LA BIRRA BAR
219 MIRACLE MILE, Coral Gables FL 33134 · 7862135685
Last inspected Apr 7, 2026 · 6 visits since April 2024
APR 24
AUG 24
APR 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC
4 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator made payment while conducting the inspection.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Kitchen and front counter.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Check at restrooms.
Jun 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Jun 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Plumbing system in disrepair.
Apr 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employees with gloves but no hand washing due to one sink blocked at front counter and the other in the kitchen is out of service.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator made payment while conducting the inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At front counter hand sinks blocked by a food cart. Employee removed cart.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Dishwashing area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Plumbing system in disrepair.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed at front counter new ice bin next to hand sink. Hand sink needs a divider to avoid splashing over ice.
Aug 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority8 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
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. Provided while conducting the inspection.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed at second floor a prep table in front of walk in cooler and walk in freezer where employees are preparing food. A hand wash sink must be installed.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter. Manager placed a roll paper.
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 of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. 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. Provided wile conducting the inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter. Manager brought a soap container.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler bags with fruits and vegetables stored on floor. Manager sent employee to place them on shelves.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Apr 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand sink located at dishwashing area.
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.