Rinconcito Latino 8th Street
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
64
Score
Rinconcito Latino 8th Street appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 23, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near 10 violations per visit.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shells eggs stored over ground garlic and boliche sauce in walk in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed flip top reach in cooler gaskets soiled. During the inspection employee cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed several cooked foods stored in walk in cooler not covered. During the inspection employee covered it. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
64
Aug 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked shredded beef (56F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (55F - Cold Holding); salsa criollo (53F - Cold Holding); raw burger (54F - Cold Holding), stored in 2 doors glass standing reach in cooler locate at cooking line. As per operator food was taken to the preparation area because employees were cleaning the reach in cooler. As per employee food was stored outside the the reach in cooler for less than 2 hours.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork legs and cooked pork belly in the walk-in cooler held for over 24 hours without any date labeling. During the inspection, the employee labeled the items accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. During inspection employee cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. During the inspection employee cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**
16-21-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at cooking line.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip top reach in cooler gaskets torn, located at cooking line.
14-11-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed 2 doors standing reach in cooler interior soiled, located near the hand sink at cooking line. During the inspection employee cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed 2 doors glass standing reach in cooler gaskets rusted, located at cooking line.
14-33-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed Flan not covered while stored in the reach-in cooler located at the front counter. During the inspection employee covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas.
36-27-5
50
Dec 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employees food handler certificates expired 12-10-24 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Observed employee training expired at time of callback **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 on site. Inspector emailed form. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Observed no form or kit at time of callback **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath exterior screen door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Observed gap underneath screen door at time of callback **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer as well as walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Observed ice buildup in chest reach in freezer and walk in freezer **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster available. Inspector provided form via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Observed no poster at time of callback **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted surfaces in all reach in coolers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Observed rust in coolers at time of callback **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves rusted in walk in cooler and freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Observed shelves rusted at callback **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mops stored inside bucket. Operator hung mops for proper air drying. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Observed mop inside bucket. Not properly hung to hair dry. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed door in men's restroom not self closing. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Observed door not self closing **Time Extended**
32-04-4
58
Dec 16, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored above mayonnaise. Operator moved bacon to other shelf. Observed breaded raw steak stored above cooked chicken in reach in across stove. Operator moved steak to bottom of cooler shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Dessert cooler in lobby: rice pudding (46F - Cold Holding); flan (46F - Cold Holding); bread pudding (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator, desserts were prepared Saturday. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Under griddle: ham (60F - Cold Holding); tomatoes diced (61F - Cold Holding). As per operator, food has been there less than 4 hours prior to inspection. Operator moved to other cooler. Observed Dessert cooler in lobby: rice pudding (46F - Cold Holding); flan (46F - Cold Holding); bread pudding (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator, desserts were prepared Saturday. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed frozen meat stored inside to go bags in walk in freezer. **Warning**
14-31-5
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 on site. Inspector emailed form. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employees food handler certificates expired 12-10-24 **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed door in men's restroom not self closing. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup inside bag flour in storage area. Operator removed cups. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
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 cooler under griddle not keeping food cold. The following foods stored inside: ham (60F - Cold Holding); tomatoes diced (61F - Cold Holding). As per operator, food has been there less than 4 hours prior to inspection. Operator moved to other cooler. Observed dessert cooler in lobby not keeping food cold. The following foods stored inside: rice pudding (46F - Cold Holding); flan (46F - Cold Holding); bread pudding (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator, desserts were prepared Saturday. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cup stored on prep table where steam table is. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath exterior screen door. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer as well as walk in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster available. Inspector provided form via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed air vents in walk in cooler and freezer soiled. Observed outside of ice machine soiled with dust. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted surfaces in all reach in coolers. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed trays of fish in walk in freezer not covered. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves rusted in walk in cooler and freezer. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mops stored inside bucket. Operator hung mops for proper air drying. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
25
Jul 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
45
Mar 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over cooked chicken, and cooked beef stored in reach in cooler located at cooking line. Employee removed items, and placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled, located at preparation area. Employee cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in freezer floor soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with seasoning inside stored on the floor at dry storage, located near walk in freezer. Employee removed item, and placed it correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located at cooking line.
23-03-4
Basic - Observed Cutting boards has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at preparation areas, and cooking line.
14-09-4
Basic - Observed Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located near the coffee station.
14-69-4
Basic - Observed Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
22-16-4
58
Aug 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker for spray hose at 3 compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-04: No vacuum breaker for spray hose at 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 3 cutting boards with cut marks in cook line and food prep area no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-04: Observed 3 cutting boards with cut marks in cook line and food prep area no longer cleanable. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled at the food preparation area, cook line, dishwasher area, and walk in cooler underneath shelves. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-04: Observed floor soiled at the food preparation area, cook line, dishwasher area, and walk in cooler underneath shelves. **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. Observed reach in cooler across food prep area with soiled gasket. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-04: Observed reach in cooler across food prep area with soiled gasket. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
74
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 6 major violations. 17 minor violations.
View 30 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed a thank you bag containing lemon coconut dessert. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Dry storage area: can of Black Flag spray stored on to to the stand up reach in cooler in front of the walk in freezer.
41-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over food grade bucket of sauce inside reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed whip spread at (60F - Cold Holding) next to drink area and underneath food preparation area in kitchen. As per operator, placed there for about three hours. Operator removed and placed inside walk in freezer for cooling. Kitchen top reach in cooler cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (55F - Cold Holding); shredded pork (57F - Cold Holding) ; cream cheese (51F - Cold Holding). Ambient temperature 58-69F. As per operator, food was placed at kitchen top reach in cooler about two and a half hours ago. Operator placed service call and iced down containers. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed two spray cans of WD-40 on top of food preparation area in back. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker for spray hose at 3 compartment sink.
29-34-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth sanitizer near 3 compartment sink at 100+ppm. Operator discarded and placed new chlorine sanitizer in sanitizing bucket at 50PPM. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork inside walk in cooler with no date label. As per operator, pork was made two days ago. Operator put correct date label. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed coffee mug inside hand wash sink in back preparation area. Observed employee washing rags at hand washing sink near back preparation area.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observe menu in establishment in English and Spanish. Establishment offers on the menu eggs any style and beef any style to be desired temperature of the customer. Operator states that steak can be cooked at any temperature but the menu states "In this restaurant we only serve 100 percent cooked meat. Raw meat is not good for your health."
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed several containers of salt, pepper, and other seasonings not labeled in dry storage area. Operator put correct labels. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-02-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No written Consumer Advisory in English. Observe menu in establishment in English and Spanish. Establishment offers on the menu eggs any style and beef any style to be desired temperature of the customer. Operator states that steak can be cooked at any temperature but the menu states "In this restaurant we only serve 100 percent cooked meat. Raw meat is not good for your health." Discussed with the operator and provided the Consumer Advisory in English. **Corrective Action Taken**
02B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dishwasher soiled.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle inside egg mix in the walk in cooler. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard inside shelves of walk in cooler with bags of yuca and sweet plantains. Observed cardboard at dry storage area with coffee and seasonings stored on it.
14-05-4
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 cooler and glass double door reach in cooler by chest freezer in kitchen with ambient temperature 58-69F. Observed cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (55F - Cold Holding); shredded pork (57F - Cold Holding) ; cream cheese (51F - Cold Holding)
14-74-7
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 3 cutting boards with cut marks in cook line and food prep area no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone on top of back preparation area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled at the food preparation area, cook line, dishwasher area, and walk in cooler underneath shelves.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in reach in chest freezer near food preparation area.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs on pipe above cook line. Operator removed immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled right across cook line.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. Observed reach in cooler across food prep area with soiled gasket. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed walk in freezer missing light bulb.
38-04-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed tin foil used as shelf cover is torn in the kitchen across the steam table.
14-20-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork legs not covered inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop inside bucket not hung up to dry in storage area.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on white cutting board next to cook line.
21-12-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Observed wet wiping cloth stored in soap and chlorine sanitizer at the bar area. Operator discarded solution and put new chlorine sanitizer.
21-03-4
8
Oct 13, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
43
Aug 9, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rinconcito Latino 8th Street last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rinconcito Latino 8th Street on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rinconcito Latino 8th Street?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Rinconcito Latino 8th Street.
How does Rinconcito Latino 8th Street compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Rinconcito Latino 8th Street most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Rinconcito Latino 8th Street's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rinconcito Latino 8th Street have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Rinconcito Latino 8th Street 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 Latino 8th Street inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rinconcito Latino 8th Street is inspected around three times per year on average.
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