El Atlacatl in Miami
Last inspected:
466 Sw 17 Ave, Miami, FL 331353627El Atlacatl in Miami has accumulated 393 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.3 per visit. The facility has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,400 in fines. Fire inspections documented repeated citations for cooking equipment without proper hood suppression systems, a violation cited in both 2025 and earlier years under the prior operator name Atlacatl Restaurant. Top recurring violations include food contact surfaces, proper ventilation, and consumer advisory issues. February 2024 inspections show a spike in enforcement activity with 34 violations documented in a single visit, followed by an administrative complaint recommendation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Atlacatl in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
12.3
violations / inspection
12.3 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
El Atlacatl in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024009961 | $200.00 | Feb 19, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2019046905 | $200.00 | Jul 9, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2015040835 | $800.00 | Aug 12, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 1--2015027265 | $200.00 | Jun 10, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
El Atlacatl in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Observed inside the kitchen: establishment added a single gas burner not underneath the hood system **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Observed inside the kitchen: establishment added a single gas burner not underneath the hood system
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By back of kitchen entrance
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By back of kitchen entrance
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
El Atlacatl in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 2 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections37 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections34 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 20 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
El Atlacatl in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Atlacatl in Miami last inspected?
- El Atlacatl in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 5, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at El Atlacatl in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Atlacatl in Miami are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has El Atlacatl in Miami had?
- El Atlacatl in Miami has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Atlacatl in Miami find?
- El Atlacatl in Miami was most recently inspected on December 5, 2025 with 7 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Atlacatl in Miami ever been shut down?
- No, El Atlacatl in Miami 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- 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 El Atlacatl in Miami had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Atlacatl in Miami has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Atlacatl in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Atlacatl in Miami has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
- How much has El Atlacatl in Miami been fined?
- El Atlacatl in Miami has been fined a total of $1,400.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has El Atlacatl in Miami operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Atlacatl Restaurant (2015-2015).
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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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