El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka

Last inspected:

14700 Nw 22 Ave, Opa-locka, FL 33054
Overview

El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka has accumulated 253 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach and rodent activity. Fire inspections identified two citations for missing portable fire extinguishers between 2018 and 2020. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Top recurring violations include employee health policy, proper ventilation, and food contact surfaces.

Most recent closure: May 17, 2018 for roach & rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

33Inspections
253Violations
1Closures
2Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 7.7 violations / inspection 7.7 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 Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka
DateReasonReopened
Roach & rodent activity 10:42:00

El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2018027023 $400.00 May 17, 2018 Fort Lauderdale

El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 2 fire violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection · 45-05-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2018-03-01: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. **Time Extended**

— Food-Licensing Inspection · 45-05-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.

El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)

— 5 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections27 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections8 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 9 inspections80 violations · 40 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 21 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection13 violations · 7 high priority

El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka last inspected?
El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 1, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka last shut down?
El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka was last shut down on May 17, 2018 for roach & rodent 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 Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka?
The most frequently cited violations at El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka are: Employee health policy, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka had?
El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka find?
El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka was most recently inspected on December 1, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka ever been shut down?
Yes, El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?
Violation 32 (Proper sanitizing) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/32.
Has El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka had any fire safety violations?
Yes, El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka been fined?
El Ciclon Cafeteria in Opa-locka has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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