Restaurant Los Catrachos Ll
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026
64
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Restaurant Los Catrachos Ll, the earliest from 2022. On Jan 6, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
“Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Restaurant Los Catrachos Ll's latest score of 64 falls below the Miami average of 74. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed plantains stored in a non food grade to go bag at reach in cooler at kitchen area. Operator removed items and stored in a food grade bag. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handle soiled with food debris at reach in cooler at cook line.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles at warewashing area and kitchen area not smooth and easily cleaned.
36-37-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee engaging in food preparation without a proper hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed two cases of fry oil stored on the floor next to three compartment sink at warewashing area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed grease build up on wall next to hood system at cook line.
36-68-5
64
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
74
Oct 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Jun 25, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread stored in thank you bag at reach in cooler across from cookline.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink next to three compartment sink used as storage.
31A-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at reach in cooler across from cookline.
05-09-4
67
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
67
Aug 29, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Jun 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over chili in the upright refrigerator. Observed raw steak over chili in the upright refrigerator.
08A-05-6
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.
11-26-1
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. Poster provided via email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. 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 the owner Jose Francisco Melendez Celaya serv safe expired.
53A-03-7
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. Observed the following food handlers certificate are expired; Rita, Eymi.
53B-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in the dry storage area and kitchen.
36-37-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in the ice machine.
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic container with sugar not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the preparation reach in cooler gasket torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
45
Oct 10, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
35
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Restaurant Los Catrachos Ll last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Restaurant Los Catrachos Ll on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Restaurant Los Catrachos Ll?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Restaurant Los Catrachos Ll.
How does Restaurant Los Catrachos Ll compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Restaurant Los Catrachos Ll most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Restaurant Los Catrachos Ll's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Restaurant Los Catrachos Ll have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Restaurant Los Catrachos Ll means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Restaurant Los Catrachos Ll inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Restaurant Los Catrachos Ll is inspected around two times per year on average.
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