Restaurant Rincone Latino
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
78
Score
Restaurant Rincone Latino has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 21, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.
Among Miami Gardens restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottle spray with degreaser with no label it.
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. On rice container.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
36-32-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
78
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken, beef, cooked beans and pork prepared 2 days ago, as per operator with no date label. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed chicken, beef, cooked beans and pork prepared 3 days ago, as per operator with no date label. **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in disrepair due to water damage. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in disrepair due to water damage. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed reach in freezer Interior in disrepair/has exposed insulation. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed reach in freezer Interior in disrepair/has exposed insulation. **Time Extended**
14-36-5
78
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (53F - Cold Holding); chicken (52F - Cold Holding); black beans (50F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler, as per operator the door opens and closes all day.
03A-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 chicken, beef, cooked beans and pork prepared 2 days ago, as per operator with no date label.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in disrepair due to water damage.
36-32-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons in standing water next to beans. Operator removed water.
10-07-4
Basic - Observed reach in freezer Interior in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
14-36-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
61
Jan 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored over cooked chicken and cooked beans in the reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On top of stove. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken, beef and Swai fish frozen thawing in room temperature.
06-01-5
74
Sep 27, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in the ceiling tile by the ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: Observed hole in the ceiling tile by the ice machine. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn at the front counter reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: Observed gasket torn at the front counter reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
74
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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 Yudelkis Peña with an expired certificate on 1/25/24. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in the ceiling tile by the ice machine. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn at the front counter reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-33-4
67
Jun 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell egg (54F - Cold Holding) stored in the flip top reach in cooler 1 hour before inspection, operator placed item to another reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-05: Observed raw shell egg (72F - Cold Holding) stored in the flip top reach in cooler 1 hour before inspection, operator placed item to another reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 Yudelkys Pena expired certificate on 1/25/24. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-05: Yudelkys Peña expired certificate on 1/25/24. **Admin Complaint**
53A-03-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Observed flip top reach in cooler with ambient temperature of 60F. Items were placed inside another reach in cooler. Operator is aware not store temperature control food in this unit until the unit is repaired. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-05: Observed flip top reach in cooler with ambient temperature of 68F. Operator is aware not store temperature control food in this unit until the unit is repaired. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn at the front counter and flip top reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-05: Observed gaskets torn at the front counter and flip top reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed kitchen reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-05: Observed kitchen reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
67
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
41
Dec 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatula and tongs in standing water of 107F, operator turned on stoved. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-05-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10/01/23. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Ellen Peña with an expired food manager certificate.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front counter. Operator placed new. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At the front counter. Operator placed new bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed reach in freezer with exposed insulation in the kitchen.
14-36-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood in the kitchen with accumulated grease. Observed all gaskets soiled in the reach in cooler and reach in freezers.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in coolers in the kitchen with rusted shelves.
14-33-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior in the kitchen soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled by the 3 compartment sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored on the floor in the front door to the kitchen. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor soiled under 3 compartment sink in the kitchen, under stove and under the steam table.
36-10-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the lobby.
36-17-5
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
14-42-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in the last reach in freezer in the kitchen.
14-69-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the whole establishment.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen. In the back prep area. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
30
Aug 25, 2022
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 chicken in a container over cooked rice and peas in the stand up reach in cooler. Operator placed raw chicken container on lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed front counter handwash sink is inaccessible due to a tray of glassware, sitting on top of handwash 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 cooked rice and peas not date marked in the stand up reach in cooler, located in the back storage area. Operator put date on container. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in the back storage area.
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Kitchen floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen area.
36-27-5
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Restaurant Rincone Latino last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Restaurant Rincone Latino on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Restaurant Rincone Latino?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Restaurant Rincone Latino.
How does Restaurant Rincone Latino compare to other restaurants in Miami Gardens?
Restaurant Rincone Latino most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miami Gardens average of 80.
Has Restaurant Rincone Latino's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Restaurant Rincone Latino have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Restaurant Rincone Latino means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Restaurant Rincone Latino inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Restaurant Rincone Latino is inspected around three times per year on average.
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