THE SPOTTED GALLO
8758 West Flagler Street
Florida, 33174
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.4/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 2/12/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
3
Total
5
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside cacao containers across washing area. Operator removed the bowl. Corrected On-Site
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottled water on prep table. Employee removed the water. Corrected On-Site
- 21-07-4:Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm) at kitchen. Operator added chlorine, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm). Corrected On-Site
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over beef taquitos inside reach in freezer. Operator properly rearranged y cooking tempetures. Corrected On-Site 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 boiled yuca inside walk in cooler not date marked. As per operator for approximately 3 days. Operator marked during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/12/2025 revealed 5 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 8/28/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
2
Basic
3
Total
8
Inspection Details:
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at frying station. Employee removed the towel.Repeat Violation Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed whole cheese (Frozen) thawing at room temperature at washing area. As per employee for approximately 3 hrs. Employee placed product inside walk in cooler for proper thawing. Corrected On-Site
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table. Employee removed the towel. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked pork inside reach in cooler at cook line. Manager properly rearranged products by cooking tempetures. Corrected On-Site
- 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 over raw fish inside reach in cooler next to washing area. Manager properly rearranged products by cooking tempetures. Corrected On-Site
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed next to washing area.
- 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 inside reach in cooler without time mark at cook line. As per manager for 3 days. Also observed homemade tomato sauce inside reach in cooler across prep area. As per manager for 5 days. Employee properly marked products. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser without label at bar triple sink. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/28/2024 revealed 8 total violations (3 high priority, 2 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 5/16/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
2
Total
2
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents dusty at kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-16: Observed Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents dusty at kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-16: Observed Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 5/16/2024 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 5/15/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
4
Basic
5
Total
12
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 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 at kitchen.
- 12B-12-5:Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed coffee in an unenclosed beverage container on prep table across ice machine.
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under cutting board at preparation area.
- 21-10-4:Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on kitchen prep table. Employee removed the towel. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 plus Live, small flying insects flying over ware washing area.
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed flour tortillas stored inside nonfood-grade bag inside standing cooler at kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed crushed cacao inside plastic container with 3 live larvae. Also observed half bag of crushed cacao with 2 larvae inside. Employee discarded the products.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spoon stored inside kitchen hand sink. Employee removed the spoon. Corrected On-Site
- 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 food employee David hired for more than 60 days.
- 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 gallo pinto rice, cooked white rice inside walk in cooler. As per employee, for more than 24 hrs. Repeat Violation
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 3 spray bottles with degreaser at ware washing area.
Food safety inspection conducted on 5/15/2024 revealed 12 total violations (3 high priority, 4 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 4/24/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
2
Total
2
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents dusty at kitchen Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-24: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents dusty at kitchen **Time Extended**
- 21-10-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed throughout kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-24: Observed Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/24/2024 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 2/21/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
2
Basic
9
Total
15
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside sugar container and inside rice container at dry storage. Employee removed the bowls. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 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 at kitchen Repeat Violation Warning
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning
- 12B-02-4:Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking water on food preparation area. Coached employee on correct procedures. Warning
- 08B-49-4:Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food not properly identified inside reach in cooler next to hand sink. 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 bag stored over container of beans. Manager removed the item. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup inside walk-in freezer. Warning
- 21-10-4:Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed throughout kitchen area. Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar in a plastic container not properly labeled at dry storage. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed tortillas stored in Nonfood-grade bags inside white reach in freezer. Repeat Violation 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 shell eggs stored over raw beef inside reach in cooler next to cook line. Employee replaced items by cooking temperatures. 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 cooked pork (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line. As per employee 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 cooked pork (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line. As per employee for more than 4 hrs. Also observed Sweet plantains (53F - Cold holding). For approximately 3 hours, employee discarded the plantains. Warning
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviche not identified as raw in the menu. 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 boiled yuca, tres leches and cooked pork prepared on site without date mark. As per operator for more than 24 hrs. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/21/2024 revealed 15 total violations (4 high priority, 2 intermediate, 9 basic).