dining area; water damage. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents soiled with dust.
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 reach in at front counter with ambient temp of 51F. The following tcs foods stored inside since prior day: tres leches (46F - Cold Holding); rice pudding (50F - Cold Holding)
14-74-7
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed old license printed on display; 10/24. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on prep table in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed inside walk in cooler; exit door handle missing.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of rice on floor outside of restroom. Observed sweet potato case on floor in kitchen. Operator put sweet potato away during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in all reach in freezers. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy of last report printed on site.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on rack where utensils are held.
14-20-4
13
Aug 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.
14-15-4
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs on counter not in use; ambient temp 45F+.
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed pastry desserts with no date mark to when it was prepared. As per operator; desserts made 3 days prior.
02D-02-4
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed Raul missing date of birth on certificate.
53B-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed both hand sinks used for storage at time of inspection. Items were removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish and dry food racks.
22-31-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to tiles in kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired license displayed; not active license.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed on counter where espresso machine is.
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 bag stored on top of rice.
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezers.
14-69-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last inspection not on site.
51-18-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in.
14-33-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed sugar on dry rack with no label. Observed multiple dishes in reach in with no cover.
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed cracked floor tiles in kitchen.
36-10-4
30
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored next to cooked eggs. Operator moved the cooked eggs to the top part of the reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a container with raw chicken stored on hand wash sink.
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 home made desserts not date marked at reach in cooler located at front counter. As per manager was made two day ago. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed serving utensils stored food contact surface up next to 3CS. **Repeat Violation**
24-18-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawed at room temperature at the hand wash sink. And raw beef thawed at ambient temperature.
06-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles with different sauces on mobile rack not identified by common name at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
55
Jun 12, 2024
Complaint Full
7 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a medication blister pack of Ibuprofen stored above microwave unit net to S/S containers. Manager removed the medication. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed beef empanadas at front RIC with not invoice from the provider. **Warning**
01A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored above beverage (Jamaican water) Manager relocated the items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed beef empanadas at front RIC with not invoice from the provider. Operator segregated and discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-04-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed white rice (48F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (51F - Cold Holding). Inside WIC as per manager products were inside the unit overnight. Manager was instructed to segregate the products to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (48F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (51F - Cold Holding). Inside WIC as per manager products were inside the unit overnight. Manager was instructed to segregate the products to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
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 tomato sauce (124F - Hot Holding); meat potatoes stewed. (85F - Hot Holding) next to stove, as per operator less than two hours. Operator moved products to be reheated. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
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 - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residues at HWS inside kitchen and front counter. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed the PIC Ana Fernandez manager of the establishment for 8 months with not Food Manager Certificate. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. Observed a new employee as per manager hired two days ago. Not food reporting agreement signed it. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed home made desserts not date marked. As per manager was made two day ago. Manager was instructed to date home made desserts. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed handle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed serving utensils stored food contact surface up next to 3CS. **Warning**
24-18-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles with different sauces on trash table not identified by common name. Managers was informed to labeled it. **Warning**
02D-01-5
17
Apr 15, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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 stored over raw beef at chest reach in freezer.
08A-17-6
Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. The chlorine was provided. **Corrected On-Site**
22-38-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic cups and plastic container inside of the hand wash sink front counter.
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup without handle inside of sugar container. Operator removed the cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up at preparation table.
24-18-4
64
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 7 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 10 ppm). Operator added chlorine. Final concentration 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shells eggs stored over unwashed vegetables at walk in cooler. Operator started to relocate the eggs. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Observed a food establishment RANCHITO MI PERU IV operating without license from the DBPR. The establishment is located where PARCHITA 305 license # 2322210 was located. **Warning**
50-08-7
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken next to raw beef and raw pork stored in the same space of precooked vegetables at reach in freezer. Operator was informed that the raw and ready to eat food need to separated. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08A-02-6
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 - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cups inside of the hand wash sink located at front counter. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviche that contain raw fish does not identify as raw on the menu. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed a food establishment RANCHITO MI PERU IV operating without license from the DBPR. The establishment is located where PARCHITA 305 license # 2322210 was located. The application need to be with plan review. Changes were made it. **Warning**
51-16-7
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**
53B-01-5
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 - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan cover soiled at walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt, condiments containers not identified by common name. **Warning**
02D-01-5
25
Aug 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
29
Feb 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 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 the dishwashing machine chlorine sanitizing concentration at 25 ppm. Operator must use the triple sink to sanitize equipment, utensils, china,silver and glass ware until the dish washing machine is repaired
22-41-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the kitchen hand wash sink
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
33-23-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the fan cover of the cooling unit of the walk in cooler soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
58
Nov 7, 2022
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-03: Observed Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Observed Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-03: Observed Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Observed Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : 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 the handle of the scoop in the container touching the rice, beans. Operator corrected the position of the scoop **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-03: Observed the handle of the scoop in the container touching the beans, sugar and salt. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: **Time Extended**
10-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-03: Observed the Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Observed the Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the fan cove of the walk in cooler soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-03: Observed the fan cove of the walk in cooler soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Observed the fan cove of the walk in cooler soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ranchito Mi Peru IV last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ranchito Mi Peru IV on file is from Dec 22, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ranchito Mi Peru IV?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Ranchito Mi Peru IV.
How does Ranchito Mi Peru IV compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Ranchito Mi Peru IV most recently scored 13 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Ranchito Mi Peru IV's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Ranchito Mi Peru IV have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Ranchito Mi Peru IV 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 Ranchito Mi Peru IV inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ranchito Mi Peru IV is inspected around three times per year on average.
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