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RIO CRISTAL RESTAURANT

Health inspection records show RIO CRISTAL RESTAURANT in MIAMI has 9 inspections with a food safety rating of 1.9/5. Food safety practices have remained consistent.

9872 BIRD RD

Overall Food Safety Rating

★½☆☆☆ (1.9/5)
Based on 9 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 11/6/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10936078

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside wheat container at front counter. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole on the ceiling at dry storage area.
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at dry storage area. Also observed ceiling soiled at preparation area next to dishwasher area at kitchen. Repeat Violation
  • 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed bowls not inverted on top of steam table. Operator inverted them during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 24-14-4:Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed clean utensils stored between sink and wall at dishwasher area. Operator stored properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach outside of walk in freezer at kitchen area.
  • 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 drink stored inside reach in cooler no segregated from establishment foods. Employee removed it during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed Ice buildup inside chest freezer at bar area.
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment between uses. Observed 3 tongs stored on gas pipe next to steam table. Operator stored properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed clean utensils stored inside container with standing water at 68 degrees Fahrenheit at the bar area. Operator discarded it water during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under 2 white cutting boards at preparation table next to walk in cooler at kitchen area.
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled at line cook area. Operator cleaned it during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at cold holding unit in front of fryers at kitchen area. Operator cleaned it during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service plastic lids stored on the floor next to back door. Operator stored properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall next to food contact shelves inside walk in cooler with mold like substance.
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 2 wet wiping cloth on top of cutting boards at preparation table next to walk in cooler. Operator stored in sanitizer solution during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 12A-10-4:High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed two employees engaged in food preparation touching bare bodies with gloves on. Employees removed gloves on and washed their hands during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cooked Fries (54F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. As per operator fries were prepared yesterday morning. Operator discarded it during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked Fries (54F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. As per operator fries were prepared yesterday morning. Operator discarded it during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 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 Ripe Plantains (114F - Hot Holding) on steam table at kitchen area. As per operator for less than 1 hour. Employee reheated it for proper temperature during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic mini fridge stored inside hand wash sink at bar area. Operator stored properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 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 cooked pork container with no labeled. Employee put labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Inspection Date: 5/8/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10719094

  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen.
  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled throughout reach in coolers. Observed fan cover at walk in cooler soiled.
  • 36-02-5:Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at dry storage area.
  • 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler.
  • 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee partake on multiple activities without changing gloves. Instructed employee on proper procedure.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink located next to 3 compartment sink. Employee replenished it. Corrected On-Site
  • 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 pork and chicken held more than 24 hours not properly date marked at walk in cooler.
  • 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. Observed food handler certificate for Favio Basulto expired on 12/1/2023.

Inspection Date: 3/7/2025

  • 36-24-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in ceiling in dry storage room where raw potatoes are stored. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-14: Observed hole in ceiling in dry storage room where raw potatoes are stored. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: Observed hole in ceiling in dry storage room where raw potatoes are stored. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-07: Observed hole in ceiling in dry storage room where raw potatoes are stored. Admin Complaint
  • 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. Observed hand sink removed from front counter area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-14: Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. Observed hand sink removed from front counter area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-07: Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. Admin Complaint

Inspection Date: 12/26/2024

  • 36-24-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in ceiling in dry storage room where raw potatoes are stored. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-14: Observed hole in ceiling in dry storage room where raw potatoes are stored. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: Observed hole in ceiling in dry storage room where raw potatoes are stored. **Time Extended**
  • 16-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed spray nozzle at dish area soiled with slimy substance. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-14: Observed spray nozzle at dish area soiled with slimy substance. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: Observed spray nozzle at dish area soiled with slimy substance. **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 cheese (48F - Cold Holding); chicken noodle soup (45F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per operator, products placed inside unit less than 1 hour. Observed cooked beef (54F - Cold Holding); raw beef (62F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. As per operator, products placed in unit 1 hour prior. Employee closed unit lid. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-14: Observed cooked chicken at 46F, cooked beans 45F, fries 46F all cold holding at walk in cooler. As per operator, from the previous night.Observed krab salad at 42F cold holding at preparation cooler at cook line. Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: Observed beef stock at 47F, cooked beef 48F all cold holding at walk in cooler. As per manager, less than 2 hours. Admin Complaint
  • 31A-07-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-14: Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. Admin Complaint
  • 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. Observed hand sink removed from front counter area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-14: Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. Observed hand sink removed from front counter area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 11/14/2024

  • 36-24-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in ceiling in dry storage room where raw potatoes are stored. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-14: Observed hole in ceiling in dry storage room where raw potatoes are stored. **Time Extended**
  • 16-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed spray nozzle at dish area soiled with slimy substance. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-14: Observed spray nozzle at dish area soiled with slimy substance. **Time Extended**
  • 22-43-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm) at front counter. Operator began replenishing solution. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-14: Observed 3 compartment sink not set up at time of callback inspection. **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 cheese (48F - Cold Holding); chicken noodle soup (45F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per operator, products placed inside unit less than 1 hour. Observed cooked beef (54F - Cold Holding); raw beef (62F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. As per operator, products placed in unit 1 hour prior. Employee closed unit lid. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-14: Observed cooked chicken at 46F, cooked beans 45F, fries 46F all cold holding at walk in cooler. As per operator, from the previous night.Observed krab salad at 42F cold holding at preparation cooler at cook line. Admin Complaint
  • 31A-07-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-14: Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. **Time Extended**
  • 31A-04-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand sink removed from counter. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-14: Observed hand sink removed from counter. **Time Extended**
  • 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. Observed hand sink removed from front counter area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-14: Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. Observed hand sink removed from front counter area. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 11/13/2024

  • 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in ceiling in dry storage room where raw potatoes are stored. Warning
  • 16-03-4:Basic - Observed spray nozzle at dish area soiled with slimy substance. Warning
  • 03D-01-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed white beans (73F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per operator, product prepared approximately 4 hour prior. Discussed cooling procedures with operator and provided cooling handout via email. Warning
  • 22-43-4:High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm) at front counter. Operator began replenishing solution. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (48F - Cold Holding); chicken noodle soup (45F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per operator, products placed inside unit less than 1 hour. Observed cooked beef (54F - Cold Holding); raw beef (62F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. As per operator, products placed in unit 1 hour prior. Employee closed unit lid. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 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 cooked fries (85F - Hot Holding) at room temperature at cook line. As per operator, product at room temperature less than 1 hour. Warning
  • 31A-07-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. Warning
  • 31A-04-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand sink removed from counter. Warning
  • 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added preparation area in front of kitchen entrance with sandwich press and ice bin. Observed hand sink removed from front counter area. Warning

Inspection Date: 4/3/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8645338

  • 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed paint peeling from ceiling near cook line. Observed hole in ceiling at dry storage room. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-03: Observed paint peeling from ceiling near cook line. Observed hole in ceiling at dry storage room. **Time Extended**
  • 03F-10-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment utilizes time as a public health control for cooked fries. Provided written procedures via email to person in charge. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-03: No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment utilizes time as a public health control for cooked fries. Provided written procedures via email to person in charge. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 4/2/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8499033

  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish machine soiled. Warning
  • 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed paint peeling from ceiling near cook line. Observed hole in ceiling at dry storage room. Warning
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled with black substance at kitchen. Warning
  • 24-28-4:Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored below soap or paper towel dispenser exposing the items to drips from people's hands. Observed cutting boards stored underneath paper towel dispenser at ware washing 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 ambient temperature at 58F at 2 door reach in cooler near walk in cooler. Warning
  • 08B-36-4:Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed water leaking from fan inside 2 door reach in cooler near walk in cooler. Observed cut onions stored next to hand sink at ware washing area. Employee removed onions. Warning
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooking utensils stored in water at 90F at cook line and at 72F above preparation reach in cooler. Employee began reheating water. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves inside 2 door reach in cooler located near walk in cooler soiled with black substance. Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw sliced beef (54F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (57F - Cold Holding); raw beef with sauce (51F - Cold Holding) at 2 door reach in cooler near walk in cooler. As per employees less than 3 hours. Employee lowered unit temperature. Advised employees to place products inside another unit that has an ambient temperature of 41 or less. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 03F-10-5:Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment utilizes time as a public health control for cooked fries. Provided written procedures via email to person in charge. Warning

Inspection Date: 9/13/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8339416

  • 16-23-4:Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
  • 21-05-5:Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed wiping cloth used as cover for flour at reach in cooler at storage area. Manager removed cloth and covered product with deli paper. Corrected On-Site
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of chicken stored on floor at walk in freezer. Manager placed product on shelf. Corrected On-Site
  • 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed at 2 door reach in cooler at storage area. Manager segregated beverages from customer food. Corrected On-Site
  • 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at 2 door unit near walk in cooler.
  • 33-31-5:Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises.Observed slicer at back preparation area. As per manager, slicer is not utilized.
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen. Manager placed cloths inside chlorine solution. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed rice and beans stored inside non food grade bags at dry storage area.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over beans at walk in cooler. Manager rearranged products. Corrected On-Site
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of oven cleaner and chemical cleaning pads stored on shelf with food. Manager removed all food,products from shelf. Corrected On-Site
  • 41-15-5:High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine solution at 200 plus ppm. Manager prepared new chlorine solution. Final reading, 100ppm. Corrected On-Site
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards with stains at preparation area. Repeat Violation
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. Repeat Violation
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. Employee replenished soap. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

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