El Gallito Grill in Miami

Last inspected:

205 Sw 8th Ave, Miami, FL 33130
Overview

El Gallito Grill in Miami has accumulated 415 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 13.4 violations per visit. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $440 in fines. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of repeated non-compliance: in November 2024, inspectors issued a warning for 33 violations, then returned two days later finding 16 more violations in a callback inspection. The most frequently cited issues involve cleaning multi-use utensils, proper ventilation, and chemical storage.

Most recent closure: April 24, 2026 for temperature violations (storage).

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

33Inspections
448Violations
1Closures
$440in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

El Gallito Grill in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 13.6 violations / inspection 13.6 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

El Gallito Grill in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for El Gallito Grill in Miami
DateReasonReopened
Temperature violations (storage) 09:26:00

El Gallito Grill in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $440.00

Disciplinary action history for El Gallito Grill in Miami
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2019063227 $280.00 Nov 20, 2019 Fort Lauderdale
1--2015025597 $160.00 Jun 3, 2015 Fort Lauderdale

El Gallito Grill in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)

— 3 inspections34 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection14 violations · 10 high priority
— 5 inspections54 violations · 33 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections35 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections33 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections34 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority

El Gallito Grill in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Gallito Grill in Miami last inspected?
El Gallito Grill in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 25, 2026. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Time Extension.
When was El Gallito Grill in Miami last shut down?
El Gallito Grill in Miami was last shut down on April 24, 2026 for temperature violations (storage). This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at El Gallito Grill in Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at El Gallito Grill in Miami are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation, Time as control.
How many health inspections has El Gallito Grill in Miami had?
El Gallito Grill in Miami has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Gallito Grill in Miami find?
El Gallito Grill in Miami was most recently inspected on April 25, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Time Extension.
Has El Gallito Grill in Miami ever been shut down?
Yes, El Gallito Grill in Miami has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 V35 (Single-use items) mean?
Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
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.
Has El Gallito Grill in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, El Gallito Grill in Miami has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $440.00 in fines.
How much has El Gallito Grill in Miami been fined?
El Gallito Grill in Miami has been fined a total of $440.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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