Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami

Last inspected:

12823 Sw 42 St, Miami, FL 33175
Overview

Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami has a substantial enforcement history marked by consistently elevated violation rates and serious systemic deficiencies. The facility was emergency-closed on March 18, 2019 for roach activity. Over 34 inspections dating back to at least 2023, the restaurant has accumulated 448 total violations, averaging 13.2 violations per inspection—more than double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been chronic: handwashing and hand-arm washing procedures were cited in at least 8 of the recent 8 inspections; employee health policy violations appeared in at least 3 inspections; proper cooking temperatures, time as control, and food contact surface violations recurred across multiple inspections. The facility has been subject to 2 disciplinary actions totaling $410 in fines. Most recent inspections show persistent noncompliance—a July 14, 2025 routine inspection resulted in a Warning Issued disposition with 18 violations including 3 high-priority findings, though a same-day callback found compliance. The most recent inspection on March 30, 2026 documented 24 violations including 2 high-priority findings and resulted in Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Most recent closure: March 18, 2019 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

34Inspections
448Violations
1Closures
$410in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 13.2 violations / inspection 13.2 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

Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 09:47:00

Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $410.00

Disciplinary action history for Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2024020238 $160.00 Jan 3, 2024 Miami (Doral)
1--2019014516 $250.00 Mar 18, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)

— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 8 inspections72 violations · 44 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection13 violations · 8 high priority
— 3 inspections33 violations · 19 high priority
— 3 inspections30 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued

Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami last inspected?
Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 30, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami last shut down?
Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami was last shut down on March 18, 2019 for roach 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 Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami had?
Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami find?
Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami was most recently inspected on March 30, 2026 with 13 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami ever been shut down?
Yes, Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
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.
Has Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $410.00 in fines.
How much has Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami been fined?
Rinconcito Paisa Restaurant in Miami has been fined a total of $410.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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