EL DESEMBARCO
7315 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida, 33141
North Beach
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.6/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/4/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
1
Basic
6
Total
9
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter soiled with black mold-like substance.
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vent in front of restrooms soiled with dust debris.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of raw ground beef, onions and oranges stored on floor inside of walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights in kitchen and light inside of walk in cooler missing light shields.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled with dust debris. Observed speed rack inside of walk in cooler soiled with old food debris. Repeat Violation
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler rusted. Repeat Violation
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed case of raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce on shelf inside of walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs, raw ground beef and raw chicken stored over milk, margarine and heavy cream on shelves inside of walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with detergent on prep counter missing label. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/4/2025 revealed 9 total violations (2 high priority, 1 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 1/15/2025
High Priority
3
Intermediate
1
Basic
5
Total
9
Inspection Details:
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with deep cuts near microwave beside 3 compartment sink.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of tomatoes stored on floor inside of walk in cooler.
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled.
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves inside of walk in cooler with rust.
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over unwashed produce inside of walk in cooler.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over sliced ham and ready to eat sauces inside of walk in cooler.
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef on speed rack inside of walk in cooler.
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed papaya bottle with sanitizer not labeled near 3 compartment sink.
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/15/2025 revealed 9 total violations (3 high priority, 1 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 7/18/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
1
Basic
6
Total
10
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine at front counter.
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at entrance of kitchen.
- 36-11-4:Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of onions, a case of raw shell eggs and a case of raw beef stored on floor of walk in cooler. Observed cases of bread stored on floor at cook line. Observed plastic jugs of oil stored on floor at entrance of kitchen. Observed a case of plastic soda bottles stored on floor at front counter. Repeat Violation
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle in kitchen. Employee removed tongs from door handle. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters in kitchen soiled with accumulation of grease. Observed fan guards inside of walk in cooler soiled with dust. Repeat Violation
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed container of raw beef stored over a box of lettuce inside of wall in cooler.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs and raw beef stored over bread and Parmesan cheese on shelf inside of walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef on speed rack inside of walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink at front counter. Employee provided paper towels. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/18/2024 revealed 10 total violations (3 high priority, 1 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 4/8/2024
High Priority
5
Intermediate
3
Basic
6
Total
14
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-06-4:Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure on floor of walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed. Manager displayed license at the time of the inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of lettuce heads stored on floor at walk in cooler. Observed 3 plastic jugs of oil stored on floor at cook line.
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle at cook line. Chef removed tongs from door handle. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled with accumulated dust and rust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Repeat Violation
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed cooked house sauces not labeled. As per chef, sauces were prepared previous day. Repeat Violation
- 12A-12-4:High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee grab raw burger patty with gloved hands and proceed to cook and plate the ready to eat cheeseburger and proceed to cut lettuce head without washing hands or changing gloves. Operator and employee were coached on proper hand washing and glove change procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked soufflés and bread on speed rack inside of the walk in cooler. Observed raw shell eggs stored cheese and Milanese sauce inside of walk in cooler.
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken breast stored over raw pork and raw beef inside of walk in cooler. Observed raw shell eggs stored over raw beef inside of walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee grab raw burger patty with gloved hands and proceed to cook and plate the ready to eat cheeseburger and proceed to cut lettuce head without washing hands or changing gloves. Operator and employee were coached on proper hand washing and glove change procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced ham (57 F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (63 F - Cold Holding) placed above prep table counter during operations. As per employee for less than 1 hour. Employee placed items in reach in cooler for cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container chemicals stored inside of hand wash sink near 3 compartment sink. Observed dirty utensils stored inside of hand wash at front counter. Manager removed items from both hand wash sinks. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at women's restroom. Employee provided paper towels. Corrected On-Site
- 02B-02-5:Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment does not have a consumer advisory in establishment or in the menu while offering burgers medium well/medium rare and eggs. Operator was provided consumer advisory, printed and posted inside of establishment.Corrected On-Site Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/8/2024 revealed 14 total violations (5 high priority, 3 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 10/12/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
1
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment gasket in poor repair. Observed beverage cooler with gaskets in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-12: Equipment gasket in poor repair. Observed beverage cooler with gaskets in disrepair. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/12/2023 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 7/26/2023
High Priority
2
Intermediate
2
Basic
14
Total
18
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed some mold like substance inside the ice machine.
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
- 36-06-4:Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboards on walk in cooler floor.
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of dust on kitchen ceiling tiles.
- 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without hair restrain. Employee corrected the issue immediately.
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment gasket in poor repair. Observed beverage cooler with gaskets in disrepair.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath at the exit door.
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in Stan water with water temperature of 78F. Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets with mold like substance.
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed uncovered containers with chicken soup and cooked red beans inside the walk in cooler .
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish thawing in standing water. Employee moved the fish to the walk in cooler.
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of debris and grease on the wall.
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels left above the counter in the kitchen.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed food products stored in plastic containers with no labels ( azúcar inside 2 containers as per owner).
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed ground beef above fish inside walk in cooler. Employee inverted the storage order.
- 41-25-4:High Priority - Tracking powder pesticide used inside establishment. Observed Orthene tracking powder on the floor edges.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of old residue on squeezer .
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Missing for all the employees.
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/26/2023 revealed 18 total violations (2 high priority, 2 intermediate, 14 basic).
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★★★★½ (4.7/5)
(886 reviews)Price Level
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Opening Hours
Monday:10:00 AM – 12:30 AM
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday:10:00 AM – 12:30 AM
Thursday:10:00 AM – 1:30 AM
Friday:10:00 AM – 2:30 AM
Saturday:10:00 AM – 2:30 AM
Sunday:10:00 AM – 12:30 AM
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Serves Beer
Serves Wine
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Takeout
Delivery
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025