Rinconcito Dadeland Midtown
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
7
Score
Across the available record, Rinconcito Dadeland Midtown has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 9, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around 19 violations compared to roughly 22 violations earlier on.
The pattern that stands out is “walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust”, which has been cited 11 times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Rinconcito Dadeland Midtown's 7 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
11
Inspections
6
Critical latest
6
Major latest
22
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 6 major violations. 22 minor violations.
View 34 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed peroxide stored above prep table in warewash area. **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table next to hand sink: yuca (90F - Hot Holding); malanga (117F - Hot Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Operator turned heat up on steam table. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed under prep sink in kitchen. **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw pork in walk in cooler. Observed ground beef over pork shoulder. Operator corrected during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Observed at triple sink. **Warning**
29-45-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork and beef stored above carrots. Operator corrected during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed meat slicer soiled. Observed dry food shelves in kitchen soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed multiple dishes stored in kitchen hand sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of any certified food managers on site; Antonio. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 5 employees on site; no CFM present. **Warning**
53A-05-6
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 no proof of training for any employees; Cintheya, and Claudia. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of to go items stored on floor outside of restroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple containers of food items in walk in cooler and freezer uncovered; not cooling or prepping. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed soiled exterior. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed exterior of microwave soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed under steam table; coolers no longer functioning. No TCS foods stored inside. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed in warewash and kitchen area. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil on floor in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed scoop stored in ice bin in warewash area. **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed mop sink filled with aprons and wiping cloths. **Warning**
42-02-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed next to steam table. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven and microwave soiled. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed cracked light shield in warewash area. **Warning**
38-01-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under cook line heavily soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in all reach in coolers. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in multiple coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-33-4
7
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked mash potato; across stove. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: Observed raw chicken over eggs. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade. Observed soiled dry dish and dry food racks. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in main cooking kitchen, bags taped to cover hole. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in next to steam table with ambient temp of 57F. The following TCS food stored inside for less than 4 hours: cut tomato (57F - Cold Holding); ham (54F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (54F - Cold Holding). Operator placed items in working cooler for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in men's restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed odor in warewash area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
36-64-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in coolers in cooking kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in cooler across stove. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
50
Oct 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dishmachine; 0 ppm. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
22-41-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked mash potato; across stove. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: Observed raw chicken over eggs. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade. Observed soiled dry dish and dry food racks. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in main cooking kitchen, bags taped to cover hole. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in next to steam table with ambient temp of 57F. The following TCS food stored inside for less than 4 hours: cut tomato (57F - Cold Holding); ham (54F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (54F - Cold Holding). Operator placed items in working cooler for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in men's restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed odor in warewash area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
36-64-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in coolers in cooking kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in cooler across stove. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
43
Oct 6, 2025
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 3 major violations. 18 minor violations.
View 28 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on floor in main cooking kitchen. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in next to steam table with ambient temp of 57F. The following TCS food stored inside for less than 4 hours: cut tomato (57F - Cold Holding); ham (54F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (54F - Cold Holding). Operator placed items in working cooler for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **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 next to flat top: onions cooked (82F - Hot Holding). As per operator, less than 3 hours, operator placed on flat top to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dishmachine; 0 ppm. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 4 live flies in warewash area, on wall and dry dish rack. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs above unwashed bell peppers in walk-in cooler. Operator removed eggs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked mash potato; across stove. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade. Observed soiled dry dish and dry food racks. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pot inside hand sink in kitchen. Operator removed on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handles soiled. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at cook line. **Warning**
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in main cooking kitchen, bags taped to cover hole. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in next to steam table with ambient temp of 57F. The following TCS food stored inside for less than 4 hours: cut tomato (57F - Cold Holding); ham (54F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (54F - Cold Holding). Operator placed items in working cooler for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in hand sink located in cooking kitchen. Observed 1 dead roach under steam table. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of veggies on floor of kitchen; operator placed on prep table. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in men's restroom. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled exterior of equipment throughout establishment. Observed under steam table heavily soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed odor in warewash area. **Warning**
36-64-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish racks next to dish machine. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in coolers in cooking kitchen. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in cooler across stove. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of cups and toilet paper stored on floor outside of restroom. Operator placed items onto shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-05-4
11
Jun 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled at prep table next to handwashing sink in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: Still observed. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink at front counter. Operator provided paper towels. Also observed no paper towels at handwashing sink in dishwashing area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: Still observed no paper towels at handwashing sink in dishwashing area. Operator provided. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed above prep table in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on prep table in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor at dishwashing area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed an accumulation of debris in between steam table and reach in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at white chest reach in freezer at front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : 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 handle in container of uncooked rice under prep table next to handwashing sink in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: **Time Extended**
10-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of single service containers stored on the floor in dry storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: Still single service containers stored on the floor in dry storage area. **Time Extended**
25-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container of cooked pork in walk in cooler not covered. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: At time of callback inspection still observed items uncovered. **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed plantains (frozen) thawing at room temperature on shelf under griddle. Operator moved plantains to reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: Still observed. **Time Extended**
06-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler rusted. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
45
Mar 4, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed chicken soup (52F - Cooling); cooked black beans (49F - Cooling) in walk in cooler. As per operator and label since yesterday 03/03. Operator segregated to be discarded.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Advised operator to utilize three compartment sink until technician fixes the dishwasher. **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed chicken soup (52F - Cooling); cooked black beans (49F - Cooling) in walk in cooler. As per operator and label since yesterday 03/03. Operator segregated to be discarded.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (50F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at entrance to kitchen. As per operator for two hours. Operator placed cheese in another reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled at prep table next to handwashing sink in kitchen area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink at front counter. Operator provided paper towels. Also observed no paper towels at handwashing sink in dishwashing area.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink in dishwashing area.
31B-03-4
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 expired training for Kiara. Certificate expired in 2024.
53B-14-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed above prep table in kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on prep table in kitchen area.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee personal drink stored in top reach in cooler across from cook line. Operator removed drink. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor at dishwashing area. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed an accumulation of debris in between steam table and reach in cooler.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at white chest reach in freezer at front counter.
14-69-4
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 handle in container of uncooked rice under prep table next to handwashing sink in kitchen area.
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed utensil handle stored in a container of mashed potatoes in top reach in cooler across from cook line.
10-06-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of single service containers stored on the floor in dry storage area.
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container of cooked pork in walk in cooler not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed plantains (frozen) thawing at room temperature on shelf under griddle. Operator moved plantains to reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler rusted. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at prep table at entrance to kitchen. Operator removed wiping cloth. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
17
Oct 14, 2024
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham and cheese empanadas (124 F - Hot Holding) at hot box front counter. As per operator for less than 30 minutes. And malanga (127 F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for less than 30 minutes. Operator turned up the thermostat to reheat the product at hot box and moved the malanga to be reheated.. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a spray bottle with cleaner stored next to jars with water at dining area. Operator relocated the spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine + 200 ppm). Operator added water to get Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100 ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0 ppm). Operator started to change the chlorine container. And set up the three compartment sink with chlorine. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed an operator cracking eggs with bare hands, wiped hands with the apron and then touched single service articles. Operator was instructed that he need to wash hands after cracking eggs.
12A-27-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked plantain inside of no food grade at walk in cooler. Operator was informed that thank you bags cannot be used.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Operator sent the can opener to the dishwasher area. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times, blocked by garbage can at preparation area.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink front counter and preparation area.
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of black and pink mold like substance in the interior of ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup inside of potatoes totes at reach in cooler.
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles.
23-24-4
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 inside of reduced oxygen packaged bearing a label at walk in cooler. Operator opened the individual packages. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water at dishwasher area.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed under cooking equipments at kitchen area.
36-01-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall at preparation area next to the grill. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
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 stored with handle touching the sugar.
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in water at 88°F. Operator discarded the water.
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet towels at preparation table kitchen area.
21-12-4
14
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored over plantains at reach in cooler kitchen area. Operator relocated the products. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located at dishwasher area.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Objects can opener soiled. Observed cutting board stained and groovy at kitchen preparation table. Operator sent the can opener to the three compartment sink to be cleaned. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed pink mold like substance interior ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two Cutting boards not cleanable and has cut marks at preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed some floor tiles in disrepair at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes and tears in wall at kitchen area and ware washing area. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water at 79°F. Operator discarded the water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed sausages not covered at reach in cooler. Operator covered the product. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves at walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed wall not smooth and easily cleanable at kitchen area next to kitchen equipment.
36-30-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
41
Sep 15, 2023
Routine - Food
9 critical violations. 9 major violations. 23 minor violations.
View 41 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking eggs with gloves and began preparing ready to eat foods. **Warning**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed dry rice and beans stored in soiled containers under preparation table at kitchen.
08B-27-4
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons and tongs stored in water at kitchen at 85F. Operator removed utensils from container. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-05-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed calamari stored over chicken nuggets at walk in freezer.
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken raw beef and raw fish stored over sauces and cooked chicken at reach in cooler at kitchen area. Operator rearranged items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
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 beef stored over raw beef and raw chicken over raw pork at walk in cooler.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed two containers of eggs stored at room temperature at kitchen. As operator less than 30 minutes. Operator removed and placed in reach in cooler.
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham and cheese empanadas (119F - Hot Holding); chicken empanadas (117F - Hot Holding) at hot box front counter. As per manager for two hours. Operator raised temperature to reheat products. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at hose at kitchen.
29-34-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. As per owner establishment has 10 employees and only two with employee training. **Warning**
53B-02-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No running water at mop sink at ware washing area. Operator turned on valves. **Corrected On-Site**
27-11-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food at coffee station. **Repeat Violation**
14-14-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. At hand wash sink at front counter.
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink at ware washing area. Operator turned on valves. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at kitchen preparation table soiled with old food debris. Observed cutting board stained and groovy at kitchen preparation table. Observed food slicer soiled at preparation table by ware washing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink at ware washing area not accessible. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in men's restroom. Operator placed roll of pepper towels at sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed pink like substance at ice machine at ware washing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed single service cup stored inside dessert mix. Operator removed single service cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in coo,er gaskets soiled at kitchen area. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed stained ceiling at kitchen area. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean utensils not protected under preparation table at kitchen area.
24-07-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees preparing food wearing jewelry.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with out hair restraint preparing food. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing tiles throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container of raw chicken on floor at walk in freezer. Operator placed item on shelves. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes and tears in wall at kitchen area and ware washing area. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed rusted reach in cooler shelves at reach in cooler at kitchen area. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at reach in cooler at kitchen. Observed build up of grease at hood vents at frying station. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled at front counter. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed two Cutting boards not cleanable and has cut marks at preparation area.
14-09-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow drain at hand wash sink at preparation area.
29-20-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed croquettes not cover in reach in freezer at front counter. Operator placed lit to cover products. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed sweet plantains thawing under preparation table. Operator removed and placed in reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed vegetables over cooked chicken at walk in cooler. Operator rearranged products. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves at walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled and stained walls at kitchen and ware washing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet at preparation sink and mop sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop at ware washing area stored in bucket not hanging to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle of scoop you king mash potatoes at reach in flip top cooler.
10-06-5
3
Mar 27, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 17 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the dishwashing machine chlorine sanitizing concentration at 10 ppm **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. **Repeat Violation**
22-49-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over smashed potatoes in the four door reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the reach in cooler by the kitchen service window cut tomato (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (49F - Cold Holding). Per operator less than two hours. Operator will put the food over ice.
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 in hot box ; meat empanadas (131F - Hot Holding); croquettes (125F - Hot Holding); chicken empanadas (121F - Hot Holding). Per operator less than two hours. Operator increased the temperature control to the mac to improve hot holding temperature **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board with food stain Observed the slicer. soiled with old food
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed kitchen hand wash sink blocked by a bucket.the bucket was removed. Observed the dishwashing area hand wash sink blocked by the mop bucket **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed the brush used at the coffee station is non food grade **Repeat Violation**
14-14-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the four door reach in cooler with soiled door handles
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the gasket in disrepair in the kitchen reach in cooler by the service window.
14-11-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a box of fries stored on the floor of the walk in cooler
08B-47-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed ice build up in the small refrigerator by the glass door drink reach in cooler located at the front area. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the rice scoop in standing water Water temperature 81F
10-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed the chocking poster to operator.
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
21-10-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cut carrots, cut lettuce, potatoes in the walk in cooler not covered. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed the shelves of the walk in cooler with rust **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed the wall behind the kitchen hand wash sink soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
13
Aug 9, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the chlorine sanitizing solution concentration at 10 ppm Operator must use the triple sink to sanitize equipment, utensils, china,silver and glass ware until the dish washing machine is repaired
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the reach in cooler drawer under steam table chicken (44F - Cold Holding). Per operator 1 hour. Chicken was moved to another reach in cooler. Unit ambient temperature 44 F **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the hand wash sink of the dishwashing area blocked by the mop bucket. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the kitchen and front counter hand wash sink.hand wash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed a non food grade brush being used at the coffee station. **Repeat Violation**
14-14-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed the ceiling paint of the kitchen ceiling peeling off **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing at the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall behind the kitchen hand wash sink in disrepair **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in the white reach-in freezer of the front counter.
14-69-4
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 the scoop handle in the rice container touching the food
10-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed carry out containers stored on the floor of the storage area **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed meat in the walk in freezer not covered Operator covered the meat **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
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 the sugar container by the coffee machine without name label.
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rinconcito Dadeland Midtown last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rinconcito Dadeland Midtown on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rinconcito Dadeland Midtown?
Across the inspection record, “walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust” has been cited 11 times, more than any other issue at Rinconcito Dadeland Midtown.
How does Rinconcito Dadeland Midtown compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Rinconcito Dadeland Midtown most recently scored 7 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Rinconcito Dadeland Midtown's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Rinconcito Dadeland Midtown have averaged around 19 violations per visit, down from roughly 22 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Rinconcito Dadeland Midtown 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 Rinconcito Dadeland Midtown inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rinconcito Dadeland Midtown is inspected around three times per year on average.
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