LA GRANJA CHICKEN STEAK AND SEAFOOD
8754 W FLAGLER ST, Miami FL 33174 · 954-968-7988
Last inspected Jan 30, 2026 · 8 visits since January 2024
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (122F - Hot Holding) inside warmer as per operator for less than 4 hrs.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 1, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mashed potatoes (48F - Cold Holding); sour cream (46F - Cold Holding); corn mix (48F - Cold Holding); corn (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (41F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator for less than 4 hrs.
Jul 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mashed potatoes (48F - Cold Holding); sour cream (46F - Cold Holding); corn mix (48F - Cold Holding); corn (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (41F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator for less than 4 hrs.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (122F - Hot Holding) inside warmer as per operator for less than 4 hrs.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 400+ppm) at front counter. Operator diluted with water, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200 ppm).
Jan 31, 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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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed some ceiling tiles dusty at prep area.
Jan 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed whole chicken (49F - Cold Holding); mashed potatoes (47F - Cold Holding); garlic sauce (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per employee for less than 4 hrs. Observed spring mix (47F - Cold Holding); cut romaine (48F - Cold Holding) at salad station. As per operator for approximately 1 hr.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to mop sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed some ceiling tiles dusty at prep area.
Aug 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sweet plantains (120F - Hot Holding) inside hot box at kitchen. As per employee for more than 4 hrs. Employee discarded the product.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (120F - Hot Holding) inside hot box at kitchen. As per employee for more than 4 hrs. Employee discarded the product.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed red cutting board soiled with mold like substance inside walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty at prep area.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed tongs inside cut Romain container at front counter. Employee placed tongs upwards.
Apr 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at triple sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (112F - Hot Holding) on steam table. As per manager for approximately an hour. Manager placed product in kitchen for reheat.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser inside spray bottle without label at storage shelves. Manager properly labeled bottle.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents dusty over preparation area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee coffee inside hot box at kitchen. Employee removed the coffee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) under steam table. Manager discarded and replenished with new solution, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 400ppm).
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt inside plastic container without label on shelve over preparation table.
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at triple sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter prep area, cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding) cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding) shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding) as per manager was out for 45 minutes. Manager removed items and placed into walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at can opener on prep table.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinse sanitizer bucket in hand wash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter sink. Manager provided 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. Provided manager with form to print manager printed and reviewed and sign with employees.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter sink. Manager provided soap.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed training certifications without expiration dates. Manager wrote expiration dates on all certificates.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in container of salt. Manager removed and discarded.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents and ceiling tiles soiled at front count prep area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed used bottle of water stored on prep table at rear of kitchen.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at triple sink area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in container of rice. Manager placed in correct position.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at front counter reach in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Manager stored in proper drying position.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container of salt not labeled.
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