BARCELONETA
1400 20TH STREET, Miami FL 33139 · 305.903.9056
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 10 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 5 roaches behind a reach in cooler. Observed one on the wall across from the reach in cooler.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025060873 | Aug 18, 2025 | Sep 4, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags being dated on date received.
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/
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed the clean dishes on a rusty shelf.
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone on a preparation table.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container with cooking oil on the floor at the line. The cook put it on a shelf.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed several utensils in room temperature water. The cook poured out the water.
Open dumpster lid.
Mar 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of flour. The cook discarded it.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed two ice buckets not inverted at the bar. The sever inverted them.
Food stored on floor. Observed a large plastic container with cooking oil on the floor by the cook line.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container of shredded cheese. The cook inverted it.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in both restrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled in the kitchen.
Aug 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers not labeled in the back room.
Aug 14, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 5 roaches behind a reach in cooler. Observed one on the wall across from the reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a red bucket and cleaning pads in the hand washing sink in the ware washing area. The cook removed the items.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Food stored on floor. Observed a large plastic container with cooking oil on the floor at the cook line. The cook put the oil on a shelf.
Ice bucket stored not inverted between uses. The server inverted the buckets.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers not labeled in the back room.
Mar 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed the dish washer touch dirty dishes and then clean dishes without washing hands.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a red plastic container in the hand washing sink at the ware washing room. The cook removed the bucket.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gasket torn at the cook line entrance.
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container of cooking oil on the floor at the cook line.
Ice buckets stored on floor between uses. Observed at the bar. The bartender put the buckets on a table.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed two scoops in a water temperature of 78° F. The cook poured out the water.
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed an ice machine in the alley behind the restaurant without a lock.
Dec 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Clam/mussel tags not marked with last date served. Observed a few tags not dated.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a shelf in front of the hand washing sink in the ware washing room.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the triple sink uses quaternary and the dish machine uses chlorine. The establishment only has quaternary test strips.
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container with cooking oil on the floor at the cook line.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the wall by the chest freezers.
Ice bucket stored on floor between uses. Observed at the bar. The waitress put the buckets on a shelf.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the bar. The waitress inverted the scoop.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the ware washing room.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed under the triple sink.
Jun 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed liquid eggs and liquid egg whites over vegetables in the upright coolers in the storage area.
Clam/musseltags not marked with last date served.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a water hose connected to the hand washing sink at the bar. The bartender removed the hose.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food stored on floor. Observed a large plastic container of cooking oil on the floor at the cook line.
Ice bucket not inverted stored on floor between uses. Observed at the bar. The bartender inverted and put the buckets on a shelf.
Mar 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 12, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the following employees food handler certification are expired Marlon, Modesto, Juliana, Jose.
Dec 12, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. The manager set up the triple sink sanitizer compartment.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. The license was paid during the inspection.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed liquid eggs over vegetables in the reach in cooler. The cook moved the liquid eggs to the bottom shelf.
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. Form provided via email.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a bucket in the sink and a shelf blocking access. The manager removed the bucket and moved the shelf.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine.
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. Form provided.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the following employees food handler certification are expired Marlon, Modesto, Juliana, Jose.
Food stored on floor. Observed a large plastic container with cooking oil on the floor. The cook put the oil on a shelf.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. The manager removed the knives.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a water temperature of 80°F. The cook poured out the water.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a large plastic container with water and shrimp. The cook put the container in the triple sink and turned on the cold water.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.