LA PICANA GRILL KENDALL LLC
5121 NW 79 AVE UNIT 11, Doral FL 33166 · 3057810805
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 5 visits since March 2024
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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.
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Jul 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled.
Observed Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
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Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jun 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 16243 SW 88 ST, Miami — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Jun 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
Recorded at 16243 SW 88 ST, Miami — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority9 Intermediate2 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 manager with poster.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed no hand wash sink present on food truck.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed none available for Manager Maholy Ramirez.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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 no training available for Jorge B., Oscar G., Elvis V. and Eliame T. hired more than 60 days.
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 manager with for to complete.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. At time of inspection observed unit only selling prepackaged drinks
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided manager with poster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Jun 21, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded.
Recorded at 16243 SW 88 ST, Miami — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority7 Intermediate3 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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored inside the hand wash sink. Operator removed the utensils.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Mar 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 3 high priority.
Recorded at 16243 SW 88 ST, Miami — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority7 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed beef, chicken and cheese empanadas from unapproved source.No invoice provided.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed chicken, beef and cheese empanadas stored inside of nonfood grade bags at reach in freezer.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed beef, chicken and cheese empanadas from unapproved source.No invoice provided.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored inside the hand wash sink. Operator removed the utensils.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Clean equipment and utensils stored in a room that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed wooden planks, containers, and cutting boards stored outside next to the smoker.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
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