Restaurant El Hondureno II

2298 Nw 36 St, Miami, FL 33142
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Oct 21, 2025
50
Score
High Risk

Across the available record, Restaurant El Hondureno II has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Oct 21, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around eight violations to closer to 12 violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been the most frequent reason, cited eight times.

That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed pill container on top of prep table. Employee put it away onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork inside thank you bags inside freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken with no date marking inside reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled behind cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
50
Aug 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork inside "thank-you" bags inside reach in freezer in front of office. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Observed pork inside "thank-you" bags inside reach in freezer in front of office. **Time Extended**
14-31-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside interior of ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Observed mold like substance inside interior of ice machine. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with excessive cutting marks on prep tables. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Observed cutting boards with excessive cutting marks on prep tables. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall, above 3 compartment sink area. Observed wall in disrepair to the right of mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Observed hole on wall, above 3 compartment sink area. Observed wall in disrepair to the right of mop sink. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on both reach in freezers by dry storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Observed ice buildup up on both reach in freezers by dry storage area. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of ovens on cook line and microwave by prep table. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Observed soiled interior of microwave by prep table. **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler in front of cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler in front of cook line. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled throughout entire kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Observed walls soiled throughout entire kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside reach in cooler in front of cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Observed rusted shelves inside reach in cooler in front of cook line. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
58
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee washing container at 3 compartment sink with gloves, then grabbed something out the reach in cooler with no hand wash or glove change. Coached employee on handwashing methods. Employee washed hands and changed gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork inside "thank-you" bags inside reach in freezer in front of office. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 10 plus live roaches on the left side of the cook line coming in and out of the bottom of the wall that is in disrepair. Observed 3 live roaches crawling on the wall on the left side of the cook line. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards on prep table in kitchen area. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef and cooked chicken inside reach in coolers with no date marking. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled throughout entire kitchen area. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soiled floor throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
36-10-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside interior of ice machine. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with excessive cutting marks on prep tables. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one small dead roach inside of oven on the left side of cook line. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair at the bottom, on the left side of cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a box of chicken on the floor next to prep table. Operator placed it off the ground onsite. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall, above 3 compartment sink area. Observed wall in disrepair to the right of mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on both reach in freezers by dry storage area. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of ovens on cook line and microwave by prep table. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler in front of cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside reach in cooler in front of cook line. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork in a bucket of standing water. Coached employee on proper thawing methods. **Warning**
06-01-5
27
Jun 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. 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 no CFM in establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-06: Observed no CFM in establishment **Admin Complaint**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no CFM certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-06: Observed no CFM certification.* **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside of ice machine by front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-06: Observed mold like substance inside of ice machine by front counter. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with excessive cut marks in kitchen prep area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-06: Observed cutting boards with excessive cut marks in kitchen prep area. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair next to 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-06: Observed wall in disrepair next to 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled exterior of flat grill in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-06: Observed soiled exterior of flat grill in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
67
Apr 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork stored inside thank you bags inside of reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink with dirty containers in it. Operator removed containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no CFM certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. 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 no CFM in establishment. **Warning**
53A-07-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside of ice machine by front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with excessive cut marks in kitchen prep area. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair in kitchen area. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of onions on the floor next to reach in freezers. Operator placed them 6inches off the ground. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair next to 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of microwave in kitchen area. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled exterior of flat grill in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
45
Oct 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bag of frozen raw chicken stored inside non food grade bags in chest freezer.
14-31-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine located at the front counter with soiled interior.
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket with seasoning on floor near prep table.
08B-38-4
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 scoop handle touching bin of rice. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves located across the cook line with rust accumulation.
14-33-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind and next to three compartment sink soiled.
36-27-5
64
Jun 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
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 the cashier wipe down the counter and then went to the kitchen and handled clean silverware.
12A-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over beef in the upright refrigerator at the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
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. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen hand sink.
31B-02-4
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. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the men's restroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic bucket full of potatoes on the floor in the kitchen.
08B-38-4
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 in a container of flour.
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled on the left side of the hood system.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in the upright stainless steel refrigerator.
29-49-6
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed around the mop sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed large plastic containers in the kitchen with different products not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
32
Jan 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over dough in the reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
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. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
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. Form provided. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Observed the prob thermometer is only for hot foods.
05-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the men's restroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in the reach in cooler by the triple sink. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
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 large plastic containers in the back of the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
43
Jan 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
22
Aug 11, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed no food grade thank you bag used for raw pork. Operator removed pork from bag and wrapped in plastic wrap **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: At time of callback inspection Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed no food grade thank you bag used for dough for tortillas. **Time Extended**
14-31-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked steak (100F - Hot Holding) as per operator steak was prepared approximately 2 hours ago operator reheated steak to cooked steak (150F - Hot Holding), cooked rice (100F - Hot Holding) as per operator rice was prepared approximately 3 hours ago operator reheated rice to cooked rice (160F - Hot Holding) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: At time of callback inspection Observed beans 150F hot holding, observed beef soup 150F hot holding, observed cooked steak 100F hot holding, as per operator item was cooked approximately 1 hour ago, operator reheated steaks **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: At time of callback inspection No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in mens bathroom **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: At time of callback inspection No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in mens bathroom **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: At time of callback inspection No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: At time of callback inspection No soap provided at handwash sink at front counter. **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: At time of callback inspection observed Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler at front counter in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: At time of callback inspection Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler at front counter in disrepair. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: At time of callback inspection Ice buildup in reach-in freezer **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed damage to wall in mens bathroom **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: At time of callback inspection Observed damage to wall in mens bathroom **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves across from reach in freezer in kitchen area with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: At time of callback inspection Reach-in cooler shelves across from reach in freezer in kitchen area with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Restaurant El Hondureno II last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Restaurant El Hondureno II on file is from Oct 21, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Restaurant El Hondureno II?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Restaurant El Hondureno II.

How does Restaurant El Hondureno II compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Restaurant El Hondureno II most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Restaurant El Hondureno II's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Restaurant El Hondureno II have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Restaurant El Hondureno II 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 Restaurant El Hondureno II inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Restaurant El Hondureno II is inspected around three times per year on average.