Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
37
Score
Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant has been inspected 10 times since 2022. On Mar 30, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near 10 violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Food stored in a container that previously held a toxic substance. See stop sale. Observed raw chicken in three compartment sink stored in sanitizer solution. Manager was requested and made discard the item. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-32-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. **Repeat Violation**
02D-02-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handles at reach in cooler at kitchen.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Manager fixed while conducting the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
36-32-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Unit at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at reach in cooler cooked food ( not in cooling process) properly covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting.
36-10-4
37
Jul 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef on top in use container with limes. Inside reach in cooler. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed box of oranges on the floor behind front counter. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-01-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker attached to hose bib next to back door .
29-34-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Maria Moreno working without manager certification working over 60days. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed 2 plastic containers with sugar and seasoning not labeled behind oven. Manager labeled properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked shredded beef not date marked inside walk in cooler. As per manager less than more than 24 hours. Manager dated properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled next to 3 compartment sink. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food behind back preparation table.
22-16-4
41
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
43
Oct 11, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding); and cooked peas and carrots (56F - Cold Holding) in rear upright reach in cooler. As per operator, for more than 24 hours. Indicated to operator products could not be sold to public.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding); and cooked peas and carrots (56F - Cold Holding) in rear upright reach in cooler. As per operator, for more than 24 hours. Indicated to operator products could not be sold to public.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice at 122F hot holding, as per operator for 10 minutes. Operator put pan of rice in oven to reheat for hot holding **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink.
29-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs being stored over cooked plantains in reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed cook without knowledge of how to calibrate a thermometer. Coached employee on proper method. Operator calibrated Probe Thermometer using Ice Bath Method. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-16-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed coffee cup in front hand wash sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed operator without knowledge of how to calibrate thermometer. Coached kitchen staff on how to calibrate thermometer properly. Operator calibrated Probe Thermometer using Ice Bath Method. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-14-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air conditioner vents soiled and with grease build up through out the kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed 3 compartment sink not used in correct order. Observed sanitizer in the middle. Coached operator on proper set up and usage. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-13-5
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed a missing faucet handle at 3 compartment sink.
29-09-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed threshold of door repair by base of back door.
36-24-5
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed grease build up under hood.
36-68-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in ice cream freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulb over pass station without light shield. Indicated to operator that light bulb must be protected.
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in neither womens or mens bathroom **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Observed screen door not attached to threshold of door, proped in place.
36-60-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers of pork belly in reach in cooler not covered. Also, observed bins of rice and beans with inadequate lids to protect product.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in dining room area wet wiping cloths not stored.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple squeeze bottles at cook line not labeled. Indicated to operator to label bottles.
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above sauté line.
36-36-4
18
May 7, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in upright reach in cooler along the wall at cook line raw chicken, raw fish stored over ready to eat marinara sauce.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in upright reach in cooler along the wall at cook line raw chicken stored over raw fish.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee cleaning preparation table to cleaning dishes to cup carrots without washing hands after changing tasks.
12A-07-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a cup with employees coffee beverage stored on the shelf above the preparation table next to the microwave.
12B-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave soiled with food residue, located over the preparation table at cook line.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Han sink at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
55
Jan 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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. Denias Sanchez, Juan F chica, Veronica Velazquez. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-03: Employee training not available during callback inspection. **Admin Complaint**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler door handle broken, reach in cooler located next to the fryers. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-03: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
86
Sep 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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. Denias Sanchez, Juan F chica, Veronica Velazquez. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-22: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler door handle broken, reach in cooler located next to the fryers. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-22: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in freezer located in front of the oven in the cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-22: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
82
Sep 15, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the reach in cooler located in front of the preparation table observed raw chicken stored above raw fish.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked mix veggies (48F - Cold Holding), in Reach in cooler next to the fryers, as per cook stored in this cooler for more than 4 hours. Employee discarded food onsite.
03A-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.
11-27-4
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/
53A-05-6
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. Employee reporting agreement provided to owner.
11-26-1
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. Denias Sanchez, Juan F chica, Veronica Velazquez.
53B-05-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Grease and soiled buildup on the reach in cooler door handle, reach in cooler located next to the fryers.
23-24-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler door handle broken, reach in cooler located next to the fryers.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under the dishwasher machine and cooking equipments in the kitchen
36-73-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In the steam table scoop handle touching the cooked rice.
10-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior has old food accumulation.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink located in the kitchen.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sugar container exterior soiled, Sugar container located underneath the preparation table in the cook line area, observed small burner soiled with heavy grease accumulation.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in freezer located in front of the oven in the cook line.
14-33-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer in front of the oven in the cook line.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Cut tomatoes in the reach in cooler located in front of the preparation table in the cook lune area.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken, raw fish fillets thawing in standing water on the preparation table in the kitchen
06-01-5
25
Jan 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked ready to eat plantains in upright cooler next to prep table. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. At time of inspection. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled from reach in cooler next to fry station. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Observed the establishment offers ceviche cooked only in lime juice, served raw not identified as raw in the menu. **Warning**
02B-04-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen area. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates ready to be used not stored inverted. Person in charge had them inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a tile broken and missing in wall next to rice cooker. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave with food debris in front of steam table. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizer water at prep table next to upright freezer. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles not labeled next to steam table. **Warning**
02D-01-5
45
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Observed rinse hose with no air gap in three compartment sink.
29-44-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked beef in reach in cooler next to fryers. Employees rotated items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed 2 pans with cooked beef labeled 7/15/22. As per manager more than 7 days from prep, discarded the product.
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 2 pans with cooked beef labeled 7/15/22. As per manager more than 7 days from prep, discarded the product.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (46 F - Cold Holding); lettuce (49 F - Cold Holding). As per manager less than 1 hour. Moved product to walk-in cooler to rapid cool. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose in three compartment sink without a vacuum breaker.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled in prep area.
22-02-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles broken in cooking area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled next to steam line.
22-08-4
Basic - Vending machine exterior soiled. Observed hoods soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-01-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking on hand wash by coffe station.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizer water at prep table area. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards grooved at prep table area. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a no handle bowl used to dispense rice in steam table, and one to dispense beans in upright cooler.
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles on reach in coolers soiled in prep area.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents and tiles soiled throughout the kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing, rinsing a pan and not sanitizing. Manager had pans run through dish machine, while sanitizer stage was being set up.
16-13-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap at bottom exit door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
20
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant.
How does Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant 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 Paisa Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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