LA LOCANDA
419 WASHINGTON AVE, Miami Beach FL 33139
Last inspected Jan 10, 2025 · 4 visits since January 2024
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
JAN 24
APR 24
JAN 25
▼ IMPROVING
3 inspections trending up, 36 points better than where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,640
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019014074 | Feb 12, 2019 | May 2, 2019 | $800 |
| 1--2018026043 | Apr 13, 2018 | Jun 18, 2018 | $400 |
| 1--2016051321 | Oct 10, 2016 | Dec 7, 2016 | $440 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Jan 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority7 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed a container with approximately 2 pound of fresh clams with no tag.
Clam tags not marked with last date served.
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. Firm provided via email.
Establishment not maintaining clam tags for 90 days.
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Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed a quaternary test strip and the dish machine uses chlorine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed by the pizza oven.
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. Firm provided via email.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed a container with approximately 2 pound of fresh clams with no tag.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at the bar.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of water bottles on the floor at the bar.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed a scoop touching the flour in a container by the back door.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Firm provided via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled.
Jun 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing at cookline.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler at kitchen and walk-in cooler gaskets soiled.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at walk-in cooler.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed reach-in cooler at cookline gaskets in disrepair.
Apr 24, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the dish machine chlorine sanitizer at 0.00 ppms.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cooked meatballs under raw vegetables at walk-in cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar and pizza oven area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cookline.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing at cookline.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided person in charge with choking poster via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler at kitchen and walk-in cooler gaskets soiled.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at walk-in cooler.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed reach-in cooler at cookline gaskets in disrepair.
Jan 31, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority8 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the dish machine sanitizer at 0.00 ppms. The manager set up the triple sink with chlorine at 100 ppms. To sanitize.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over fruit in the reach in cooler. The manager moved the fruit.
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. Form provided.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic pan with frozen shrimp defrosting in the hand washing. The manager moved the shrimp to the triple sink and turned on the cold water.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought 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. Form provided
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought soap.
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. Observed Oliveiro, Morena,Cristobal, Cesare, all expired.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed several spray bottles with different chemicals not labeled. The manager labeled the bottles.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the bar the manager moved the scoop.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at the bar between the dish machine and table. The manager moved the knives.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a large container with sugar unlabeled. The manager labeled it.
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.