LA JULIANA LJ
3001 W 12 AVE UNIT 6, Hialeah FL 33012
Last inspected May 8, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections within 30 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked spaghetti (69F - Cold Holding), According to cook placed 45 minutes ago, Employee put ice on top of spaghetti for rapid chill.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017030402 | Jun 21, 2017 | Jul 25, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed WD40 stored above 3 compartment sink. Operator discarded.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in bathroom used by employees.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside walk in freezer.
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Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee water bottle stored inside reach in cooler at kitchen. Operator discarded water bottle stored.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside reach in cooler at kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of prep tables at kitchen.
Dec 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cut bread inside thank you bag at kitchen inside cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at kitchen table garlic and oil mix (70F - Cold Holding) according to cook placed out 90 minutes ago. Operator placed garlic and oil container inside reach in cooler for proper storage and chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside microwave cream of cheese (129F - Hot Holding), according to manager placed in 90 minutes ago. Operator reheated cream of cheese (174F - Hot Holding)
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on employees bathroom.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved red cutting board at kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
Mar 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee cleaning table, then padded bacon to a pizza, cleaning glove with dirty towel, no hand washing, no changing gloves. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing and glove use.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked spaghetti (69F - Cold Holding), According to cook placed 45 minutes ago, Employee put ice on top of spaghetti for rapid chill.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed wd40 and Stanley steak cleaner stored on drying board above 3 compartment sink. Manager stored chemicals away from clean equipment at ware washing and drying area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled
No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee provided soap.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at employee bathroom.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at employee bathroom.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed no cold water faucet installed at mop sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at employee bathroom no sign.
Jan 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed employee bathroom no self closing door.
Food stored on floor. Observed flour bucket stored on the kitchen floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at employee bathroom.
Dec 26, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed employee bathroom no self closing door.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Food stored on floor. Observed flour bucket stored on the kitchen floor.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at employee bathroom.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed no mop sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers with flour and sugar no labeled.
Oct 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board at prep sandwich table at kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test strips available.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed employee bathroom no self closing door.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phones and car keys on shelf above preparation table at kitchen. Employee removed personal items from prep areas.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed pizza making no hair restraints.
Food stored on floor. Observed flour bucket stored on the kitchen floor.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at employee bathroom.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed no mop sink.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed at top of cutting board at sandwich table kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers with flour and sugar no labeled.
Jan 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Observed a case of water bottles stored on the floor. Employee stored water bottles more than six inches above the floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee stored ice scoop with handle upwards.
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 flour and sugar containers no labeled. Manager labeled the food containers with common name.
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.