El Meson Del Paraiso Restaurant in Miami
Last inspected:
12820 Sw 120 St, Miami, FL 33186El Meson del Paraiso in Miami has averaged 11.2 violations per inspection across 25 inspections since 2016, more than double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent across the facility's inspection history, with handwashing procedures, proper cooking temperatures, employee health policy, approved food sources, and chemical storage cited repeatedly. The facility received a Warning Issued disposition on March 6, 2026 following 45 violations in a single routine inspection, including five high-priority findings related to chemical storage, approved food sources, shell stock requirements, food contact surfaces, and proper cooking temperatures. Most recently, on March 9, 2026, an inspection documented 15 violations and resulted in a Call Back disposition with an extension given, pending resolution. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure on record.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Meson Del Paraiso Restaurant in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
El Meson Del Paraiso Restaurant in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 3 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections31 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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El Meson Del Paraiso Restaurant in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Meson Del Paraiso Restaurant in Miami last inspected?
- El Meson Del Paraiso Restaurant in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 5, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at El Meson Del Paraiso Restaurant in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Meson Del Paraiso Restaurant in Miami are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has El Meson Del Paraiso Restaurant in Miami had?
- El Meson Del Paraiso Restaurant in Miami has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Meson Del Paraiso Restaurant in Miami find?
- El Meson Del Paraiso Restaurant in Miami was most recently inspected on May 5, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has El Meson Del Paraiso Restaurant in Miami ever been shut down?
- No, El Meson Del Paraiso Restaurant in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
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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.
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