LA CARRETA MIA C-26-A
4200 NW 21 ST CONC D-37, Miami FL 33122 · 305-869-3003
Last inspected Mar 11, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B 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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025081385 | Sep 4, 2025 | Apr 8, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Carlos Suarez employee training expired on 03/03/2026
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 in front of of the ovens ambient temperature 51 F
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler in front of of the ovens ambient temperature 51 F
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Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed salad reach in cooler soiled inside, observed prep reach in cooler soiled located in the kitchen area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed kitchen floor.
- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed boiler 127174 with no certification.
Mar 10, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate13 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed inside of the 2nd walk in cooler Marinated chicken made yesterday. (57 F - Cold Holding); Cooked ground beef (49 F - Cold Holding); Cooked pork (49 F - Cold Holding); Cooked shredded beef (50 F - Cold Holding); Cooked chicken (50 F - Cold Holding); Cooked shredded chicken (71 F - Cold Holding); Cooked beef (48 F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken breast (50 F - Cold Holding) according to manager since yesterday
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside of the 2nd walk in cooler Marinated chicken made yesterday. (57 F - Cold Holding); Cooked ground beef (49 F - Cold Holding); Cooked pork (49 F - Cold Holding); Cooked shredded beef (50 F - Cold Holding); Cooked chicken (50 F - Cold Holding); Cooked Shredded chicken (71 F - Cold Holding); Cooked beef (48 F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken breast (50 F - Cold Holding) according to manager since yesterday
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer guard soiled located in the prep area, and kitchen area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pans inside of the front line hand washing sink.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Carlos Suarez employee training expired on 03/03/2026
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 in front of of the ovens ambient temperature 51 F
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee chewing gum while cooking. Chef coached employee, employee discarded gum, washed hands.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler in front of of the ovens ambient temperature 51 F
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil stored on the floor by the dishwasher.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair on top of the walk in cooler located in front of the oven,
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In the storage area, prep area, by dishwasher area.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed no container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray at the back area kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of oven soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed salad reach in cooler soiled inside, observed prep reach in cooler soiled located in the kitchen area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed kitchen floor.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed boiler 127174 with no certification.
Sep 10, 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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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed boiler 127174 with no certification.
Sep 4, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cuban sandwiches (52 F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (60 F - Cold Holding); American cheese (61 F - Cold Holding); Shredded pork (66 F - Cold Holding); according to manager for more than four hours,observed Sliced ham (48 F - Cold Holding). According to manager stored in reach in cooler since yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cuban sandwiches (52 F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (60 F - Cold Holding); American cheese (61 F - Cold Holding); Shredded pork (66 F - Cold Holding); according to manager for more than four hours,observed Sliced ham (48 F - Cold Holding). According to manager stored in reach in cooler since yesterday.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mixer head soiled.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training for Adriana Rojas expired on 08/26/2025
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment. Observed fan cover with heavy soiled located in the prep area, dishwasher area.
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 prep reach in cooler ambient temperature 65 F, observed standing cooler ambient temperature 64 F, observed reach in cooler ambient temperature 55
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee in the dishwasher area with no hair restraint while cleaning dishes, observed employee preparing food with no with no hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed prep reach in cooler ambient temperature 65 F, observed standing cooler ambient temperature 64 F, observed reach in cooler ambient temperature 55 F
- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed boiler 127174 with no certification.
Sep 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed three cans of Diced white potatoes dented located in the storage area.
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine 0 ppm Chlorine.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cuban sandwiches (52 F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (60 F - Cold Holding); American cheese (61 F - Cold Holding); Shredded pork (66 F - Cold Holding); according to manager for more than four hours,observed Sliced ham (48 F - Cold Holding). According to manager stored in reach in cooler since yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cuban sandwiches (52 F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (60 F - Cold Holding); American cheese (61 F - Cold Holding); Shredded pork (66 F - Cold Holding); according to manager for more than four hours,observed Sliced ham (48 F - Cold Holding). According to manager stored in reach in cooler since yesterday.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mixer head soiled.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training for Adriana Rojas expired on 08/26/2025
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment. Observed fan cover with heavy soiled located in the prep area, dishwasher area.
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 prep reach in cooler ambient temperature 65 F, observed standing cooler ambient temperature 64 F, observed reach in cooler ambient temperature 55
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee in the dishwasher area with no hair restraint while cleaning dishes, observed employee preparing food with no with no hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed prep reach in cooler ambient temperature 65 F, observed standing cooler ambient temperature 64 F, observed reach in cooler ambient temperature 55 F
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water stored on the walk in freezer floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under prep table next to the walk in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed standing prep cooler next to the main entrance to the kitchen with heavy soiled located soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water on the hand sink located next to the walk in cooler
Stored food not covered. Observed sugar container not covered at the cafeteria area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice, beans containers not labeled.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed boiler 127174 with no certification.
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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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. Soda nozzles soiled in the customer area, can opener blade soiled.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. At the kitchen hand sink
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. By the office
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler in disrepair not in use.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in freezer floor soiled.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover on front service area reach in cooler soiled.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed back area floor, kitchen floor with unsealed floor.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet on the prep sink leaking
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed boiler 127174 with no certification.
Oct 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer guard soiled, soda nozzles soiled.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the prep area hand washing sink without a handwashing signn
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed back area floor, kitchen floor with unsealed floor.
- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed boiler 127174 with no certification.
Oct 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate14 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. Observed cafeteria dishwasher machine 0 ppm.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed shell eggs over raw pork chops in kitchen reach in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer guard soiled, soda nozzles soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed prep area hand washing sink as a dump sink.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
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 first walk in cooler at 54 F
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone, keys on top of the prep tables.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint
Equipment in poor repair. Observed first walk in cooler running at 54 F
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of cooking oil stored on the kitchen floor.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the prep area hand washing sink without a handwashing signn
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed a cup of water inside of the front area prep cooler. Employee removed drink
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed prep reach in coolers soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed sugar container no covered.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed back area floor, kitchen floor with unsealed floor.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed boiler 127174 with no certification.
Mar 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate14 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled, slicer blade soiled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at the cafeteria area with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed prep cooler gasket in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of milk stored on the walk in cooler floor.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Kitchen area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of cups stored on the storage floor
Stored food not covered. Observed sugar no covered at the cafeteria area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind equipments.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed back area hand washing sink pipe leaking.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container no labeled.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed boiler 127174 with no certification.
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed containers the pills on the front counter prep coolers.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee preparing food got drink without washing hands. Manager coached employee.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed marinated chicken over cooked shredded beef
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice chute soiled located in the lobby.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. First kitchen
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of oven soiled, reach in cooler soiled.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed gallons of milk reuse to store juices
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of to go containers stored on the storage area floor. Manager removed the boxes from the floor l
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dishwasher area.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed boiler 127174 with no certification.
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.