LA MICHOACANA ICE CREAM
29347 SW 152 AVE, Homestead FL 33033 · 786 6017482
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
FEB 25
APR 25
SEP 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 15 points off where it started.
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. Provided form to operator.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2014051910 | Nov 10, 2014 | Feb 27, 2015 | $600 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside steam table corn (112F - Hot Holding); cheese (110F - Hot Holding) as per operator was left over night on steam table and turned on in the morning.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside steam table corn (112F - Hot Holding); cheese (110F - Hot Holding) as per operator was left over night on steam table and turned on in the morning.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at kitchen/washing area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser inside spray bottle at washing area without label.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold-like substance in ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside sugar container and inside spices container. Operator removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee AirPods and phone on chest freezer at storage area. Operator removed.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets heavily soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler by ice machine.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm) at washing area. Operator added chlorine, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt and sugar at kitchen and storage area inside plastic containers without label.
Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken wings container stored above cooked chicken container in standing unit next to white chest freezer.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge and spray bottle inside hand wash sink at kitchen area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beans, cooked chicken, cooked pork and cooked beef steak not dated, as per employee over 24 hours, inside standing unit next to white chest freezes.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed on employee bathroom.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on granola container and spicy seasoning at front counter. Employee removed during inspection.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food in standing unit across fryers at kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal food on preparation table at kitchen area, employee removed during inspection.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed soiled interior of ice scoop holder. Operator moved to dishwashing 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 on raw rice container at preparation area, employee removed during inspection.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at front counter, employee removed during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on unit next to ice machine at kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in unit next to ice machine.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed establishment reused seasoning plastic containers for stored dry goods at front counter.
Sep 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above strawberries jam container on standing unit at kitchen area. Employee stored properly during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beans in reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per employee over 24 hours. Employee dated during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on salt container, employee removed during inspection.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observe soiled interior of ice scoop holder, employee moved holder to dishwashing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on unit at kitchen area.
Stored food not covered. Observed cut fruits container not. Overhead in standing unit at kitchen area. Employee covered during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw steak bag (frozen) stored in standing water inside 3 compartment sink. Employee removed bag from water and moved to reach in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen area.
Apr 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken wings stored on to go bags at reach in cooler, employee change for zip log bags.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored above unwashed avocados container on unit at kitchen area. Employee stored properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled ice scoop holder interior. Operator moved to 3 compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed clean utensils inside hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink. Operator removed during inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked steak not date marked on standing reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per employee over 24 hours. Employee dated during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed chips case stored on floor at dry storage area. Employee stored properly during inspection.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed over preparation area and ice scoop holder, operator removed during inspection.
Presetting of unwrapped silverware and/or tableware outdoors. Observed plastic utensils unwrapped at front counter for customers used. Operator removed during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on reach in cooler next to ice machine.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wiping cloths at front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified with common name at front counter.
Feb 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observe peeled mangos being stored on cardboard case inside reach in cooler at kitchen area, employee removed peeled mangos, washed and stored on clean plastic container.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observe utensils being stored inside HWS at kitchen area, employee removed during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observe personal food on reach in cooler at kitchen area, employee segregated food during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observe fruit juices containers stored on kitchen floor, employee stored properly during inspection. Also observe cooking oil containers stored on floor by dry storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observe at kitchen area.
Nov 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Provided form to operator.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine strips available.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided form to operator.
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on floor at kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler at kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. Observed prepared food not covered inside reach in cooler at kitchen area.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area.
Nov 30, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled grinder located in preparation table at kitchen area.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area.
Sep 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate12 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked pork and chicken soup not date marked, as per operator over 24 hours. Operator dated during inspection.
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. Provided form during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled grinder located in preparation table at kitchen area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bucket inside hand wash sink at the front counter. Employee removed during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter. Employee restocked during inspection.
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 form during inspection.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed in both bathrooms.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on standing cooler at dry storage.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board at the front counter.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at kitchen area under preparation tables.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of food debris inside microwave located at the kitchen area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in standing freezer at dry storage area. Also accumulation of grease and food debris on top of stove at kitchen area.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken (frozen) stored on preparation table next to microwave at kitchen area. Employee moved to reach in cooler during inspection.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed next to stove at kitchen area.
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