LA NATURAL
7289 NW 2ND AVE, Miami FL 33150 · 305.798.7856
Last inspected Mar 23, 2026 · 6 visits since February 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-01-25.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soap sponge inside handwashing sink at kitchen area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed soap dispenser not working properly across from 3 compartment sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed brown spray bottle on top front counter not labeled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles on reach in cooler soiled with food next to 3 compartment sink. Manager cleaned during inspection.
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates not inverted on top preparation table at kitchen area. Manager inverted during inspection.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed hot water faucet handle broken at handwashing sink across 3 compartment sink.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed juice / syrup residue inside reach in cooler behind front counter. Also observed food residue inside reach in cooler next to 3 compartment sink..
Oct 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-01-25.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside handwashing sink at preparation area. Manager cleaned properly during inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates on top preparation table not inverted. Manager inverted during inspection.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage bags around the dumpster area. Manager cleaned properly during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sing at kitchen handwashing sink.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal food and drink inside reach in cooler at preparation area. Manager removed and stored in assigned employee area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food residue inside reach in cooler at preparation area. Also at storage area reach in cooler.
Feb 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front counter at handwashing sink. Manager provided during inspection.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates not inverted on top reach in cooler stand next to handwashing sink. Manager inverted properly during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at front counter handwashing sink. Also at women and men bathrooms.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of to go containers being stored on the floor next time front dry storage area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Aug 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips on premises.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean utensils inside plastic container not inverted, manager inverted during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign posted at handwashing across from reach in cooler in kitchen area. Provided manager with handout and was posted during inspection.
Open dumpster lid.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed for Luis A as per operator working at the establishment for more than two months.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine,quaternary test strips available at the time of the inspection.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for Ettore T, Marcella B as per operator both working at the establishment for more than two months.
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.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside, observed at the back door.
Feb 2, 2024□ 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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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
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.