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CERRO NEGRO RESTAURANT

Food safety records indicate CERRO NEGRO RESTAURANT in MIAMI has 10 inspections with a 2.0/5 overall rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

9613 W FLAGLER ST

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.0/5)
Based on 10 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 9/29/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13467112

  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle at cook line. Repeat Violation
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Repeat Violation
  • 03D-02-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed gallo pinto rice (77-86-89F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler. As per operator for more than 6 hrs.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sweet plantains inside reach in cooler next to cook line. Operator properly arranged products. Corrected On-Site
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed gallo pinto rice (77-86-89F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler. As per operator for more than 6 hrs.
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to washing area. Operator provided. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 7/22/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13466852

  • 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed next to preparation area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-22: **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 7/21/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10918976

  • 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 10+ dead roaches under shelves at dry storage.
  • 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at washing area.
  • 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall behind shelves next to walk in cooler. Observed hall on wall behind lower shelves at dry storage.
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed pair of thongs stored on oven door handle at cook line. Repeat Violation
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed next to preparation area.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
  • 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches crawling on shelves at dry storage.
  • 35A-23-4:High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed 40+ roach droppings on shelves at dry storage.
  • 35A-04-4:High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 15+ rodent droppings on wooden shelves next to walk in cooler. Observed 30+ rodent droppings on floor around water heater. Observed approximately 8 rodent droppings over water heater. Observed 25+ rodent droppings on dry storage shelves. Observed 15+ rodent droppings under shelves at dry storage area. Observed 20+ rodent droppings inside metal drawers at dry storage.
  • 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed rodent bite marks on AP flour bag of 25 lbs on shelves next to walk in cooler. Observed rodent bite marks on AP flour bag of 12 lbs on shelves next to walking cooler. Operator discarded the bags. Corrected On-Site
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Sour cream; (58F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (60F - Cold Holding) on prep table across cook line. Operator added ice for rapid cooling. Observed leche agria (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to washing area. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork nacatamal (122F - Hot Holding) inside pot at cook line floor. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator placed on stove for reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to washing area. Operator provided paper towels. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 2/12/2025

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside white rice at steam table. Operator removed the bowl. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed faucet broken on one of the sinks at washing area.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed mixed seafood soup stored on floor at walk in freezer.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer. Repeat Violation
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 tongs hanging from oven door handle at cook line. Repeat Violation
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored over cheese inside reach in cooler next to cook line. Repeat Violation
  • 08A-24-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside walk in cooler. Operator properly rearranged y cooking temperatures. Corrected On-Site
  • 53A-05-6: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/ Observed 4+ food employees no CFM present.

Inspection Date: 8/15/2024

  • 10-20-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 3 pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-15: Observed In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 3 pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle. **Time Extended**
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink at beverage area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-15: Observed No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink at beverage area. **Time Extended**
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed gallo pinto rice (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding); boiled yuca (45F - Cold Holding); raw beef (45F - Cold Holding) inside walk-in cooler. As per manager for than 24 hrs. Also observed homemade leche agria (47F -Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per employee for more than 24 hrs. Also observed coleslaw (54F - Cold Holding); dairy spread (61F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per employee for less than 4 hrs. Employee placed products inside walk in freezer for rapid cooling. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-15: Observed gallo pinto rice (65F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (33F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding) inside walk-in cooler. As per manager for than 24 hrs. Also observed homemade leche agria (47F -Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per employee from the previous day. Also observed coleslaw (54F - Cold Holding) inside ice bath. As per employee for more than 4 hrs.Admin Complaint Admin Complaint
  • 31B-05-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed next to cook line. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-15: Observed Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed next to cook line. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 8/14/2024

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside rice at steam table. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under fryers. Warning
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Warning
  • 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at service window. Employee placed the handle upwards. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 3 pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle. Warning
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink at beverage area. Warning
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed soups, cooked rice inside walk in freezer not covered. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over Cooked gallo pinto rice inside walk in freezer. Manager properly rearranged by cooking tempetures. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed gallo pinto rice (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (45F - Cold Holding); boiled yuca (45F - Cold Holding); raw beef (45F - Cold Holding) inside walk-in cooler. As per manager for than 24 hrs. Also observed homemade leche agria (47F -Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per employee for more than 24 hrs. Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed gallo pinto rice (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding); boiled yuca (45F - Cold Holding); raw beef (45F - Cold Holding) inside walk-in cooler. As per manager for than 24 hrs. Also observed homemade leche agria (47F -Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per employee for more than 24 hrs. Also observed coleslaw (54F - Cold Holding); dairy spread (61F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per employee for less than 4 hrs. Employee placed products inside walk in freezer for rapid cooling. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to washing area. Warning
  • 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed next to cook line. Repeat Violation Warning

Inspection Date: 4/8/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8647734

  • 36-37-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed wall behind grill soiled with grease. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: Observed wall behind grill soiled with grease. **Time Extended**
  • 36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed over slicer station. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: Observed Ceiling tile missing. Observed over slicer station. **Time Extended**
  • 06-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed 1 big pot of beef soup and 1 big pot of chicken soup (all Frozen) thawing at room temperature. As per employee for approximately 30 minutes. Employee placed beef soup on stove and the chicken soup inside walk in cooler for proper thawing. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: Observed one big pot of chicken soup (Frozen) thawing at room temperature. **Time Extended**
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nonfood-grade bag used to cover white rice in kitchen. Also observed tortillas stored inside nonfood grade bag inside reach in cooler across cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: Did not Observed nonfood-grade bag used to cover white rice in kitchen. Observed tortillas stored inside nonfood grade bag inside reach in cooler across cook line. **Time Extended**
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 4/5/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8574029

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside bread crumbs containers on shelves under preparation table. Employee removed the item. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed wall behind grill soiled with grease. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed over slicer station. Warning
  • 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board stored on shelves under slicer station. Warning
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed beef soup stored on floor. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed at bar area. Warning
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle. Warning
  • 10-01-5: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 scoop inside sugar plastic container with handle in contact with product under storage shelve. Employee removed the scoop. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed soups stored inside walk in freezer not covered. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed 1 big pot of beef soup and 1 big pot of chicken soup (all Frozen) thawing at room temperature. As per employee for approximately 30 minutes. Employee placed beef soup on stove and the chicken soup inside walk in cooler for proper thawing. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bread crumbs and flour inside plastic containers without label on shelve under preparation table at cook line. Warning
  • 12A-27-4:High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack eggs with gloves on and then touched cleaned equipment to serve ready to eat food. Warning
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nonfood-grade bag used to cover white rice in kitchen. Also observed tortillas stored inside nonfood grade bag inside reach in cooler across cook line. Warning
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over french fries inside reach in cooler across cook line. Also observed raw beef over gallo pinto rice inside walk in freezer. Employee removed the rice from under the raw beef. Warning
  • 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at room temperature on storage shelve between walk in units. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee washing hands with gloves on. Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Chimichurri (70F - Cold Holding) at kitchen. Employee placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed refried beans (110F - Hot Holding) on stove. As per employee for approximately 30 min. Employee turn on stove for reheat and retest refried beans (165F - Hot Holding). Also observed ham croquettes (110F - Hot Holding); beef empanada (112F - Hot Holding); chicken empanada (112F - Hot Holding) as per employee for for 1.5 hrs. Employee turn up the heat for reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. Warning
  • 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed next to were washing area. Repeat Violation Warning

Inspection Date: 12/15/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8573682

  • 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer handle broken. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-15: **Time Extended**
  • 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup inside walk-in freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-15: **Time Extended**
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed crab soup, beef soup stored inside walk in freezer not covered. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-15: **Time Extended**
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tomato sauce prepared onsite not date labeled. As per employee was prepared 2 days prior. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-15: **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 12/13/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8349875

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside onion container inside walk in cooler. Also observed bowl without handle inside chia plastic container stored on shelve between walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Warning
  • 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers not properly dry stored at shelve next to walk in cooler. Warning
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer handle broken. Warning
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cut onions inside pot stored on floor next to were washing entrance. Employee placed the onions 6 inches from the floor. Also observed crab soup, chicken stock, raw beef stored on floor inside walk in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall at dry storage. Also observed wall tiles missing under hand wash sink at Warning
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup inside walk-in freezer. Warning
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in freezer handle soiled with old food debris. Warning
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed crab soup, beef soup stored inside walk in freezer not covered. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef 59F thawed at room temperature at ware washing area. As per employee for approximately 2 hours. Employee placed the raw beef inside freezer. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind grill soiled with old grease. Warning
  • 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 above raw steak at walk in cooler. Also raw steak stored above raw pork in reach in cooler next to fryer at cook line. Operator replaced the chicken under the raw steak. Warning
  • 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at ambient temperature on storage shelve in between walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Employee placed the eggs inside walk in cooler. Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (59F - Cold Holding) inside triple compartment sink. As per employee for approximately 2 hours. Employee placed the raw steak inside walk in freezer for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed insect killer stored next to spices at dry storage. Warning
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dish soap and carboard box stored inside hand wash sink next to were washing sink. Warning
  • 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw fish ceviche in menu not identified as raw in menu. Warning
  • 27-06-4:Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at 79F. As per operator water heater is missing gas. Operator called for service appointment. Warning
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in hand wash sink next to cooke line. Employee provided the paper towels. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed dispenser not working at hand wash sink next to dish machine. Employee fixed the dispenser. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tomato sauce prepared onsite not date labeled. As per employee was prepared 2 days prior. Warning
  • 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water at 79F. As per operator water heater is missing gas. Operator called for service appointment. Warning

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Google Rating

★★★★☆ (4.2/5)
(1,743 reviews)

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Opening Hours

Monday:7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday:7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday:7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday:7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday:7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday:7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday:8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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Serves Beer
Serves Wine
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Takeout
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
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