EL OTRO TIESTO CAFE
3023 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, Florida, 33137
Wynwood
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.1/5)
Based on 9 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 4/3/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
3
Basic
13
Total
18
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At the bar area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 16-13-5:Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed 3 compartment sink with soap and water in the middle compartment. Educated employee how to properly sanitize in the correct order. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in the kitchen in torn. Observed Mano de pillon in the kitchen cracked with old food debris stored inside. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-38-4:Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed multiple cracked containers in the kitchen. Observed panko container with a crack lid. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation 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 handle touching the sugar. Operator removed. Observed ice scoop touching ice in the bar. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in the reach in cooler. Warning
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. In the warewashing area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 21-44-1:Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitation bucket stored on top of the prep table. Operator placed properly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation Warning
- 21-07-4:Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm), stored in the kitchen rack, employee remade Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 50ppm). Corrected On-Site Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar and rice containers out of their original packaging with no name label. Warning
- 36-10-4:Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed walk in cooler and walk in freezer floor soiled. Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chicken (102F - Hot Holding) stored on top of the stove for more than 4 hours as per operator. Operator discarded item. 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 chicken (102F - Hot Holding) stored on top of the stove for more than 4 hours as per operator. Operator discarded item. Warning
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Sandra as manager with no manager certificate. Warning
- 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 5 employee engaging in food preparation with no manager present. Warning
- 53B-05-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employee training expired on 3/20/25. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/3/2025 revealed 18 total violations (2 high priority, 3 intermediate, 13 basic).
Inspection on 12/14/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
3
Basic
9
Total
13
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed helium Tank not secure at bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-14: Observed helium Tank not secure at bar area. **Time Extended**
- 14-74-7:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed one equipment reach in cooler in disrepair. Located cook line area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-14: Still Observed reach in cooler in disrepair. Located cook line area. **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed prep table in disrepair at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-14: Observed prep table in disrepair at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water at bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-14: Floor area(s) covered with standing water at bar area. **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-14: Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Wine machine soiled at bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-14: Observed Wine machine soiled at bar area. **Time Extended**
- 29-49-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at reach in cooler at sushi area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-14: Observed standing water at reach in cooler at sushi area. **Time Extended**
- 36-02-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-14: Observed Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at bar area. **Time Extended**
- 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-14: Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding) cooked pasta (52F - Cold Holding); mash potatoes (55F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (56F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (57F - Cold Holding); plantain (48F - Cold Holding) as per operator stored since last night at reach in cooler drawers at cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-14: Still Observed reach in cooler in disrepair. Operator order parts to get fixed equipment. No food stored inside reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
- 27-06-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed no running hot water at three compartment sink at bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-14: Observed no running hot water at three compartment sink at bar area. **Time Extended**
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed employee Felix working as a busser no proof of employee agreement. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-14: 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. Observed employee Felix working as a busser no proof of employee agreement. **Time Extended**
- 31B-05-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser at hand sink warewashing area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-14: Observed paper towel dispenser in disrepair at hand sink warewashing area. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/14/2024 revealed 13 total violations (1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 12/13/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
6
Basic
16
Total
26
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl with no handle to dispense sugar stored inside sugar container. Operator removed bowl and discarded. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed helium Tank not secure at bar area. Warning
- 14-74-7:Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed one equipment reach in cooler in disrepair. Located cook line area. Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed prep table in disrepair at kitchen area. Warning
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water at bar area. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Warning
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Operator removed tongs during inspection. Corrected On-Site 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 handle stored inside flour container at dry storage area. Operator relocated correctly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet cloth stored under cutting boards at sushi area and preparation area. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Wine machine soiled at bar area. Warning
- 24-05-4:Basic - Observed ice bucket not stored inverted or in a protected manner at bar area. Operator relocated correctly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers at dry storage area. Warning
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at reach in cooler at sushi area. Warning
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed Salt container and hot sauce not cover at storage area. Warning
- 36-02-5:Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at bar area. Warning
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning
- 01B-01-4:High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 3 cans containing Panda brand oyster flavored sause 5 pounds each. Warning
- 01B-14-4:High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed one cracked raw shell eggs at walk in cooler. Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding) cooked pasta (52F - Cold Holding); mash potatoes (55F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (56F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (57F - Cold Holding); plantain (48F - Cold Holding) as per operator stored since last night at reach in cooler drawers at cook line. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding) cooked pasta (52F - Cold Holding); mash potatoes (55F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (56F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (57F - Cold Holding); plantain (48F - Cold Holding) as per operator stored since last night at reach in cooler drawers at cook line. Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed Hand sink blocked with glass jar stored inside at bar area. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 27-06-4:Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed no running hot water at three compartment sink at bar area. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink near hookah area and observed at sushi bar. Operator provided during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 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. Observed employee Felix working as a busser no proof of employee agreement. Warning
- 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser at hand sink warewashing area. Warning
- 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no running hot water at hand sink at hookah area. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/13/2024 revealed 26 total violations (4 high priority, 6 intermediate, 16 basic).
Inspection on 10/19/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
1
Total
1
Inspection Details:
- 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-19: Observed Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/19/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 10/18/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
2
Basic
2
Total
7
Inspection Details:
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation Warning
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed under hand sink next to washing area. 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 over raw beef inside cooler across fryers. Operator properly arranged products. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed red beans (53F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (52F - Cold Holding); whole cheese (53F - Cold Holding); butter (52F - Cold Holding) heavy cream (51F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator for more than 4 hrs. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed red beans (53F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (52F - Cold Holding); whole cheese (53F - Cold Holding); butter (52F - Cold Holding) heavy cream (51F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator for more than 4 hrs. Warning
- 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/ Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at sushi station. Operator provided the paper towels. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/18/2024 revealed 7 total violations (3 high priority, 2 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 4/4/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-74-7:Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler in disrepair located near stove. Repeat Violation
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both freezer and cooler. Repeat Violation
- 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/ Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/4/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 3/8/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
8
Total
10
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles in walk in cooler/ freezer area. Repeat Violation
- 14-74-7:Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler in disrepair located near stove.
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed cooler door in disrepair located on Sushi Bar area.
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen.
- 33-11-4:Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Repeat Violation
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Sushi Bar.
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar area.
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both freezer and cooler. Repeat Violation
- 08A-02-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over tostones located cook line area. Operator stored properly. 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/
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/8/2024 revealed 10 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 1/19/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
5
Total
5
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles in walk in cooler/ freezer area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tile in dish washing area as well as in front of walk in freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: **Time Extended**
- 33-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: **Time Extended**
- 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both freezer and cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in dish washing area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/19/2024 revealed 5 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 12/7/2023
High Priority
4
Intermediate
5
Basic
17
Total
26
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 16-03-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Warning
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed in bar area. Warning
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles in walk in cooler/ freezer area. Warning
- 12B-02-4:Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed cook drinking at cook line. Warning
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tile in dish washing area as well as in front of walk in freezer. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler bottles of water stored on floor. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at bar reach in freezer. Warning
- 10-13-5:Basic - In-use ice bucket for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. Employee removed. Corrected On-Site 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 in storage area scoop handle stored in rice bucket. Warning
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Chef removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 33-11-4:Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Warning
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed in reach in cooler and walk in cooler throughout establishment. Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at bar area. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in reach in coolers under prep table gaskets soiled. Warning
- 29-20-5:Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at bar area hand wash sink. Warning
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both freezer and cooler. Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in dish washing area. Warning
- 08A-14-5:High Priority - Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed in reach in cooler at prep station raw ground beef stored over cooked noodles. Chef removed and placed in proper storage. Corrected On-Site 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 in walk in cooler raw chicken stored over raw beef. Chef removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook drink a drink and not change gloves. Advised employee to change gloves and wash hands. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line reach in cooler sliced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) as per chef for less than four hours. Chef placed into walk in cooler for rapid cooling. RECHECKED AT 1:39pm sliced tomatoes (44F - Cold Holding) **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels available at bar area. Warning
- 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. Provided manager with form. Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink at entrance of kitchen and bar area. Warning
- 16-59-1:Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed at dish machine and bar area. Advised manager to utilize triple sink to wash and sanitize dishes until both dish machines are repaired. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/7/2023 revealed 26 total violations (4 high priority, 5 intermediate, 17 basic).