LA COTORRA CAFE
1781 W 32 PLACE, Hialeah FL 33012 · 786-391-1642
Last inspected Apr 20, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs top of prep table, out fo 1 hour according to cook. Shell eggs placed inside reach in cooler for proper storage.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015021150 | Apr 12, 2015 | Jun 4, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food inside freezer stored on thank you bags.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs top of prep table, out fo 1 hour according to cook. Shell eggs placed inside reach in cooler for proper storage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone top of prep table at kitchen. Operator removed cell phone.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed inside ice machine scoop buried on ice. Operator stored properly.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets reach in coolers soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooking oil container stored on the floor by mop sink.
Dec 11, 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container with raw chicken, stored over container with cooked pork inside two doors cooler front counter area. Operator stored raw chicken container on bottom shelf under ready to eat food.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed carton with shell eggs stored on top of prep table at kitchen, according to cook out for one hour. Cook placed shell eggs inside reach in cooler for proper storage.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook change task, cleaned table, no gloves changed or hand washing observed before starting to handle clean equipment and plating food. Inspector coached cook on proper hand washing and glove use. Employee removed gloves, washed hands and stared food handling.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cups and brush inside hand wash sink. Operator removed items from inside hand washing sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed desserts milk base, prepared two days ago according to operator front counter area no date labeled.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water bottles stored on the floor. Operator stored water bottles six inches above the floor.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed at ware washing area.
Open dumpster lid.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen beef ribs thawing at ambient temperature, operator placed frozen ribs under cold running water for proper thawing.
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed glass and brush inside hand wash sink. Employee removed items from inside hand wash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towels.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed water bottle on top of cutting board at kitchen. Employee discarded water bottle.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook preparing food, no hai restrain.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes with corn and sack with onions stored on the floor by front counter. also water bottles on the floor by man bathroom.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave and oven interior souled with food residue.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed at ware washing area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed clean plastic containers with old labels.
Nov 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above container with raw bee inside two door cooler front counter area. Employee stored raw chicken container under raw beef container.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed fork and sponge inside hand washing sink. Employee removed items from inside hand wash sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towels.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed n ice scoop missing handle.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of water bottles stored on the floor by bathroom.
Apr 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washed hands at 3 compartment sink. Manager coached employee in proper hand washing at hand wash sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container and utensils stored inside hand wash sink by front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towels.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of water bottles stored on the floor.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves soiled inside reach in cooler at kitchen.
Jan 16, 2024□ 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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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed Cook no hair restraint while cooking.
Nov 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee cooking no changing gloves as needed, change activity, no glove ch or hands washed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed peppers and lemons inside hand was sink. Employee removed items from inside hand wash sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of certification or certified manager for establishment.
Employee eating while preparing food. Observed cook eating while preparing food.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed Cook no hair restraint while cooking.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of potato fries stored on the kitchen floor. Employee stored box with pot fries inside reach in cooler away from the floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen chicken thawing at rooms temperature inside 3 compartment sink. Employee open-cold water faucet to let it run on top of frozen chicken.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed cleaning towel on top of prep table.
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.