Rinconcito Cubano of Kendall
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
95
Score
Inspectors have visited Rinconcito Cubano of Kendall 11 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 10, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 12 violations to closer to nine violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Across the inspection history, “raw animal foods not properly separated” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded six times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Miami restaurant scores 74. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled. Observed hood filter soiled over frying area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-10: Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
95
Feb 9, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw pork in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at room temperature across from cook line. Operator placed shelled eggs in reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced ham (56F - Cold Holding), as per operator less than 2 hours, in reach in cooler across from cook line. Operator stored ham in walk in unit. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (85F - Hot Holding); chicken soup (127F - Hot Holding), as per operator less than 4 hours in shelf below stove in cook area. Observed mashed potato (86F - Hot Holding) as per operator less than 4 hours, at steam table. Operator reheated cooked chicken (167F - Hot Holding); chicken soup (167F -Hot Holding); mashed potato (165F - Hot Holding). **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored above cooked pork in reach in cooler at prep area. Operator stored raw beef below cooked pork. **Warning**
08A-24-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed soiled cardboard box used to line containers of seasoning above reach in cooler across from cook line. Operator removed cardboard during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-05-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal containers above three compartment sink not inverted. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in toast preparation without hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed pumpkin stored on floor. Operator stored 6 inches off of the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife and tongs in between grill and preparation table at sandwich station. **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper above preparation table at kitchen across from cook line. Observed bug zapper at preparation table at service window. Operator removed bug zapper. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled. Observed hood filter soiled over frying area. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on preparation table at front counter. Operator stored 6 inches above the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-44-1
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed stored raw black beans without cover. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt and chicken bouillon seasonings with out label. Across from cook line. **Warning**
02D-01-5
27
Sep 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at walk in cooler raw chicken stored over cooked black beans. Cook removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at walk in cooler raw chicken stored over raw pork belly. Cook removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed at walk in cooler containers of cooked ground beef, black beans, sliced hams, cooked rice, shredded chicken and pork not date marked. As per cook were made the day before.
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on side of three compartment sink at front counter. Operator washed and sanitized tongs and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
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 at cook line in a container of salt and in a large container of rice. **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed throughout establishment containers of sugar at front counter, tray of plantain chips at top shelf cook line and a container of sugar at kitchen area uncovered. Cook placed covers onto all. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of chicken bullion and salt not labeled in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at front counter in a container of sugar. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment with 40 seats throughout establishment when only licensed for 20 seats. **Repeat Violation**
51-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at front counter a box of oranges stored on floor. Operator removed and stored on lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
47
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with washed produce. Observed raw beef and raw pork stored over washed vegetables in white chest reach in freezer located in the walk in cooler.
08A-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (49F - Cold Holding) at top reach in cooler preparation table across from cook line. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator placed ice bags for rapid cooling. Observed cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding) at top reach in cooler at sandwich station. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator began to move lettuce to bottom reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee discard sanitizer solution in hand washing sink at front counter.
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in container of chicken bouillon in dry storage area. Operator removed the bowl during inspection. Also observed bowl in container of marinade in walk in cooler. Operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed 3 clean pans stored on floor across from dishwasher. Operator moved pans to dishwasher area to be cleaned and stored properly. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-07-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on white cutting board on preparation table across from cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple employee personal water bottles stored on front counter preparation table. Operator segregated items and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees engaging in food preparation with no hair restraints in kitchen area.
13-03-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment with 40 seats throughout establishment when only licensed for 20 seats.
51-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on side of three compartment sink at front counter. Operator washed and sanitized tongs and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
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 container of sugar with utensil handle touching in dry storage area. Operator stored utensil properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container of raw beef not covered in walk in cooler. Also observed container of dry beans in dry storage area uncovered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen area.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of chicken bullion not labeled in dry storage area.
02D-01-5
39
Aug 23, 2024
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored over tamales at reach in freezer located inside of the walk in cooler. And raw beef and raw chicken stored over French fries at reach in freezer located at front counter. Operator started to relocate the products. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw oxtail and raw pork stored over potatoes at walk in cooler. Operator relocated the products properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef and raw pork at walk in cooler. Operator started to relocate the products. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at reach in freezer front counter. Operator started to relocate the products. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham (52 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler sandwiches station. As per operator for less than 30 minutes. Operator started to send the product to the bottom part of the reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed malanga cream (117 F - Hot Holding) and chicken soup (111 F - Hot Holding) at stove and oven. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved the products to the oven to be reheated. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine + 200 ppm). Operator put water to get 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed deserts flans not properly date marked at reach in cooler dining area. As per operator was made two days ago.
02C-02-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed tequenos, and stuffed potatoes not covered at reach in freezer front counter. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup without handle inside of the salt container. And single service container without handle inside of the pooled eggs.
14-01-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw fish bearing a label inside of reduced oxygen package at walk in cooler. Operator cut the individual packages. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a container with garlic and container with raw beef stored on floor at walk in cooler.
08B-47-4
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 utensil handle touching the rice. Operator removed the handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed some wet wiping towels on cutting boards at preparation area.
21-12-4
22
Jan 8, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed tequenos raw breaded chicken breast stored in cardboard boxes located in the standing reach in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
14-15-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw pork located in the walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw breaded chicken breast stored above potato fries located in the standing reach in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. hot box ; empanadas (125F - Hot Holding); croquettes (128F - Hot Holding)operator adjusted thermostat for increased heat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed for the tequenos,raw breaded chicken breast located in the standing reach in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
50
Sep 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed below 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-20: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
86
Jul 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef vegetables located in the walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed below 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cooking utensils stored in the kitchen unit. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in the kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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 for Hector I, as per operator working at the establishment for more than two months. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed bulk black beans bin cover broken and in disrepair. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the raw seafood unit. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed for the bulk rice bin. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
47
Mar 7, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef located in the reach in freezer,located in the walk-in cooler. Observed raw chicken fingers stored above potato fries located in the standing freezer **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: **Time Extended**
08A-17-6
86
Jan 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
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
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
67
Jul 11, 2022
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed marinated chicken above raw pork chops,located in the walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw breaded chicken above potato fries,located in the reach in freezer sandwich station. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk-in cooler: cooked meatballs ,as per operator from yesterday. (47F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded chicken ,as per operator from yesterday. (58F - Cold Holding)
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler: cooked meatballs ,as per operator from yesterday. (47F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded chicken ,as per operator from yesterday. (58F - Cold Holding)
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine strength at greater than 200ppm, operator diluted to 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed operator cooling cooked shredded chicken in container greater than 4 inches deep,covered from yesterday. **Repeat Violation**
03D-15-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to dispense pooled eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed for white unit on prep counter by dish machine.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed at the sandwich station.
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed for unit at the frontline.
05-09-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulation of grease. **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
32
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rinconcito Cubano of Kendall last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rinconcito Cubano of Kendall on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rinconcito Cubano of Kendall?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal foods not properly separated” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Rinconcito Cubano of Kendall.
How does Rinconcito Cubano of Kendall compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Rinconcito Cubano of Kendall most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Rinconcito Cubano of Kendall's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Rinconcito Cubano of Kendall have averaged around nine violations per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Rinconcito Cubano of Kendall 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 Rinconcito Cubano of Kendall inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rinconcito Cubano of Kendall is inspected around three times per year on average.
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