EL TORO LOCO CHURRASCARIA

With 6 documented inspections, EL TORO LOCO CHURRASCARIA in MIAMI has achieved a 3.8/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 3 weeks ago · 6 reports on file

7201 NW 36 ST

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★½☆ (3.8/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

3/25/2026· 3w ago

Visit ID: 13544739

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 int, 4 basic

  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed croquettes stored in reach in cooler not covered.
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef being thawed out at room temperature inside of the three compartment sink.
  • 21-07-4:Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer bucket with 0 Chlorine ppm. Person in charge did a new sanitizer solution chlorine 100 ppm **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 21-38-4:Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket on the floor. Repeat Violation
  • 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Pepto Bismol inside of the reach in cooler located.
  • 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 five employees with certified food manager on duty.

10/9/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10906846

Met Inspection Standards

2 basic

  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled refrigerator gaskets. Operator cleaned gaskets. Corrected On-Site
  • 21-38-4:Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on MFDV floor. Operator removed bucket from License. Corrected On-Site

3/21/2025· 1y ago

1 high, 2 basic

  • 24-26-4:Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean cutting board stored on MFDV floor. Operator removed cutting board from floor. Corrected On-Site
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic container stored on MFDV floor. Operator removed container from floor. Corrected On-Site
  • 08A-02-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw burger patties over fruits inside reach in freezer. Operator stored products according to safety standards. Corrected On-Site

10/22/2024· 1y 5mo ago

2 basic

  • 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed dumpster lid. Corrected On-Site
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil container unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled container. Corrected On-Site

5/23/2024· 1y 10mo ago

Visit ID: 8510820

Met Inspection Standards

3 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
  • 36-63-4:Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled refrigerator gaskets inside MFDV. Operator cleaned gaskets. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

9/27/2023· 2y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8334782

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 2 basic

  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled black refrigerator gaskets. Observed soiled hood filters. Repeat Violation
  • 53B-14-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.