Restaurant El Trovador in Homestead
Last inspected:
1657 Ne 8 St, Homestead, FL 33033Restaurant El Trovador #2 in Homestead has accumulated 515 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 14.3 violations per visit. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $400. Top recurring violations include food contact surfaces (26), time as control (22), and proper ventilation (22). Recent enforcement activity intensified in mid-2025, with an emergency order recommended on August 13 following an inspection documenting 16 violations including 6 high-priority citations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Restaurant El Trovador in Homestead: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
14.3
violations / inspection
14.3 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
Restaurant El Trovador in Homestead: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018062438 | $400.00 | Nov 29, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2018041752 | $200.00 | Jul 25, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Restaurant El Trovador in Homestead: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 4 inspections35 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections35 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections29 violations · 16 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 7 inspections63 violations · 45 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 8 inspections95 violations · 50 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Restaurant El Trovador in Homestead: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Restaurant El Trovador in Homestead last inspected?
- Restaurant El Trovador #2 in Homestead was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 14, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Restaurant El Trovador in Homestead?
- The most frequently cited violations at Restaurant El Trovador #2 in Homestead are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Time as control.
- How many health inspections has Restaurant El Trovador in Homestead had?
- Restaurant El Trovador #2 in Homestead has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 14.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Restaurant El Trovador in Homestead find?
- Restaurant El Trovador #2 in Homestead was most recently inspected on August 14, 2025 with 7 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Restaurant El Trovador in Homestead ever been shut down?
- No, Restaurant El Trovador #2 in Homestead has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- 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.
- Has Restaurant El Trovador in Homestead faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Restaurant El Trovador #2 in Homestead has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Restaurant El Trovador in Homestead been fined?
- Restaurant El Trovador #2 in Homestead has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
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