El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay

Last inspected:

18601 South Dixie Hwy, Cutler Bay, FL 33157
Overview

El Palacio de los Jugos in Cutler Bay has accumulated 408 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.4 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent and fly activity. In late 2023, inspectors conducted daily callbacks over four consecutive days after an emergency order, with the facility failing to comply on three separate visits before eventually meeting standards. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation, single-use item handling, and food contact surface issues.

Most recent closure: November 7, 2023 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

35Inspections
420Violations
2Closures
$1,760in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 12 violations / inspection 12 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 10:40:00
Rodent & fly activity N/A

El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,760.00

Disciplinary action history for El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2023060965 $800.00 Oct 27, 2023 Fort Lauderdale
1--2023064617 $800.00 Nov 7, 2023 Miami (Doral)
1--2022009121 $160.00 Dec 10, 2021 Miami (Doral)

El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)

— 4 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection6 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 12 inspections95 violations · 55 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections38 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections21 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections26 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay: Frequently Asked Questions

Is El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay under active enforcement?
Records show 5 emergency order inspections between October 30, 2023 and November 9, 2023. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
When was El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay last inspected?
El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 23, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay last shut down?
El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay was last shut down on November 7, 2023 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay?
The most frequently cited violations at El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay had?
El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay find?
El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay was most recently inspected on April 23, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay ever been shut down?
Yes, El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
Has El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,760.00 in fines.
How much has El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay been fined?
El Palacio De Los Jugos in Cutler Bay has been fined a total of $1,760.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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