El Toro Loco Churrascaria in Cutler Bay

Last inspected:

18503 S Dixie Hwy, Cutler Bay, FL 33190
Overview

El Toro Loco Churrascaria in Cutler Bay averaged 12.5 violations per inspection across 30 inspections, more than double the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed but has received multiple formal warnings and compliance callbacks, particularly in recent months. High-priority violations have been recurring, including handwashing and hand-washing facilities violations cited in at least 5 inspections, employee health policy violations in 3 inspections, improper chemical storage in 6 inspections, food contact surface violations in 8 inspections, and consumer advisory violations in 9 inspections. Two inspections in August 2024 resulted in warnings after a complaint investigation documented management awareness failures, improper cooking temperatures, chemical storage violations, and time-as-control violations. Most recently, on November 17, 2025, a follow-up inspection found 24 violations and resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition, while an inspection the previous day on November 7, 2025 issued a warning after documenting 27 violations including food contact surface problems, chemical storage failures, and consumer advisory lapses. The facility's record shows persistent compliance challenges across multiple food safety categories.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

30Inspections
376Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

El Toro Loco Churrascaria in Cutler Bay: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 12.5 violations / inspection 12.5 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

El Toro Loco Churrascaria in Cutler Bay: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)

— 4 inspections31 violations · 12 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections24 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections42 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection16 violations · 6 high priority
— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

El Toro Loco Churrascaria in Cutler Bay: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Toro Loco Churrascaria in Cutler Bay last inspected?
El Toro Loco Churrascaria in Cutler Bay was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 17, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at El Toro Loco Churrascaria in Cutler Bay?
The most frequently cited violations at El Toro Loco Churrascaria in Cutler Bay are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has El Toro Loco Churrascaria in Cutler Bay had?
El Toro Loco Churrascaria in Cutler Bay has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Toro Loco Churrascaria in Cutler Bay find?
El Toro Loco Churrascaria in Cutler Bay was most recently inspected on November 17, 2025 with 13 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has El Toro Loco Churrascaria in Cutler Bay ever been shut down?
No, El Toro Loco Churrascaria in Cutler Bay has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.

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