LA POTRANCA TACOS & CANTINA AVENTURA
17861 BISCAYNE BLVD, Aventura FL 33160 · 209 814 2588
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Observed raw shell eggs and raw chicken stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in walk in cooler.
Handwash sink in ware wash area not accessible for employee use at all times due to cleaning supplies stored inside. Chef removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in ware wash area.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in ware wash area.
Observed sodas and water Food stored on floor in dry storage area.
Raw avocados and tomatoes not washed prior to preparation.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times due to dishes being stored inside.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to dishwasher.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees next to dishwasher and next to 3 compartment sink.
Observed case of takeout containers stored on floor in dry storage area.
Observed cases of oil and water stored on floor in dry storage area.
Sep 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice prepared on site more than 24 hours ago with no date. Per manager rice was cooked 48 hours ago.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle being used to dispense various seasonings and cooked rice.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Located in front of flat grill.
Food stored on floor. Observed various containers of food stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Jul 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority8 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked rice and various raw foods stored in thank you bags.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored over various ready to eat foods. Located in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink missing in recently added warewashing area and near relocated ice maker.
Handwash sink removed from dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment with different owner and remodeled with no plan review. Observed establishment relocated 3 compartment creating a new warewash area, hand washing sink next to dishwasher removed, various kitchen equipment removed and replaced with walk in cooler, ice machine relocated in a separate room. All changes are inconsistent with plans on file from previous owner.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 soap provided at handwash sink. Located in bar area.
Observed glass cleaner drain line draining into handwash sink. Located in bar area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice prepared on site more than 24 hours ago with no date. Per manager rice was cooked 48 hours ago.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle being used to dispense various seasonings and cooked rice.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located in reach in freezer.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Located in front of flat grill.
Food stored on floor. Observed various containers of food stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Jan 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed can of raid stored on floor next to prep shelf.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Advised manager and she instructed to clean.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove store. Chef removed.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Chef removed.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top on oven soiled with buildup.
Reach-in cooler interior and shelves has an accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dishes stored in hand washing sink. Manager removed. Manager removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle being stored in container of corn. Chef removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Observed AC vents soiled with accumulated dust buildup.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority8 Intermediate8 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining pan on quinoa.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of raw beef and fish in reach in cooler. Chef rearranged.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed cooked chicken kept on rack at room temperature with no time marking. Chicken was 79°F. As per chef chicken had only been out for about 1 hour. Manager advised chef to moved to cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice in rice cooker at 101F - Hot Holding and cooked chicken on rack at 79F - Hot Holding. Chef turned on rice cooker and moved chicken to reach in cooler.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils being being stored in hand washing sink. Located in kitchen area. Chef removed.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 5 employees present and engaging in food preparation with no certified manager present at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located behind front counter.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed cooked chicken kept on rack at room temperature with no time marking. Chicken was 79°F. As per chef chicken had only been out for about 1 hour. Manager advised chef to moved to cooler. Discussed and emailed Time as of Public Health form to operator.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink due to nozzle in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents soiled with accumulated dust.
Clean glasses pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Person in charge inverted.
Door of freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of limes on floor in dry storage area. Chef moved to shelf.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of oven soiled with accumulated black debris.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed various squeeze bottles not labeled.
Aug 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located warewash area. Manager added.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located warewash area. Manager added.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents soiled with accumulated dust.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Cutting board surface not smooth and easily cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler and white chest freezer door in disrepair and off hinge. Also, reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed various cases of food being stored on floor in prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of oven soiled with accumulated build up.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp thawing at room temperature. Located on boxes in front of 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.