LA GRANJA POLLOS A LA BRASA
13822 SW 56 ST, Miami FL 33175 · 305.383.5055
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantain (112F - Hot Holding) inside fryer basket at cook line, as per manager 30 minutes prior.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed by dishwasher.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled ice chute for soda machine in front counter hallway soiled.
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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 dishwasher area and ice machine by dishwasher with no HWS provided.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Food stored on floor. Observed several cases on floor inside WIF, manager relocated.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Apr 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in warewash area.
Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open for two dumpsters.
Mar 25, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on the menu ceviche mixto, fish ceviche, shrimp ceviche, and steaks cooked according to customer request identifying raw items to a consumer advisory.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in warewash area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open for two dumpsters.
Mar 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); Manager was able to fix, Dishwasher 2nd test (Chlorine 100ppm).
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed male employee did not wash his hands after touched a cutting board and knife where raw chicken was cut; he removed his gloves, replaced with new gloves, and proceeded inside walk in cooler. Manager explained to the male employee the correct procedure.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over sliced ready to eat onions and ready to eat sauces inside RIC the near office.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw beef lomo prepped on 03/17/26 into smaller portions bags (57F - Cooling). A stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed raw beef lomo prepped on 03/17/26 into smaller portions bags (57F - Cooling). A stop sale was issued for this food items. Also Observed in house salsa (67F - Cooling); in house riccoto (67F - Cooling) at the self service salsa station for consumer. Per operator placed just after noon time. Manager had employees place items on ice.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed plantains (98F - Hot Holding), per operator cooked around 40 minutes ago. Manager had cook reheat, 2nd temperature plantains (167F - Reheating).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled ice chute for soda machine in hallway area. Also observed soiled inside the nozzle of the dish spray.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on the menu ceviche mixto, fish ceviche, shrimp ceviche, and steaks cooked according to customer request identifying raw items to a consumer advisory.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed for tank under soda machine in the hallway. Manager secured with a zip tie to pole.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in warewash area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed above single use items in the hallway where soda machine is.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken the containers stored with raw chicken inside the walk in freezer.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle touching cooked rice at the steam table across of stove. Manager removed the utensil.
Light not functioning. Observed middle light bulb burned out above the stove grill.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open for two dumpsters.
Aug 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in the walk in cooler raw beef stored over cooked chicken wings. Also in the reach in cooler located at preparation table observed raw steak stored over cut tomatoes.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter cut tomatoes (56F - Cold Holding), as per operator transferred to cooler an hour ago. Operator added ice to container underneath to rapidly cool food.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed in the dry storage wall paint stored right next to cooking oil and raw onions.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer exceeds 100ppm.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed at preparation area an employee beverage container stored on food storage shelves next to food.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed a large plastic garbage container stored in front of the exit door located at dry storage area.
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed covered under cooling process shrimp (56/54F - Cooling), operator uncovered it.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
Sep 17, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (50 F - Cold Holding); chicken (49 F - Cold Holding); fish (49 F - ambient); fish (46 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler by the steam table. As per employee foods were placed less than 1 hour ago. Employee placed foods inside the walk in cooler.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 5 waitress with not food handler training.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by the dishwasher machine.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
Open dumpster lid.
Sep 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer in bucket for wiping cloths not at proper minimum strength less than 10 ppm. Employee added chlorine and adjusted to 100 ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (50 F - Cold Holding); chicken (49 F - Cold Holding); fish (49 F - ambient); fish (46 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler by the steam table. As per employee foods were placed less than 1 hour ago. Employee placed foods inside the walk in cooler.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 5 waitress with not food handler training.
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 at reach in cooler by the steam table.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a thermo stored above preparation area. Employee removed the beverage.
Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed a thermo stored above preparation area. Employee removed the beverage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed several cups and thermos stored inside the reach in cooler above sauces for customers. Employee placed all employee personal items at the bottom of the reach in cooler.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by the dishwasher machine.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed in a metal container with shrimp, old label stuck to food container. Employee removed it.
Open dumpster lid.
Apr 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the upright reach in cooler across from the grill observed raw chicken stored over raw beef. Manager reorganized raw products on site.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On the steam table observed grilled chicken (126F - Hot Holding), as per cook placed in the steam table for less than 1 hour, employee reheating food.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage stored on the preparation table at cook line.
Aug 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach-in cooler located in the kitchen area observed raw fish, raw beef stored over cut ready to eat tomatoes, employee removed tomatoes and placed it on to of the raw products.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Spoon stored in the hand-wash sink located in the preparation area.
Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. In the preparation area on a shelf above the steam table observed a soup bowl cracked.
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. Manager printed form and completed it during the inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Lunch box, hand bag stored in the food storage rack next to the steam table in the preparation area, manager removed items on site.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In the preparation area observed rice scoop handle touching the rice.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee Jupiñas can stored in the reach-in cooler located in the kitchen.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler located in the preparation 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.