Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach
Last inspected:
16265 Biscayne Blvd, North Miami Beach, FL 331604305Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach has accumulated 220 violations across 24 inspections since 2022, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection — nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. Recurring violations include approved food source issues, food contact surface problems, and proper hand and arm washing violations, which appeared across multiple inspections. A single disciplinary action resulted in a $400 fine. The most recent inspection on January 23, 2026 documented 9 violations (2 intermediate, 5 basic) and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
9.2
violations / inspection
9.2 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
Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019011364 | $400.00 | Jan 29, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale |
Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach last inspected?
- Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach had?
- Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach find?
- Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach was most recently inspected on January 23, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach been fined?
- Paquito's Mexican Restaurant in North Miami Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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