LA ESQUINA DE LA FAMA
1388 SW 8 ST, Miami FL 33135
Last inspected Dec 9, 2024 · 5 visits since July 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
JUL 23
MAR 24
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DEC 24
≈ ERRATIC
4 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flying insect inside of cafeteria area and 4 live flying insects in kitchen area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $2,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015012435 | Feb 3, 2015 | May 28, 2015 | $2,200 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Dec 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Stand up reach in cooler in the back prep area: raw beef stored above tomatoes and cilantro.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Dry storage area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Dry storage area by the ice machine.
Jul 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Sliding glass door stand up reach in cooler: raw whole fish and raw chicken stored above whole tomatoes and whole pineapples Discussed with the operator and provided the handout for the proper storage of food. Observed the operator move the vegetables to another reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Small cafeteria: ham croquettes (109-114F - Hot Holding). As per operator, cooked 1 hour before the inspection. Operator discarded and prepared new ham croquettes.
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. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. By the three compartment sink: bags with mangoes stored inside the hand wash sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At the bar area, dry storage area by the ice machine, and the small cafeteria.
No soap provided at handwash sink in the dry storage area by the ice machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed by the dry storage area: plastic containers with cooking oil stored on the floor. Discussed the proper methods with the operator.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at the front counter in the bar area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in the dry storage area nearby the ice machine,
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Most reach in coolers.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables and countertops.
Mar 5, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nonfood-grade bags used stored raw meat products in reach in freezer near exterior door and inside reach in cooler in kitchen.
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/ Observed food certified manager arrived during the time of the inspection.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed outer openings not protected at cafeteria area of establishment. The walls have large openings by the when in shutters are pulled up during operation. As per approved plans, walls in the area are solid.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine located in dry storage.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container with no handle inside of container with beans at dry storage room 1.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at dry storage area near exterior door.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles over prep area in kitchen soiled with old food debris.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean utensils not stored with handle facing up under steam table in kitchen. Observed pots stored on soiled surface above 3 compartment sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of avocados stored on floor inside of storage room. Observed bags of flour, plastic jugs of vinegar, jugs of lemon juice stored on floor in second dry storage room. Observed case of oranges stored on floor inside of cafeteria area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer near exterior door.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed establishment does not have proper light shields covers in kitchen and dry storage.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fans inside of reach in cooler in kitchen and dry storage soiled with dust.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed outer openings not protected at cafeteria area of establishment. The walls have large openings by the when in shutters are pulled up during operation. As per approved plans, walls in the area are solid.
Mar 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 29 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority6 Intermediate16 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flying insect inside of cafeteria area and 4 live flying insects in kitchen area.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nonfood-grade bags used stored raw meat products in reach in freezer near exterior door and inside reach in cooler in kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw meat over cut cabbage inside of reach in cooler in kitchen area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw meat over cooked ground beef, raw meat over cooked pork and raw fish over cooked pork inside of reach in cooler in kitchen.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed ham (51 F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (62 F - Cold Holding); liquid whole eggs (62 F - Cold Holding); chicken empanadas (53 F - Cold Holding); beef empanadas (53 F - Cold Holding); whipped cream (52 F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (51 F - Cold Holding); butter (53 F - Cold Holding) located inside of reach cooler in kitchen. As per operator, stored inside the reach in cooler overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham (51 F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (62 F - Cold Holding); liquid whole eggs (62 F - Cold Holding); chicken empanadas (53 F - Cold Holding); beef empanadas (53 F - Cold Holding); whipped cream (52 F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (51 F - Cold Holding); butter (53 F - Cold Holding) located inside of reach cooler in kitchen. As per operator, stored inside the reach in cooler overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed shredded pork (67 F - Reheating); shredded chicken (82 F - Reheating) at steam table at prep area. As per employee, items were taken out of cooler and directly into steam table for reheating. Observed temperature of steam table at 160 F. Employee took items back for proper reheating at shredded beef (172 F - Reheating); shredded chicken (199 F - Reheating).
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled spoon stored inside of hand wash sink near 3 compartment sink. Observed employee washing containers inside of hand wash sink in cafeteria area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips at establishment. Manager went and provided new test strips at the time of the inspection.
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/ Observed food certified manager arrived during the time of the inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink inside of bar area. Manager provided paper towels.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed outer openings not protected at cafeteria area of establishment. The walls have large openings by the when in shutters are pulled up during operation. As per approved plans, walls in the area are solid.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink inside of bar area. Manager provided soap at hand wash sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine located in dry storage.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container with no handle inside of container with beans at dry storage room 1.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at dry storage area near exterior door.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles over prep area in kitchen soiled with old food debris.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean utensils not stored with handle facing up under steam table in kitchen. Observed pots stored on soiled surface above 3 compartment sink.
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 reach in cooler in kitchen area at 48 F. Observed reach in cooler inside dry storage room across ice machine at 51 F.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of avocados stored on floor inside of storage room. Observed bags of flour, plastic jugs of vinegar, jugs of lemon juice stored on floor in second dry storage room. Observed case of oranges stored on floor inside of cafeteria area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer near exterior door.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed establishment does not have proper light shields covers in kitchen and dry storage.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers inside of any reach in coolers. Manager provided ambient thermometers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fans inside of reach in cooler in kitchen and dry storage soiled with dust.
Open dumpster lid. Observed employee closed dumpster lids.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed outer openings not protected at cafeteria area of establishment. The walls have large openings by the when in shutters are pulled up during operation. As per approved plans, walls in the area are solid.
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Chest reach in freezer: raw beef stored inside Thank you carry out bags.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot box front counter: ham croquettes (114F - Hot Holding). As per operator, cook3d 1 hour before the inspection.Operator adjusted the temperature dial and discarded. Prepared new ham croquettes.
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. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front counter, bar: bottles of juice stored inside the hand washing sink. Kitchen, by the three compartment sink: pans stored in the hand washing sink. Small cafeteria, cups and utensils stored inside the hand washing sink.
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. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. All reach in coolers.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty area or rack. Ware wash area: clean pans stored on a dirty rack and on a soiled wall.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Kitchen area: wallets and purses stored on a shelf with bread for the customers
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Behind the dishwasher and the mop sink
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Dry storage area/back area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Prep table by the
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All hand wash sinks soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.throughout the kitchen and ware wash 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.