PATACON PISAO

Health inspection records show PATACON PISAO in MIAMI has 7 inspections with a food safety rating of 1.5/5. Food safety practices have remained consistent.

Last inspection: 2 weeks ago · 7 reports on file

13630 SW 120TH STREET BAY 216

Overall Food Safety Rating

★½☆☆☆ (1.5/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

3/30/2026· 2w ago

Visit ID: 13542458

Follow-up Inspection Required

6 high, 7 int, 12 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container with no handle in bucket with salt to the left of cook line. Employee removed containers from bucket. Observed on shelf across from dish machine container with no handle in with floor. Operator removed container from flour. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 14-45-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelves in reach in cooler across from three compartment sink at bar. Warning
  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle stored on shelf above preparation table across from reach in freezer. Warning
  • 12B-01-4:Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Observed employee eat food on preparation table across from walk in cooler where tomatoes and onions were being cut. Employee was coached on proper procedure and ate outside of kitchen area. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 36-01-4:Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at cook line accumulation of grease and food debris. Warning
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of lemons stored on floor below three compartment sink at bar area. Observed by ware wash area in kitchen bag of plantains onions and potatoes stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler bucket of pork belly stored on floor. Operator removed bucket of pork belly of of the floor. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer to the right of walk in cooler. Warning
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hands wash sign at sink to the left of preparation table in kitchen area. Observed no hands wash sign wash at hand wash sink to the left of coffee machine at bar area. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler units at cook line. Warning
  • 36-50-4:Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed soiled hood filter with grease accumulation at cook line. Warning
  • 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelf rusted in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of flour and sugar throughout kitchen area without label. Warning
  • 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicated creams stored on shelf above preparation table across from reach in freezer. Operator removed medicated creams from shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in walk in cooler raw fish stored above unwashed pepper. Employee removed raw swai from above unwashed peppers Observed in reach in freezer to the left of cook line corn stored in containers with raw beef. Operator removed corn and stored in separate container above beef. Corrected On-Site 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 in walk in cooler cooked chicken (56F - Cold Holding) as per operator placed in walk in cooler the night before. Operator segregated chicken to be discarded during time of inspection. Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler cooked chicken (56F - Cold Holding) as per operator placed in walk in cooler the night before. Operator segregated chicken to be discarded during time of inspection. Repeat Violation 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 on cook line across from steam table at 4:10PM shredded chicken (108F - Hot Holding) as per operator was set out at approximately at 1:30PM. Employee reheated shredded chicken (178F - Reheating) at 4:24PM. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed on shelf across from dish machine degreaser and Ajax powder stored next to bags of cornmeal, flour and cans of tomato. Employee removed Ajax and degreaser from shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment using chlorine to sanitize without test strips to measure concentration. 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 6 employees engaging in food preparation without certified food manager present. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand wash sign to the left of preparation table. Employee provided paper towel during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink across from ware wash area. Employee provided soap. Observed no soap at hand wash sink to the left of preparation table. Operator provided soap. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
  • 22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on shelves in walk in cooler. Warning
  • 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Naireth Manso, Dayanis Lorenzo engaging in food preparation, as per operator working for more than 60 days without proof of employee training. Warning
  • 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 beef steak and eggs offered undercooked on menu without consumer advisory. Consumer advisory was provided via email and posted by operator during time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

10/7/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10910933

Met Inspection Standards

3 high, 6 int, 10 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at bar ice machine.
  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at prep line flip top cooler, condiment cups in containers of pico de gallo. Repeat Violation
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled with dust and grease. Repeat Violation
  • 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees phone stored on dry storage shelf. Employee removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor at entrance of kitchen. Repeat Violation
  • 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in cutting board at bar. Repeat Violation
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed for all kitchen hand sinks. Repeat Violation
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Repeat Violation
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed for food items in walk in cooler.
  • 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted Repeat Violation
  • 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with washed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over peeled onions inside 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 at cook line reach in cooler raw beef and chicken stored over raw snapper. Repeat Violation
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. plantains (80F - Cold Holding) Observed stored on cook line prep cooler plantains (80F - Cold Holding); as per operator less than. 3 hours.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed serving spoons stored inside hand sink in kitchen.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee use hand sink to rinse sanitizing towel. 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/ Observed 5 employee present engaging in food preparation with no certified manager on site. Repeat Violation
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed for hand sink next to walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand sink. Repeat Violation
  • 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 for food items in walk in cooler not date marked.

3/31/2025· 1y ago

2 high, 7 int, 13 basic

  • 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at men's bathroom door
  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cups with no handle stored inside containers of salsa on cook line at reach in cooler
  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handles soiled next to walk in cooler and all reach in cooler handles on cook line
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents dusty in kitchen area Repeat Violation
  • 24-26-4:Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pots stored on floor under dish area
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of sugar stored on floor in kitchen area Repeat Violation
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside white chest freezer across bar area Repeat Violation
  • 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet paper towel under cutting board in prep area Repeat Violation
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand sink across from cook line. Repeat Violation
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled Repeat Violation
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled with old food debris
  • 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on prep table in kitchen area Repeat Violation
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over peeled onions inside 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 fish in grill drawers in kitchen
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed frying pan heavily soiled with extreme grease buildup in use at stove in kitchen.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinse wiping cloth inside hand sink in kitchen area Repeat Violation
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
  • 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+ employees working without a certified food manager.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink near prep table in kitchen across from cook line
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink in dish area
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with windex not labeled in bar area

11/25/2024· 1y 4mo ago

2 high, 1 int, 10 basic

  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bucket with frozen fish on the kitchen floor. Operator removed the bucket from the floor and placed it in the three compartment sink. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in chest freezer across from the front counter. Repeat Violation
  • 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at front counter next to coffee machine.
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink across from the stove in the kitchen area.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters in the kitchen area.
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers of raw pork, raw shrimp and cut vegetables uncovered in the walk in cooler. Operator covered the containers. Corrected On-Site
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bucket with frozen fish thawing at room temperature. Operator put cold running water under the fish for proper thawing. Corrected On-Site
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed yellow wiping cloth on the cutting board across from the grill in the kitchen area. Operator removed the wiping cloth. Corrected On-Site
  • 08A-17-6: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. Operator arranged the food items according to required cooking temperatures. Corrected On-Site
  • 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs on rack next to stove. As per operator for 2 hours Operator moved the eggs to the walk in cooler for proper cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cleaning towel stored inside hand sink, also hand sink being used as a dump sink.

3/13/2024· 2y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 8585638

Met Inspection Standards

4 basic

  • 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the kitchen Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: **Time Extended**
  • 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn and in disrepair,unit by the fryers. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: **Time Extended**
  • 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest unit. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: **Time Extended**
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter,kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: **Time Extended**

1/5/2024· 2y 3mo ago

Visit ID: 8450351

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 4 int, 7 basic

  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the kitchen Repeat Violation Warning
  • 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal cell phone stored on shelf by the cookline. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn and in disrepair,unit by the fryers. Warning
  • 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. Warning
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest unit. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter,kitchen. Warning
  • 25-17-4:Basic - Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed box containing single serve utensils stored on the floor by the front counter. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle containing medicinal tablets stored on shelf by cookline. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 41-27-4:High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine strength at greater than 200ppm. Operator diluted to 100ppm Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensil stored in unit at the front counter. Corrected On-Site 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/ At the time of the inspection observed 6 employees at the establishment. Warning
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for Rosselyn A, as per operator working at the establishment for more than 2 months. 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. Warning

7/20/2023· 2y 9mo ago

Visit ID: 8381902

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 7 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed for the pico de gallo,walk in cooler. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles,vents above entrance to walk-in cooler, kitchen, ware washing area soiled. Repeat Violation
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket containing peeled plantains stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest freezer, front counter, by ice machine . Repeat Violation
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled,drawer unit. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease.
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed for the reach in freezer by the walk-in cooler.
  • 36-50-4:Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed walk-in cooler fan covers soiled.
  • 22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine strength at 0ppm at the time of the inspection,operator set up 3 compartment sink and called service technician. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cilantro stored in shopping bag,located in the walk-in cooler. Corrected On-Site

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★★★★☆ (4.2/5)
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Price Level

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Opening Hours

Monday:11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Tuesday:11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Wednesday:11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Thursday:11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Friday:11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday:11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday:11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
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✓ Restaurant

Restaurant Features

Serves Beer
Serves Wine
Lunch
Dinner
Takeout
Delivery
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025

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