When was Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami last inspected?

Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.

What are the most common violations at Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami?

The most frequently cited violations at Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.

How many health inspections has Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami had?

Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 16.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami find?

Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 12 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.

Has Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami ever been shut down?

No, Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?

Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.

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 Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami had any fire safety violations?

Yes, Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

Has Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?

Yes, Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.

How much has Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami been fined?

Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

Has Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami operated under other names?

Yes, this location previously operated as: Las Vegas Cuban Cusine (2016).

Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami

Last inspected: March 11, 2026

11995 Sw 26 St, Miami, FL 33175

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Rancho Mateo Steakhouse Corp
DBPR License: SEA2325748
Previously: Las Vegas Cuban Cusine (2016)

Overview

Rancho Mateo Steakhouse accumulated 531 violations across 32 inspections from 2016 through March 2026, averaging 16.6 violations per inspection — more than three times the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. High-priority violations were chronic and recurrent, including employee health policy violations appearing in at least 5 inspections, improper chemical storage cited in 8 inspections, and shell stock handling violations documented in multiple inspections. Consumer advisory violations, proper cooking temperature violations, and food contact surface violations were cited repeatedly throughout the inspection record. Fire safety violations were documented on three occasions, including flammables stored near sources of ignition in 2024 and a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone in 2016. The facility received one formal disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The three most recent inspections in March 2026 yielded 102 combined violations. An inspection on March 9, 2026 resulted in a Warning Issued and found six high-priority violations. An inspection on March 10, 2026 resulted in an Admin Complaint Recommended disposition. The most recent inspection on March 11, 2026 documented 21 violations and resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

32Inspections

531Violations

0Closures

3Fire

$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: March 11, 2026

Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 16.6 violations / inspection 16.6 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

Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami
Action Date	Case Number	Fine	Violation Date	Enforcement Office
Jun 5, 2024	1--2023065711	$200.00	Sep 1, 2023	Miami (Doral)

Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

2024 — 2 fire violations

May 30, 2024 — Routine - Food · Call Back - Complied

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only. Gas water heater room. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-30: **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.

May 29, 2024 — Routine - Food · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only. Gas water heater room.

2016 — 1 fire violation

Mar 9, 2016 — Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.

Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)

2026 — 3 inspections34 violations · 22 high priority

Mar 11, 2026 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 10, 2026 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 9, 2026 — Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued

2025 — 5 inspections31 violations · 18 high priority

Jul 24, 2025 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 16, 2025 — Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 15, 2025 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 6, 2025 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 2, 2025 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

2024 — 2 inspections31 violations · 16 high priority

May 30, 2024 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V49 Non-food contact surfaces

V53 Outer openings protected

May 29, 2024 — Routine - Food· 20 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V49 Non-food contact surfaces

V53 Outer openings protected

2023 — 3 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority

Sep 1, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 7, 2023 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V42 Equipment condition

Mar 1, 2023 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

2022 — 4 inspections46 violations · 30 high priority

Sep 19, 2022 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 11, 2022 — Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Mar 11, 2022 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V42 Equipment condition

Mar 10, 2022 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V42 Equipment condition

2021 — 3 inspections45 violations · 29 high priority

Sep 22, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 31, 2021 — Complaint Full· 21 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 13, 2021 — Routine - Food· 18 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

2020 — 3 inspections27 violations · 21 high priority

Nov 20, 2020 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V42 Equipment condition

Aug 12, 2020 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Jan 23, 2020 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

2019 — 4 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority

Aug 26, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 23, 2019 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Apr 12, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V16 Proper cooking temps

Apr 11, 2019 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

2018 — 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority

Dec 4, 2018 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 22, 2018 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

2016 — 3 inspections40 violations · 27 high priority

Nov 30, 2016 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 30, 2016 — Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 16, 2016 — Routine - Food· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami last inspected?: Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami?: The most frequently cited violations at Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami had?: Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 16.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami find?: Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 12 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami ever been shut down?: No, Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?: Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
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 Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami had any fire safety violations?: Yes, Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?: Yes, Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami been fined?: Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Rancho Mateo Steakhouse in Miami operated under other names?: Yes, this location previously operated as: Las Vegas Cuban Cusine (2016).