Rancho Argentino
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
33
Score
Rancho Argentino has been inspected seven times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 16, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
Looking across the full record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
By comparison, the average Wellington facility scores 71, putting Rancho Argentino on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
7
Inspections
6
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At walk in cooler: raw ground beef stored above mashed potatoes. Raw breaded beef stored above bolognese sauce. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. 1 Live, small flying insect flying around and landing on lid of pizza box. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-7
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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Operator unable to prime. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed dishwasher handled dirty dishes then handled clean basket with utensils from dishwasher; no hand wash. Dishwasher placed to clean and sanitize and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At low boy reach in: butter (45F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored overnight in unit. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. At cook line: raw shelled eggs (57F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored since 45mins. At low boy reach in cooler across from cookline: Chimichurri (58F - Cold Holding) ; provolone cheese (57F - Cold Holding) As per operator items stored on counter 15 mins prior. Not prepped or portioned today. Advised operator to quick chill. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At low boy reach in: butter (45F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored overnight in unit. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with alcohol not labeled. Advised operator to label. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. At low boy reach in cooler: rotten meat with fungi looking substance stored with various other food items. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-20-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. **Warning**
35B-02-4
33
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee wearing gloves blow air into her hands then proceeded to touched clean utensils. Employee washed hands **Corrected On-Site**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Reach in freezer Raw beef stored above desserts. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sitting on top of table on cook line Chimichurri. 60F cold holding Flip top cooler Overstocked , fresh mozzarella 52F cold holding Per operator products stored for approximately 15 minutes. Per operator products not prepared or portioned today. Operator iced down chimichurri and removed overstocked cheese **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Pot sitting on top of stovetop with Mashed potatoes 69F hot holding. Per operator product stored for approximately 1 hour. Operator moved to reheat to 165F++ **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. Several plastic containers with cooking oil stored on the floor under convection oven in kitchen area. Operator stored properly **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Bar area
22-20-5
50
Feb 5, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 27, 2025
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chef clean pot at triple sink no sanitizing was done. Advised operator to have all food contact services cleaned and sanitized. **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At walk in cooler: raw chicken stored over raw steak. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On prep area: garlic and oil mixture (84F - Hot Holding) As per operator, stored since 1 hour. Operator placed on time as a public health control. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) Operator changed to chlorine 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 10ppm). Operator primed; Dishwasher (Chlorine 10ppm). **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed chef clean pot at triple sink then began preparing food handling clean pans; no hand wash. Advised chef to wash hands. **Warning**
12A-16-4
High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed manager touch hair then handled handle of walk in cooler door to open; no hand wash. Advised operator to wash hands. **Warning**
12A-25-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Prosciutto on menu amongst other items. **Warning**
02B-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. Employee employed less than 60 days as per operator.
11-26-1
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. **Warning**
53B-13-5
26
Sep 17, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths or dish machine. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
16-37-1
90
Apr 26, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 16, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rancho Argentino last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rancho Argentino on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rancho Argentino?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rancho Argentino.
How does Rancho Argentino compare to other restaurants in Wellington?
Rancho Argentino most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Wellington average of 71.
Has Rancho Argentino's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rancho Argentino have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Rancho Argentino 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 Rancho Argentino inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rancho Argentino is inspected around three times per year on average.
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