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LA BIRRA BAR

14831 BISCAYNE BLVD, North Miami Beach FL 33181 · 305-988-0394

Last inspected Feb 5, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats48
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2331081
Grade history
FEB 24
JUL 24
JAN 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 6 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
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. Poster was provided to operator
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Badges — 2 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Feb 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket and sponge inside bar hand sink. Employee moved it out.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed some mold like substance inside the ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed scoop handle touching the ice. Employee corrected it immediately.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing handwashing sign in both restrooms used for the employees and the general public.
Basic/31B-04-4
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Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed spinach dip thawing under standing water. Kitchen manager placed the food item under cold running water.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
The state's own report →
Oct 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink blocked by a rack by triple sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Intermediate/05-10-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled.
Basic/22-20-5
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Plastic container with onions on the floor inside walk in cooler. Manager put it on top of the shelf.
Basic/08B-47-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service items stored on top of a cutting board that is on the floor under preparation table.
Basic/25-05-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of the preparation table.
Basic/21-12-4
Mar 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 31, 2025 · On 03-31-2025 at the time of the callback inspection Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled. Repeat Violation Warning Time Extended
Jan 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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 was to operate.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of the preparation table in kitchen area. Employee put it inside the sanitizer bucket.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Jul 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Triple sink not dispensing sanitizer. Employee called technician.
Intermediate/16-59-1/Corrective Action Taken
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed plastic containers with beef on the floor inside walk-in cooler.
Basic/08B-47-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of the preparation table. Employee put it inside the sanitizer bucket.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Feb 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connected to faucet without vacuum breaker, by mop sink.
High priority/29-34-4
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Plastic containers with oil in kitchen.
Basic/08B-47-4
Mop not stored to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Aug 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
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. Poster was provided to operator
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink by triple sink, Items stored in it.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
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 was provided to operator
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sinks by kitchen entrance door, and by triple sink. Advised manager, she corrected it
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4

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.