Rinconcito De Alex El Paisa
Last inspected: Dec 4, 2025
58
Score
Public records show 13 inspections at Rinconcito De Alex El Paisa stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 4, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 22 violations to closer to 19 violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Rinconcito De Alex El Paisa's 58 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
13
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 4, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards at preparation table in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed soiled cutting boards at preparation table in kitchen. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both bathrooms of dining area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed at both bathrooms of dining area. **Repeat Violation **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles at reach in coolers throughout across from three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed soiled handles at reach in coolers throughout across from three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles in kitchen by three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed missing floor tiles in kitchen by three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cabbage container stored below prep table not at least 6 inches off the ground. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed cabbage container stored below prep table not at least 6 inches off the ground. **Time Extended**
08B-47-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed tongs on oven door handle at cook line. **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all reach in coolers throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed soiled gaskets in all reach in coolers throughout kitchen area. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior and shelves in reach in coolers throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed soiled interior and shelves in reach in coolers throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed at back door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: No vermin present during time of inspection. **Time Extended**
35B-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler next to steam table. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed standing water in reach in cooler next to steam table. **Time Extended**
29-49-6
58
Dec 3, 2025
Complaint Full
10 critical violations. 3 major violations. 25 minor violations.
View 38 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed rib broth (110F - Cooling) on preparation table, as per operator over two hours. **Warning**
03D-01-5
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed operator not wash hands for proper amount of time. Operator was coached on proper hand washing procedures. **Warning**
12A-17-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork stored over container of pealed potatoes in reach in cooler across from three compartment sink. **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw swai filets stored above cooked chicken on preparation table. Employee removed containers from preparation table. **Corrected On-Site** **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 chicken over raw swai filets in reach in cooler across from three compartment sink. **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach under utility sink next to reach in cooler at kitchen area. Also observed one live roach under preparation table by back door at kitchen area. **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pork (56F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler to the left of steam table, As per operator more than 4 hours. Operator discarded cooked pork. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (56F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler to the left of steam table, As per operator more than 4 hours. Operator discarded cooked pork. Also observed tostones (71F - Cold Holding); raw swai (71F - Cold Holding) ); raw pork (56F - Cold Holding); on preparation table in kitchen, As per operator less than 4 hours. Operator moved everything into reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed at steam table cooked chicken breast (112F - Hot Holding). Operator proceeded to reheat cooked chicken breast (146F - Reheating). Chicken did not reach minimum reheating temperature and operator proceeded to reheat cooked chicken breast (170F - Reheating). **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03E-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on steam table across from cook line cooked chicken breast (110F - Hot Holding); garbanzo soup (111F - Hot Holding); plantain soup (110F - Hot Holding),as per operator less than 4 hours. Operator reheated plantain soup (165F - Reheating); cooked chicken breast (170F - Reheating). **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator washing their hands on 3 compartment sink. Coached operator on proper procedures. **Warning**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards at preparation table in kitchen. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen to the right of three compartment sink with dirty utensils inside. Employee removed during time of inspection. Also observed at hand wash sink at front counter dirty utensils. Employee removed during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both bathrooms of dining area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed on preparation table container with drinking water. Employee removed during time of inspection **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone and bag stored on top of preparation table.employee removed during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed operator wearing a watch while preparing food during time of inspection. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed operator preparing food without hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floor throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles in kitchen by three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cabbage container stored below prep table not at least 6 inches off the ground. **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed swai fillets container stored on floor at kitchen area, employee stored properly during inspection. Also observed plastic bottle of food coloring on floor at cook line. Operator stored properly **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall under microwave in kitchen area. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle at cook line. **Warning**
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 on raw rice container next to reach in cooler at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
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 on cooked rice container at steam table. Operator removed during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-06-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at preparation table under cutting board wet wiping cloths. Employee removed during was coached on proper procedure. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of black grease and food debris in oven at cook line. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all reach in coolers throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed container of drinking water in reach in freezer. Employee discarded container during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior and shelves in reach in coolers throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed at back door. **Warning**
35B-09-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed several dry wiping clothes throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
21-10-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler next to steam table. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked food containers not covered at reach in cooler. Employee covered during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw swai fillets on standing water at kitchen area. **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed several wet wiping clothes throughput kitchen area. **Warning**
21-09-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles at reach in coolers throughout across from three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-24-4
5
Sep 5, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed next to coffee machine at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: **Time Extended**
14-14-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on both bathrooms. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on standing units at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : 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 licensed for 20 seats with approximately 35 seats in total at the time of the inspection. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen and front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed at front counter over blender, and over preparation table next to back door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Observed insect control device at the kitchen area was removed, only still at front counter. **Time Extended**
35B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in coolers across stove. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior on 3 standing units at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed on reach in coolers across stove at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. **Time Extended**
29-49-6
58
Sep 4, 2025
Complaint Full
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 19 minor violations.
View 28 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice (115F - Hot Holding) on steam table at kitchen area, as per employee over 4 hours. Employee segregated food to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee changing gloves without washing their hands. Coached employee on proper procedures. **Warning**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish filets stored above cut onions on reach in cooler at kitchen area, employee stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs next to press panini at kitchen area, as per employee approximately 45 minutes. Employee moved eggs to reach in cooler interior. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked beans (54F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler, as per employee over 4 hours. Employee segregated food to be discarded. Observed cooked rice (115F - Hot Holding) on steam table at kitchen area, as per employee over 4 hours. Employee segregated food to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beans (54F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler, as per employee over 4 hours. Employee segregated food to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutter at kitchen area, employee moved cutter to 3 compartment sink. Also observed raw cabbages stored on soiled container at kitchen area.**Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food container inside of hand wash sink at kitchen area, employee removed items during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed next to coffee machine at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-14-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on 2 white cutting boards at kitchen area. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal coffee on preparation table at kitchen area, employee discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee clothing stored on top of reach in coolers at front counter. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
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 licensed for 20 seats with approximately 35 seats in total at the time of the inspection. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen and front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of bananas stored on floor at kitchen area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed at front counter over blender, and over preparation table next to back door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in coolers across stove. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior on 3 standing units at kitchen area. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on preparation table at kitchen area. **Warning**
21-10-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed on reach in coolers across stove at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed croutons and potatoes sticks containers not covered at kitchen area. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed grease accumulated at cook line. Also observed dust accumulated on walls at kitchen area. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed croutons container not labeled with common name at kitchen area. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a case of plastic cups stored on floor on the hallway at the dine in. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on both bathrooms. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on sauce container at kitchen area, employee removed bowl during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on standing units at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-24-4
12
Sep 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at stand reach in freezer in kitchen raw chicken and beef stored over containers of plantains, fries and baked chicken. Employee began to reorganize freezer. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table reach in cooler chorizo sausage links (56F - Cold Holding); pork sausage links (51F - Cold Holding). As per employee from the night before. Employee removed to discard. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands in kitchen area three compartment sink.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at meat slicer.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed front counter hand sink blocked by coffee mugs stored inside. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen area hand sink used at dump sink with evidence of rice remnants inside.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Interference/obstruction with the inspector's right of entry and access at any reasonable time. At time of inspection observed employee not allowing entry without supervisor present. Employee called owner and owner allowed entry. **Corrected On-Site**
51-10-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at front counter coffee station. **Repeat Violation**
14-14-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at standing reach in freezer units in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
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 licensed for 20 seats with approximately 35 seat in total in establishment.
51-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at kitchen area.
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout front counter and kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed at kitchen hand wash sink, container of prepped yuca stored under sink uncovered/ exposed to hand wash splash.
08B-36-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at front counter, 2 boxes of oranges stored on floor. Operator stored onto crates. Observed at kitchen area, plastic gallon of cooking oil stored on floor. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at front counter lower reach in freezer.
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 in container of rice, employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed above prep table next to back exit door. Observed at front counter window above juice dispenser. **Repeat Violation**
35B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets to bottom reach in cooler prep table across from cook line soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at cook line metal shelf and shelf above steam table, tin foil torn.
14-20-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler next to steam table in kitchen.
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at front counter a container of sugar at coffee station left uncovered. Observed at steam table under spaced/grated storage shelf containers of soups, beans and ribs stored uncovered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood components dirty with accumulated grease. Observed attached fan heavily soiled at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
19
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
23
Aug 29, 2024
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 3 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket stored over ice machine. Operator relocated the sanitizer bucket to the bottom part of a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine +200 ppm). Operator added water to get Triple Sink (Chlorine 100 ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +200 ppm). Operator added water to get Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100 ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed ground beef stored inside of thank bag at steam table. Operator changed the bag to a food grade bag. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork stored over vegetables salad and empanadas at reach in freezers. **Repeat Violation**
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 pork stored over sweet plantains at reach in cooler. Operator started to relocate the products. **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 ground beef (112 F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the product to the stove to be reheated. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed deserts rice with milk not labeled as specified by law at reach in cooler front counter.
02D-02-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed deserts not properly date marked at reach in cooler. As per operator was received two days ago.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food at coffee station.
14-14-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle stored inside of flour container under preparation table. Operator discarded the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pots and pans not inverted stored on floor next to mop sink.
24-05-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots and pans stored on floor next to mop sink.
24-07-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed two open containers with juice on preparation table. As per operator employee beverage.
12B-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container with vegetables stored on floor u dear preparation table.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed the utensils inside of containers stored on floor. Operator moved the utensils to the steam table. **Corrected On-Site**
10-04-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in water at 88°F on floor. Operator moved the utensils to the steam table. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect control device installed over preparation table next to exit door kitchen area.
35B-02-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of the oven heavy accumulation of black substance.
22-08-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
35B-03-4
Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair at the back of the kitchen.
35B-09-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping towels at cutting board preparation table. Operator removed the towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
13
Feb 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
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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 empanadas stored with raw pork located in the 3 door reach in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef liver stored above maduros located in the standing reach in freezer.
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cooking utensils stored in kitchen unit. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
67
Aug 31, 2023
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
95
Aug 29, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs stored above butter located in the reach in cooler,prep unit. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container with kitchen utensils stored in the kitchen unit. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulation of grease. **Warning**
36-50-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven soiled. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed drain pipe leaking at the kitchen hand washing sink. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 3 dead maggots by the back door, operator removed and discarded, cleaned and disinfected area. **Warning**
35A-06-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed for the standing reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at the prep reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed tomatoes stored above bottles of dressings located in the standing reach in cooler by the warmer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-17-4
52
Jul 19, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs stored above sautéed onions located in the prep reach in cooler. Observed raw beef liver stored above cooked sliced pork,cooked ground beef located in the standing reach in cooler by the back door. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef,pork stored above sweet plantains located in the 2 door reach in cooler,standing unit.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed employee drink stored with drinking ice,ice machine.
08B-56-4
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/ At the time of the inspection observed 4 employees working at the establishment.
53A-05-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed for the bulk beans bin **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed for the 3 door reach in freezer.
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed for the white unit,kitchen.
14-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. Operator wash rinse sanitize scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled,prep unit Observed exterior of bulk bin,beans soiled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed by the steam table.
36-27-5
39
Apr 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulation grease and food debris,prep unit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-06: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in the prep unit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-06: **Time Extended**
29-49-6
90
Sep 14, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rinconcito De Alex El Paisa last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rinconcito De Alex El Paisa on file is from Dec 4, 2025. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rinconcito De Alex El Paisa?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Rinconcito De Alex El Paisa.
How does Rinconcito De Alex El Paisa compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Rinconcito De Alex El Paisa most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Rinconcito De Alex El Paisa's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Rinconcito De Alex El Paisa have averaged around 19 violations per visit, down from roughly 22 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Rinconcito De Alex El Paisa means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Rinconcito De Alex El Paisa inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rinconcito De Alex El Paisa is inspected around four times per year on average.
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