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PAQUITO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT

PAQUITO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT located in NORTH MIAMI BEACH has undergone 7 health department inspections, achieving a 3.3/5 overall safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 1 months ago · 7 reports on file

16265 BISCAYNE BLVD

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.3/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

1/23/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13460334

Met Inspection Standards

2 int, 5 basic

  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Repeat Violation
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on reach in cooler door handle between uses. Repeat Violation
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in men's restroom and waiter station.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink in bar area not accessible for employee use at all times due to being blocked by ice bin.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Observed ice and drinks stored in Handwash sink in bar area. Advised that sink can not be used for purposes other than handwashing.

7/14/2025· 8mo ago

Visit ID: 10901623

Met Inspection Standards

7 basic

  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
  • 14-38-4:Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of onions being stored on floor in walk in cooler. Manager advised employee to move to shelf. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on reach in cooler door. Manager removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in kitchen area. Manager instructed employee to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/ Reach-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

1/24/2025· 1y 1mo ago

7 basic

  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • 36-12-4:Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Located in walk in cooler and freezer.
  • 14-38-4:Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of raw chicken being stored on floor in walk in cooler.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Repeat Violation
  • 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

10/30/2024· 1y 4mo ago

4 basic

  • 36-11-4:Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Located in walk in cooler/ freezer.
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on reach in cooler door handle.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Repeat Violation

10/30/2024· 1y 4mo ago

1 basic

  • 29-49-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-30: Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Repeat Violation Warning **Time Extended**

12/6/2023· 2y 3mo ago

Visit ID: 8566463

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 7 basic

  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning
  • 24-05-4:Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Warning
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 55-01-4:Basic - Establishment charging automatic gratuity without properly disclosing the information on the bill however the menu states "18% service charge will be included for all parties. Advised manager that information must be on both receipt and menu. Manager called there POS system vendor to add verbiage to receipt and is awaiting the change. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Manager discarded water.Repeat Violation Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
  • 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-86-1:High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining taco shells. Warning

10/2/2023· 2y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8345484

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 2 int, 3 basic

  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and walk in freezer.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water was 80°F and located next to steam table.
  • 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in kitchen area.
  • 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
  • 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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

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