LA NUERA ERA CAFE
3517 NW 17 AVE, Miami FL 33142 · 786.390.0978
Last inspected Mar 4, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired since October 1, 2025.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021003767 | Dec 21, 2020 | Jul 1, 2021 | $320 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 4, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired since October 1, 2025.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken over pork inside reach in freezer.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside ice machine interior.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in coolers.
Stored food not covered. Observed cheese not covered inside reach in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop inside mop bucket.
Jul 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed frozen pork over frozen fish fillets inside reach in freezer next to cook line.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed drain line from A/C unit leading into handwashing sink in kitchen area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test strips that expired on April 2025.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom facility not clean. Observed in both men and women restroom.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles on reach in cooler in kitchen area.
Ceiling vent missing. Observed above 3 compartment sink in kitchen area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no cover on waste receptacle in women's restroom as it was in disrepair.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cuts on cutting boards on kitchen prep table.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle on top of prep table in kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer next to cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior inside both reach in coolers by ice machine in kitchen area.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed in a plastic container under prep table in kitchen area.
Stored food not covered. Observed beef and beans stored inside reach in cooler and not covered.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area.
Feb 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw pork and raw beef inside the reach in cooler in kitchen area. Operator placed them in the correct order immediately.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed drain lines from possible a/c unit draining into the handwashing sink in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance in the interior of ice machine.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above 3 Compartment sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with excessive cutting marks.
Food stored on floor. Observed a box of produce, and a bag of beans on the floor. Operator placed them above the ground.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at handwashing sink in kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed accumulation of rust inside reach in cooler to the left of cook line.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a box of disposable cups on the floor at the back of house. Operator placed the box off the ground.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed soiled water at the bottom of reach in cooler to the left of cook line.
Oct 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed yuca (104F - Hot Holding); sweet plantains (113F - Hot Holding) stored on top of the steam table for less than 2 hours as per operator. Operator placed to reheat.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Food stored on floor. Observed plantains, containers with beans, rice, sugar and salt stored on the floor in the kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers with sugar, salt, rice and beans with no name labels.
Jun 21, 2024□ 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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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Jun 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in the reach in cooler. The cook moved the chicken.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed the only hand sink is not in service, employees are washing hands in the triple sink.
No handwash sink for employees. Observed the hand sink is out of order.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided and put on the wall.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee chewing gum in a food preparation or other restricted area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Nov 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over fruit in the upright refrigerator.
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.
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.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Observed a Apache of water bottles on the floor at the kitchen entrance. The manager moved the bottles to a shelf.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in the reach in cooler across from the ice machine.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a large container of salt not labeled by the ice machine.
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.