BARRA VIEJA
8450 NW 53 ST, Doral FL 33166 · 646-590-3975
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles showing water damage near walk in cooler.
Aug 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tag missing date of last sold.
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/ Observed more than four employees without a certified food manager present. A certified manager arrived during inspection.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water to convection oven at prep area missing service date.
Mar 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tag missing date of last sold.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing container of utensils being filled with water at prep area.manager removed items.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on menu tuna tacos and tuna tartar not identified as a raw item on the menu.
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/ Observed more than four employees without a certified food manager present. A certified manager arrived during inspection.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water to convection oven at prep area missing service date.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plastic containers and metal pots on shelf and where washing area not inverted. Manager inverted all items.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on prep table soiled.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in large ice machine at prep area ice scoop handle touching ice.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife at front counter, stored in between equipment, chef removed items.
Nov 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 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 employee handling soiled plate and touching clean glass without washing hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked octopus inside reach in cooler at front counter. Employee stored both items as per safety storage protocol.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside Walk in cooler.
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/
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer unlabeled inside Bar. Operator labeled bottle.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed water stuck between containers on shelf in back kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons in standing water at 90°F on front counter. Operator removed water.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on reach in cooler in back kitchen.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed stored on Bar floor. Operator removed bucket from floor.
Jun 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 28, 2025Call 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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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Mar 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority10 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cheese inside reach in cooler at front counter. Operator stored products properly.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensil stored inside hand wash sink in back kitchen. Operator removed utensil.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine test kit.
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/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in back kitchen. Operator provided paper towel.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef not date marked inside Walk in cooler. As per Operator beef was cooked last Tuesday March 25th, 2024. Operator date marked container.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink in back kitchen. Operator turned on hot water.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handles. Operator removed tongs.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on front counter. Operator removed towel.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed in back kitchen hood.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. Operator provided sign.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed inside Bar. Operator removed bucket from floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container unlabeled in back kitchen. Operator labeled container.
Oct 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
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.