RINCONCITO DE ALEX EL PAISA

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards at preparation table in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed soiled cutting boards at preparation table in kitchen. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both bathrooms of dining area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed at both bathrooms of dining area. **Repeat Violation Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles at reach in coolers throughout across from three compartment sink. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed soiled handles at reach in coolers throughout across from three compartment sink. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles in kitchen by three compartment sink. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed missing floor tiles in kitchen by three compartment sink. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cabbage container stored below prep table not at least 6 inches off the ground. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed cabbage container stored below prep table not at least 6 inches off the ground. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle at cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed tongs on oven door handle at cook line. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all reach in coolers throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed soiled gaskets in all reach in coolers throughout kitchen area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior and shelves in reach in coolers throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed soiled interior and shelves in reach in coolers throughout kitchen. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed at back door. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: No vermin present during time of inspection. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler next to steam table. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Observed standing water in reach in cooler next to steam table. Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed next to coffee machine at front counter. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on both bathrooms. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on standing units at kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment licensed for 20 seats with approximately 35 seats in total at the time of the inspection. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen and front counter. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed at front counter over blender, and over preparation table next to back door. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Observed insect control device at the kitchen area was removed, only still at front counter. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in coolers across stove. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior on 3 standing units at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed on reach in coolers across stove at kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. Time Extended

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at stand reach in freezer in kitchen raw chicken and beef stored over containers of plantains, fries and baked chicken. Employee began to reorganize freezer. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table reach in cooler chorizo sausage links (56F - Cold Holding); pork sausage links (51F - Cold Holding). As per employee from the night before. Employee removed to discard. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands in kitchen area three compartment sink.

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at meat slicer.

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed front counter hand sink blocked by coffee mugs stored inside. Employee removed. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen area hand sink used at dump sink with evidence of rice remnants inside.

Intermediate - Interference/obstruction with the inspector's right of entry and access at any reasonable time. At time of inspection observed employee not allowing entry without supervisor present. Employee called owner and owner allowed entry. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at front counter coffee station. Repeat Violation

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter ice machine.

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at standing reach in freezer units in kitchen. Repeat Violation

Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment licensed for 20 seats with approximately 35 seat in total in establishment.

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at kitchen area.

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout front counter and kitchen.

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed at kitchen hand wash sink, container of prepped yuca stored under sink uncovered/ exposed to hand wash splash.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at front counter, 2 boxes of oranges stored on floor. Operator stored onto crates. Observed at kitchen area, plastic gallon of cooking oil stored on floor. Corrective Action Taken

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at front counter lower reach in freezer.

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in container of rice, employee removed. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed above prep table next to back exit door. Observed at front counter window above juice dispenser. Repeat Violation

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets to bottom reach in cooler prep table across from cook line soiled. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at cook line metal shelf and shelf above steam table, tin foil torn.

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler next to steam table in kitchen.

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at front counter a container of sugar at coffee station left uncovered. Observed at steam table under spaced/grated storage shelf containers of soups, beans and ribs stored uncovered.

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood components dirty with accumulated grease. Observed attached fan heavily soiled at kitchen. Repeat Violation

High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 10ppm) at front counter bar area. Operator added sanitizer to the solution. Final solution Triple Sink (Chlorine 50ppm). Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored over plantains in standing reach in freezer across from three compartment sink. Operator properly rearranged by cooking temperatures.Repeat Violation Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over mayonnaise in standing reach in cooler across from three compartment sink in kitchen area. Operator properly rearranged by cooking temperatures. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed arepas (82F - Cold Holding) on prep table next to steam table. As per operator for 2 hours. Operator moved arepas to reach in freezer for rapid cooling. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Manager was unable to answer the proper way to calibrate the thermometer. Discussed thermometer calibration with manager. Thermometers calibrated Inspector 32 Operator 32. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at front counter coffee station. Repeat Violation

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl stored inside containers of chick peas, lentils, and flour. Operator removed the bowl from the containers. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handles to standing reach in cooler and freezer soiled. Repeat Violation

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on prep table in kitchen area.

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal beverage stored on prep table in kitchen area.

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed two employee cell phones and bag stored on prep table across from three compartment sink in kitchen area.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on the floor at the entrance of the kitchen. Repeat Violation

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 82F at entrance to kitchen.

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth under white cutting board on prep table in kitchen area. Repeat Violation

Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed above prep table next to back exit door. Repeat Violation

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets to bottom reach in cooler prep table across from cook line soiled.

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork (frozen) thawing at room temperature on prep table in kitchen area. Operator moved pork to reach in cooler for proper thawing. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood components dirty with accumulated grease. Also observed attached fan heavily soiled at kitchen.

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour not labeled at prep table across from cook line. Operator labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed ground beef stored inside of thank bag at steam table. Operator changed the bag to a food grade bag. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork stored over vegetables salad and empanadas at reach in freezers. Repeat Violation

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken, raw beef and raw pork stored over sweet plantains at reach in cooler. Operator started to relocate the products. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ground beef (112 F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the product to the stove to be reheated. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket stored over ice machine. Operator relocated the sanitizer bucket to the bottom part of a shelf. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine +200 ppm). Operator added water to get Triple Sink (Chlorine 100 ppm) Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +200 ppm). Operator added water to get Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100 ppm). Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed deserts not properly date marked at reach in cooler. As per operator was received two days ago.

Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food at coffee station.

Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed deserts rice with milk not labeled as specified by law at reach in cooler front counter.

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle stored inside of flour container under preparation table. Operator discarded the bowl. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door soiled.

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pots and pans not inverted stored on floor next to mop sink.

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots and pans stored on floor next to mop sink.

Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed two open containers with juice on preparation table. As per operator employee beverage.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container with vegetables stored on floor u dear preparation table.

Basic - In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed the utensils inside of containers stored on floor. Operator moved the utensils to the steam table. Corrected On-Site

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in water at 88°F on floor. Operator moved the utensils to the steam table. Corrective Action Taken

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect control device installed over preparation table next to exit door kitchen area.

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of the oven heavy accumulation of black substance.

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.

Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair at the back of the kitchen.

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping towels at cutting board preparation table. Operator removed the towel. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef liver stored above maduros located in the standing reach in freezer.

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed empanadas stored with raw pork located in the 3 door reach in freezer. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cooking utensils stored in kitchen unit. Corrected On-Site

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at the prep reach in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-31: Time Extended

High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed employee drink stored with drinking ice,ice machine.

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs stored above sautéed onions located in the prep reach in cooler. Observed raw beef liver stored above cooked sliced pork,cooked ground beef located in the standing reach in cooler by the back door. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef,pork stored above sweet plantains located in the 2 door reach in cooler,standing unit.

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ At the time of the inspection observed 4 employees working at the establishment.

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed for the bulk beans bin Corrected On-Site

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed for the 3 door reach in freezer.

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed for the white unit,kitchen.

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. Repeat Violation

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. Operator wash rinse sanitize scoop. Corrected On-Site

Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled,prep unit Observed exterior of bulk bin,beans soiled. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed by the steam table.

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulation grease and food debris,prep unit. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-06: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in the prep unit. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-06: Time Extended

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken above raw beef located in the 3 door reach in freezer. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with accumulation of food debris. Observed slicer blade guard soiled with accumulation of food debris. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and in disrepair,unit opposite cookline.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of plastic bottled drinking water stored on the passage way floor. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven soiled with accumulation of grease and food debris. Repeat Violation

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease.

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulation of grease. Repeat Violation

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed tomatoes stored above salad dressings,located in the standing reach in cooler. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs above bacon in the reach in cooler opposite the cookline. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken with empanadas in the 2 door reach in freezer. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler opposite cookline: marinated chicken (as per operator about 2 hrs ago) (48°F - Cold Holding) operator removed to freezer for rapid cooling. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen: chicharones (67°F - Hot Holding) as per operator prepared about 2 hrs ago) operator reheated to 186°F for hot holding.Corrective Action Taken Corrective Action Taken

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven soiled with accumulation of grease. Repeat Violation

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, unit opposite the cookline. Repeat Violation

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler,unit opposite cookline. Repeat Violation

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulation of grease. Repeat Violation

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed by the grill, inside of door leading to the kitchen. Repeat Violation

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles containing sauces and oils in the kitchen. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged, observed corn on the cob with raw beef steak located in the reach in freezer by the back door. Observed raw chicken above raw beef stored in the reach in the 3 door freezer , Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime, observed can opener blade soiled. Observed slicer blade guard soiled.Corrective Action Taken Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times, observed utensil holder placed on top of the kitchen hand wash sink. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin, observed at the front counter, reach in cooler interior of door, located at the front counter. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items, observed employee personal hand bag on the slicer. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in cooler at the front counter.

Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board, observed on prep table in the kitchen. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris, observed in the kitchen, both microwave and regular oven . Repeat Violation

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets opposite the cookline. Observed hood filters soiled. Repeat Violation

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler,unit opposite the cookline.

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, observed interior of door by the stove, hood located in the kitchen. Repeat Violation