Rincon Sabroso
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
52
Score
Inspectors have visited Rincon Sabroso seven times, with records going back to 2022. On Feb 3, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 11 violations to closer to seven violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Looking across the full record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
That's lower than the typical North Miami Beach restaurant, which scores around 72. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink outside. **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw fish ceviche on the menu not indicated as a raw item. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory at time of inspection. Printed advisory and operator posted advisory. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles at front counter where food is prepared not smooth and easily cleaned. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a container of fry oil stored on the floor at kitchen area and case of plastic water bottles stored on the floor behind the front counter. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed an accumulation of grease on wall under hood system. **Warning**
36-68-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall next to cook line soiled with grease. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing over server station at kitchen area. **Warning**
36-36-4
52
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing and rinsing dishes with no sanitation solution Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm). Educated employee how to properly wash rinse and sanitize Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm).
22-43-4
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed employee washing and rinsing dishes with no sanitation solution Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm). Educated employee how to properly wash rinse and sanitize Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm).
53B-15-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**
05-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed beans and rice containers with no name labels in the storage room.
02D-01-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. In the kitchen and storage room.
36-10-4
55
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Dec 5, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Apr 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in rice container, employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in chest reach-in freezer at the front counter. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in kitchen area. Observed employee cleaning during the the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
67
Feb 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in freezer at front counter.
08A-08-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked tripe inside reach in cooler in kitchen area, employee stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
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 chicken stew (128F - Hot Holding) as per employee less than 1 hour, employee moved food to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
02B-02-5
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment serving raw fish ceviche not identified in menu.
02B-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at front counter.
14-69-4
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Observed on men's bathroom, employee closed.
32-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed in both bathrooms.
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in rice container, employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed pot with chicken soup stored on floor,employee stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed in spicy sauce at front counter, employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in kitchen area.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelves in kitchen area.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go plastic utensils stored on floor at front counter, employee stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in kitchen area.
21-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice, flour and sugar container not identified with common name at dry storage area.
02D-01-5
25
Jul 12, 2022
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen..**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. **Repeat Violation**
14-20-4
Basic - Bathrooms located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rincon Sabroso last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rincon Sabroso on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rincon Sabroso?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Rincon Sabroso.
How does Rincon Sabroso compare to other restaurants in North Miami Beach?
Rincon Sabroso most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the North Miami Beach average of 72.
Has Rincon Sabroso's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Rincon Sabroso have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Rincon Sabroso 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 Rincon Sabroso inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rincon Sabroso is inspected around two times per year on average.
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