Ranchuelo Coffee Shop
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
39
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Ranchuelo Coffee Shop stretching back to 2022. On Mar 9, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near eight violations per visit.
“Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Ranchuelo Coffee Shop trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
7
Inspections
5
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed multiple employees changing gloves and working with food without washing hands in between.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drink from cup then continued to handle food without changing gloves and washing hands.
12A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed oranges inside reach in cooler in storage area.
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored over cooked chicken inside reach in cooler in storage area. Observed raw cracked eggs stored over diced tomatoes inside flip top portion of reach in cooler at cook line.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (84F - Hot Holding) at steam table, as per operator for one hour. Observed cooked onions (112F - Hot Holding) on prep table across from cook line, as per operator for one hour. Operator took both products to be reheated. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in kitchen.
31B-02-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted in storage area.
14-33-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at cook line.
23-03-4
39
Oct 8, 2025
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 swai over raw ham inside reach in cooler at cook line.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink next to coffee station.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice not date marked, as per operator was made 24 hours ago. Operator labeled product. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer handles soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked shredded beef stored not covered inside reach in cooler in back area.
08B-12-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In back area. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside white chest freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent dusty at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
55
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham croquetas (100F - Hot Holding); chicken empanadas (112F - Hot Holding) at hot box in front counter, as per operator for less than one hour. Operator raised heat on hot box.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw breaded chicken stored over raw cut pork inside reach in cooler in back area. Operator relocated products for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw pork stored inside non food grade bag inside reach in freezer.
14-31-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer handles soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled above deli slicer in kitchen
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 cellphone stored on top of deli slicer. Operator removed cellphone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves rusted in reach in coolers at back area **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw fish thawing in standing water at prep table. Advised operator of proper thawing methods.
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind steam table in kitchen
36-27-5
47
Oct 11, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine out service, located at front counter.
14-11-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at dry storage.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at dry storage.
14-33-4
86
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a cooler - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw fish stored in standing reach in cooler. Operator removed items and placed them correctly. **Repeat Violation**
08A-17-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located near cooking line.
14-33-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer , and reach in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at dry storage, and cooking line.
22-16-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover under preparation tables throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation**
14-20-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of pumpkin stored on the floor, located at dry storage. Operator removed items, and placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, throughout establishment.
36-73-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Discussed with operator and provided handout.
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located near cooking line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located near preparation area.
14-69-4
50
Aug 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw steaks over tomatoes. Operator removed steaks and placed them the proper way. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed several thank you bags with carrots and peppers stored inside reach in cooler in back kitchen. Operator removed them and placed them in graded bags. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled slicers machine by prep table in back kitchen.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed plastic bottle with oil inside without label.
02D-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine next to juice dispenser at front counter.
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in back kitchen. Operator cleaned gaskets. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet at hand washing sink leaking water.
29-08-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at prep table in back kitchen.
14-20-4
50
Aug 15, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 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. Observed employee wipe apron with wiping cloth used to clean prep area. Inspector coached operator to remove gloves and wash hands, and employee not to use wiping cloths incorrectly. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-28-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed black beans (79F - Reheating) placed in the steam table located in the kitchen to be reheated. As per operator it was placed there 2 hours before inspection. Inspector coached operator on proper reheating, operator placed the beans on a pot and on the stove to be reheated. Black beans reheated temperature 179F. **Corrected On-Site**
03E-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prepared shredded pork without label in the reach in cooler by the dry storage. As per operator it was made on Friday. Inspector coached operator on placing labels properly. Operator placed label. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood located in the kitchen with grease accumulation on the sides and throughout the filters.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed operator use wet wiping cloth to clean prep table located by the stove area without a sanitizer bucket to store the wiping cloths. Operator prepared a bucket with sanitizer solution to be used. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ranchuelo Coffee Shop last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ranchuelo Coffee Shop on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ranchuelo Coffee Shop?
Across the inspection record, “reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Ranchuelo Coffee Shop.
How does Ranchuelo Coffee Shop compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Ranchuelo Coffee Shop most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Ranchuelo Coffee Shop's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ranchuelo Coffee Shop have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Ranchuelo Coffee Shop 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 Ranchuelo Coffee Shop inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ranchuelo Coffee Shop is inspected around two times per year on average.
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