El Caminante Rest&cafeteria in Miami

Last inspected:

11351 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 331741196
Overview

El Caminante Rest & Cafeteria in Miami has recorded 23 inspections over the past three years with 190 total violations, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection—significantly higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent and severe, including repeated failures in employee health policy and reporting (cited in at least 5 inspections), handwashing and hand-arm washing compliance (cited in at least 6 inspections), and shell stock requirements (cited in at least 3 recent inspections). Additional high-priority findings include improper food cooking temperatures, consumer advisory failures, food in poor condition, and parasite destruction violations. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on March 5, 2026 identified 9 violations including repeated handwashing and shell stock violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
190Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

El Caminante Rest&cafeteria in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 8.3 violations / inspection 8.3 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 Caminante Rest&cafeteria in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections37 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

El Caminante Rest&cafeteria in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Caminante Rest&cafeteria in Miami last inspected?
El Caminante Rest&cafeteria in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at El Caminante Rest&cafeteria in Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at El Caminante Rest&cafeteria in Miami are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has El Caminante Rest&cafeteria in Miami had?
El Caminante Rest&cafeteria in Miami has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Caminante Rest&cafeteria in Miami find?
El Caminante Rest&cafeteria in Miami was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has El Caminante Rest&cafeteria in Miami ever been shut down?
No, El Caminante Rest&cafeteria 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.

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