LA FIESTA RESTAURANT
10930 W FLAGLER ST STE 310, Swetwater FL 33174 · (786) 523-4019
Last inspected Mar 18, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
APR 24
AUG 24
FEB 25
JUL 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sausage (53F - Cold Holding); whole cheese (52F - Cold Holding) inside glass door reach in cooler. As per employee for more than 24 hrs.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed container with vitamin C gummies stored next to spiced on shelve over triple sink. Operator removed.
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 cooked pork (45F - Cold Holding); pork ribs (45F - Cold Holding); white rice (49F - Cold Holding); rice with beans (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator for more than 4 hrs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (45F - Cold Holding); pork ribs (45F - Cold Holding); white rice (49F - Cold Holding); rice with beans (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator for more than 4 hrs.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer blade soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at men's and ladies restroom.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at men's restroom.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser in spray bottle without label at triple sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee deodorant and toothpaste stored next to clean plates on shelves over triple sink. Operator removed the items.
Food stored on floor. Observed water bottle case stored on floor at storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at men's restroom.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler bottom interior soiled across triple door freezer.
Jul 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked oxtail inside reach in cooler across chest freezer. Operator properly arranged by cooking temperatures.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 2 spray bottles, one with degreaser and one with detergent without label hanging from triple sink. Operator labeled bottles.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork (Frozen) thawing at room temperature inside triple sink.
Feb 10, 2025Inspection 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 one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside reach in freezer. Employee properly arranged products.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviche mixto not properly identified as raw. Employee started to mark during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed white rice, Moro rice, cooked pork inside reach in cooler without time mark. As per employee for approximately 2 days. Employee properly marked products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser not labeled at triple sink. Employee properly labeled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Aug 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked black beans inside reach in cooler. Employee properly arranged by cooking tempetures.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sausage (53F - Cold Holding); whole cheese (52F - Cold Holding) inside glass door reach in cooler. As per employee for more than 24 hrs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (53F - Cold Holding); whole cheese (52F - Cold Holding) inside glass door reach in cooler. As per employee for more than 24 hrs.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at kitchen area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed next to kitchen entrance.
Jun 4, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of employe training for Elizabeth hired for more than 60 days.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at exit back door at kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles broken at back exit door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled across slicer table.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Apr 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash in kitchen.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of employe training for Elizabeth hired for more than 60 days.
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 and provided to manager via email.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at preparation table across triple sink. Employee discarded the brush.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory available. Employee posted the advisory.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed moro rice without date mark inside reach in cooler next to back exit door. As per employee prepare 2 days prior.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on preparation table across triple sink. Employee removed the drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on preparation table across triple sink. Employee removed the phone. Also observed employee bag next to clean silver wear at front counter. Employee removed the bag.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at exit back door at kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles broken at back exit door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled across slicer table.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar inside plastic container next to coffee machine without label. Manager properly labeled products.
Aug 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors located at both restrooms doors and are used for employees. Operator bought self-closing door hinge for restrooms.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside located in kitchen exit door.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers located at kitchen 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.