Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral
Last inspected:
8383 Nw 12 St, Doral, FL 33126Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral has accumulated 461 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 13.2 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, once for fly activity and once for roach activity. In February 2025, inspectors conducted daily callbacks over five consecutive days, finding repeated non-compliance with emergency orders and high-priority violations. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,600 in fines, with recurring violations involving food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and improper chemical storage.
Most recent closure: February 12, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
13.2
violations / inspection
13.2 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
Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral: Emergency Closure History (2)
Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025008876 | $800.00 | Feb 12, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2024064021 | $400.00 | Nov 6, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2015045733 | $400.00 | Oct 7, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 10 inspections62 violations · 44 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections34 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections40 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral last inspected?
- Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral last shut down?
- Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral was last shut down on February 12, 2025 for roach 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 Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral?
- The most frequently cited violations at Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral had?
- Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral find?
- Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral was most recently inspected on February 17, 2026 with 16 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral ever been shut down?
- Yes, Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- 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.
- Has Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral been fined?
- Alegria by El Rancherito in Doral has been fined a total of $1,600.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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