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EL NOGAL

318 20 ST, MIAMI BEACH, FL 33139

License #2333261

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Quick take

EL NOGAL in MIAMI BEACH currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 76.6 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has 2 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on April 10, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 19 total violations — 3 critical, 8 major, 8 minor.

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100%
Imported observations
19
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  • Inspection Completed - No Further Action
  • [10-14-5] Ice bucket not stored inverted between uses. Observed at the bar.
  • [16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
  • [22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting boards soiled.
  • [02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers and squeeze bottles not labeled in the kitchen.
  • [12A-02-4] Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
  • [11-26-1] 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. Observed a new sever Sofia working and no proof that she read or signed the form. Form provided via email.
  • [31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic cups and gloves in the hand washing sink at the bar.
  • [08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over sauces in the reach in cooler at the cook line. The cook moved the eggs to the bottom shelf.
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