LA ESQUIRE DEL PAN CON BISTEC
1190 W FLAGLER ST, Miami FL 33130 · 786-631-4287
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 22 points better than where it started.
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
2 cases · $1,240
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2016042167 | Aug 10, 2016 | Oct 5, 2016 | $800 |
| 1--2016004398 | Dec 29, 2015 | Mar 3, 2016 | $440 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink at front counter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed kitchen slicer at prep area soiled with food debris.
Reach-in cooler /Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled with food debris.
Nov 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed whole tomatoes stored in non food grade to go bag in reach in cooler at kitchen area. Observed sliced ham stored in non food grade to go bag at reach in cooler at dry storage.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed. Advised operator to print and hang current license.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of plastic water bottles stored on the floor at dry storage next.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice. Employee removed and stored ice scoop properly.
Feb 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed produce stored inside thank you bag inside reach in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork inside reach in cooler underneath register no date marked. As per operator for more than 24 hours prior.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on floor at cook line.
Oct 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed produce stored inside thank you bag inside reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed container with ice by grill with cut lettuce (62F - Cold Holding); sliced beef (62F - Cold Holding). As per operator for 1 hour prior advised operator to add more ice.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Coached person in charge and sent form via email.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employees washing hands inside 3 compartment sink.
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 to operator via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled with old food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink blocked with ladder and plastic containers, operator removed.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge unaware of thermometer calibration procedures, provided information to person in charge.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork inside reach in cooler underneath register no date marked. As per operator for more than 24 hours prior.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in disrepair inside reach in cooler underneath cash register.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on floor at cook line.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed through preparation tables.
Jul 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Equipment in poor repair. Ripped door gasket RIC, front of Beverage cooler.
May 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All kitchen employees foodhandlers expired 2023 Elizabeth lopez, Andrea Fernandaz
Equipment in poor repair. Ripped door gasket RIC, front of Beverage cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed 50 lbs of sugar on kitchen floor.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Feb 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef patty's stored above ready to eat cut tomatoes in reach-in cooler under POS system. Operator removed raw beef to properly store.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. ambient temperature of shelled eggs (63F - Cold Holding); stored under grill area. Discussed with operator about using time as a public health control. Distributed TPHC paperwork to operator during this inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. milk (45F - Cold Holding) stored in sink at front counter. Operator stated the machine is broken and will be fixed today so she had container of milk out for about 20 minutes. Operator placed milk back in reach-in cooler to chill. Operator finished container of milk. Also, raw beef (60F - Cold Holding) on shelf in front of grill. Discussed with operator about using TPHC or keep stored in nearby reach-in cooler. Employee placed beef in reach-in cooler to chill.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing from threaded hose bibb near kitchen entry swinging door.
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. Operator unable to provide written procedures for clean up events. Distributed Training material during this inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in front corner of kitchen. Operator replenished paper towels.
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. Operator unable to provide proof that employees are informed of reporting symptoms related to food borne illnesses to person in charge. Distributed health form to operator during this inspection. Employees on duty read and signed form.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at hand wash sink or triple sink. Water temp 75F.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach-in cooler below pos system torn/ in disrepair.
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