LA CARNE ASADA
1680 PALM AVE, Hialeah FL 33010
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 13 visits since January 2024
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015042491 | Sep 16, 2015 | Oct 20, 2015 | $320 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cooked beef (58F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler at kitchen area. As per operator from the day before. Operator discarded it during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked beef (58F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler at kitchen area. As per operator from the day before. Operator discarded it during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fried pork belly (119F - Hot Holding); Fried chile pepper (123F - Hot Holding) inside steam table at front counter. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator removed them to reheated them inside oven at the time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed refried beans not date marked inside walk in cooler at kitchen area. As per operator prepared for more than 24 hours.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine soiled with black mold like substance at kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on top of preparation table next to walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint at kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gasket soiled in front of ovens at kitchen area.
Stored food not covered. Observed several food container stored uncovered inside walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled next to ice machine at kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of container under preparation next to hand wash sink at kitchen area. Operator removed during inspection.
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Kitchen can opener soiled.
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.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxes of beverages on floor inside walk in cooler ij
Open dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Clean kitchen walls where needed.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substances inside ice machine at kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door next to office at kitchen area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed all around kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled all around kitchen area. Also observed wall soiled at walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed corn dented can on rack next to walk in cooler at kitchen area. Operator discarded during inspection.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation washing hands for less than 15 seconds at front counter. Employee washed hands properly during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Stuffed Peppers (109F - Hot Holding)inside oven at kitchen area. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Also observed Fried Pork Belly (99F - Hot Holding); Fried Pork (109F - Hot Holding); Baked Pork Belly (89F - Hot Holding) inside steam table at front counter. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Employee removed to reheat during inspection.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled on top of preparation table at kitchen area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed paper towel stored inside hand wash sink at front counter. Employee removed and stored properly during inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer provided at the time of inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substances inside ice machine at kitchen area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean utensils stored not inverted under steam table at front counter. Employee inverted during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 groove cutting boards on top of preparation table at kitchen area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees drinks stored on top of preparation table at kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee speaker stored on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint at front counter. Employee put on hair restraint during inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door next to office at kitchen area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor at dry storage room at kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 cases of meat stored on the floor inside walk in freezer at kitchen area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler, walk in cooler and walk in freezer gaskets soiled at kitchen area.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open at dumpster area. Operator close lid during inspection.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed all around kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled all around kitchen area. Also observed wall soiled at walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed next to mop sink at kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Operator stored proper during inspection.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on walk in cooler door at kitchen area.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Observed missing lid at dumpster.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled across oven at kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container with not labeled at kitchen area.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 24 violations recorded, 10 high priority.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 can tomato paste dented in rack next to walk in cooler entrance at kitchen area. Operator removed it.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee not washing hands before putting on gloves at front counter. Coached operator on proper procedures.
Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed 30 bags chia seeds with no invoice to verified source. Operator discarded during inspection.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed raid spray can stored at front counter. Operator discarded during inspection.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation changing garbage can and proceeded to serve food without changing gloves at front counter. Employee changed gloves and wash hands during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cooked Shredded beef (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beef (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Rice (51F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per operator prepared over 4 hours. Operator discarded it during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooler Cooked Shredded beef (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beef (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Rice (51F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per operator was prepared over 4 hours. Operator discarded it during inspection. Also observed. White Cheese (67 F - Cold Holding); soft White Cheese (65F - Cold Holding)as per operator for less than for hours. Operator removed from front counter to cooled down properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fried Pork Belly (118F - Hot Holding); StuffedTacos (108F - Hot Holding) at steam table at front counter. As per operator less than 4 hours. Operator removed it to be reheated.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +100ppm) at from counter. Operator discarded and replaced with new solution. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled in front of walk in cooler area. Operator removed it to wash.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at handwash sink at kitchen area. Operator restocked during inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handle at walk in freezer door.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on walk in cooler door at kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed Raw Pork container stored on the floor at walk in freezer. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Observed missing lid at dumpster.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed sugar, cacao and beans plastic containers with handles not stored above top. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled next to walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled across oven at kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls soiled at walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of cacao container at kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container with not labeled at kitchen area.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef taquitos (47F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded beef (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); nacatamales (48F - Cold Holding); cooked white rice (47F- Cold Holding); gallo pinto rice (47F - Cold Holding); stored inside the walk in cooler. As per operator food was prepared 24 hours before the inspection. During the inspection operator discarded items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef taquitos (47F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded beef (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); nacatamales (48F - Cold Holding); cooked white rice (47F- Cold Holding); gallo pinto rice (47F - Cold Holding); stored inside the walk in cooler. As per operator food was prepared 24 hours before the inspection. During the inspections operator discarded items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at cooking line. During the inspection employee placed a new paper towels roll.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler #1 running at 56F. During the inspection operator removed TCS food and placed them in walk in cooler # 2.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in freezer floor soiled.
Food stored on floor. Observed one case of fish fillets stored on the floor inside the walk in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board, located cooking line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed standing reach in freezer interior soiled.
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef taquitos (55F - Cold Holding); chicken taquitos (54F - Cold Holding) stored inside the vegetable walk in cooler. As per operator food was prepared 10 hours before the inspection. Operator discarded items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef taquitos (55F - Cold Holding); chicken taquitos (54F - Cold Holding) stored inside the vegetable walk in cooler. As per operator food was prepared 10 hours before the inspection. Operator discarded items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slice machine blade soiled. Operator cleaned it.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout the kitchen areas.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. By the exit door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in freezer floor soiled.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board, located at preparation area. Employee removed it.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Employee cleaned it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed standing reach in freezer, and walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. By the three compartment sink.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Moro (56/61F - Cooling); cooked beans 52/58 cooling) was cooked from the day before located inside walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Moro (56/61F - Cooling); cooked beans 52/58 cooling) was cooked from the day before located inside walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled
Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Moro (56/61F - Cooling); cooked beans 52/58 cooling) was cooked from the day before located inside walk in cooler.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed no soap in the entire establishment. Operator send employee to by soap at the store.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Moro (56/61F - Cooling); cooked beans 52/58 cooling) was cooked from the day before located inside walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salpicon (55F - Cold Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator operator placed inside reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (122F - Hot Holding); cooked beef (116F - Hot Holding); beans (118F - Hot Holding); fried cheese (120F - Hot Holding); fried beans (123F - Hot Holding); sweet plantain (112F - Hot Holding) in steam table for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator increased equipment temperature.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can blocking the hand sink. Operator removed it.
Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Observed half a gallon of carrot, chia, melon, rice and pineapple juice without warning label.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap was provided during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of raw beef on walk in cooler floor. Operator properly stored it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled
Stored food not covered. Observed white rice (43F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (40F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (42F - Cold Holding); with no covered. Operator properly covered it.
Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed red beans (50F - Cooling) in the walk in cooler over night, as per operator. Educated operator how to properly cool.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed red beans (50F - Cooling) in the walk in cooler over night, as per operator. Educated operator how to properly cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken breast (113F - Hot Holding); ribs (97F - Hot Holding); pork chops (92F - Hot Holding); pork with sauce (118F - Hot Holding); fried bean (99F - Hot Holding); white rice (109F - Hot Holding); chicken breast (129F - Hot Holding); chicarron (111F - Hot Holding); carne asada (129F - Hot Holding); ropa vieja (114F - Hot Holding); steak with onion (117F - Hot Holding); cow tongue (114F - Hot Holding); enchiladas (124F - Hot Holding); tacos (99F - Hot Holding); yuca (124F - Hot Holding); mosillo (96F - Hot Holding) on the steam table at the front counter for less than 2 hours, as per operator. Asked operator to reheat all items to 165F and above. Observed chicken soup (133F - Hot Holding) stored on the stove top, operator turned on fire to heat up.
Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Observed half a gallon of carrot, chia, melon, rice and pineapple juice without warning label.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 7 high priority.
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 200+ppm), operator drained the water and remade.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed red beans (50F - Cooling) in the walk in cooler over night, as per operator. Educated operator how to properly cool.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed red beans (50F - Cooling) in the walk in cooler over night, as per operator. Educated operator how to properly cool.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a can of sliced mushrooms with a dent.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw salmon stored in the walk in freezer.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee taking cash and touch tongs to move food around with no handwashing.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken breast (113F - Hot Holding); ribs (97F - Hot Holding); pork chops (92F - Hot Holding); pork with sauce (118F - Hot Holding); fried bean (99F - Hot Holding); white rice (109F - Hot Holding); chicken breast (129F - Hot Holding); chicarron (111F - Hot Holding); carne asada (129F - Hot Holding); ropa vieja (114F - Hot Holding); steak with onion (117F - Hot Holding); cow tongue (114F - Hot Holding); enchiladas (124F - Hot Holding); tacos (99F - Hot Holding); yuca (124F - Hot Holding); mosillo (96F - Hot Holding) on the steam table at the front counter for less than 2 hours, as per operator. Asked operator to reheat all items to 165F and above. Observed chicken soup (133F - Hot Holding) stored on the stove top, operator turned on fire to heat up.
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. Emailed form to operator.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing a towel at hand washing sink at the front counter.
Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Observed half a gallon of carrot, chia, melon, rice and pineapple juice without warning label.
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. Emailed form to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap in the front counter handwashing sink. Operator placed new bottle.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed arroz con leche with no date marking. Operator placed dates.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed keys on the prep table at the front counter by the juice station.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee handling food at the front counter with a dangling bracelet.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed spatulas in between the wall and 3 compartment sink. Operator removed.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. By the entrance of the walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Observed reach in freezer interior soiled. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Inside walk in cooler.
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