El Rinconcito Latino in Miami
Last inspected:
10481 Sw 40 St, Miami, FL 33165El Rinconcito Latino in Miami has accumulated 556 violations across 43 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.9 per visit, more than three times the Miami-Dade County average. The facility was shut down once in 2022 for roach and fly activity, followed by a pattern of repeated warnings and callbacks through 2023. Fire safety inspections documented defective portable fire extinguishers in the walking freezer room, cited from 2017 through 2018. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines, with top recurring violations in ventilation systems, food contact surfaces, and consumer advisories.
Most recent closure: April 25, 2022 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Rinconcito Latino in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
12.9
violations / inspection
12.9 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 Rinconcito Latino in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)
El Rinconcito Latino in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022021095 | $400.00 | May 25, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 1--2016044886 | $200.00 | Aug 30, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
El Rinconcito Latino in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. In walking freezer room. - From follow-up inspection 2018-05-07: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. In walking freezer room. **Time Extended**
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 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. In walking freezer room.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
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 Rinconcito Latino in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (43)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections54 violations · 38 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 5 inspections39 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections41 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 11 inspections90 violations · 55 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections34 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
El Rinconcito Latino in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Rinconcito Latino in Miami last inspected?
- El Rinconcito Latino in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was El Rinconcito Latino in Miami last shut down?
- El Rinconcito Latino in Miami was last shut down on April 25, 2022 for roach & fly activity. 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 Rinconcito Latino in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Rinconcito Latino in Miami are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has El Rinconcito Latino in Miami had?
- El Rinconcito Latino in Miami has had 43 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Rinconcito Latino in Miami find?
- El Rinconcito Latino in Miami was most recently inspected on January 16, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Rinconcito Latino in Miami ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Rinconcito Latino in Miami has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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 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.
- Has El Rinconcito Latino in Miami had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Rinconcito Latino in Miami has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Rinconcito Latino in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Rinconcito Latino in Miami has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has El Rinconcito Latino in Miami been fined?
- El Rinconcito Latino in Miami has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has El Rinconcito Latino in Miami operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Rinconcito Latino Cafeteria (2017-2018).
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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).
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