LA QUINTA MIAMI AIRPORT EAST
3501 NW 42 AVE, Miami FL 33142 · 305-399-0988
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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 via email.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose connected to a faucet with a vacuum breaker incorrectly installed.
- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Boiler certificate expired on. 8/9/2026
Aug 13, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose connected to a faucet with a vacuum breaker incorrectly installed.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwashing sink was removed from the first floor preparation room.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Equipment in poor repair. Cold holding: Milk 65F, cream cheese 62F, yogurt 61F, and butter 61F held for more than 6/hrs inside the reach in cooler located in the first floor. Ambient temperature found at 64F. Reach in cooler gasket torn and disrepair.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Garbage and construction materials around dumpster container.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Boiler certificate expired on. 8/9/2026
Aug 12, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee cleaning the outside tables and counters located in the lobby, and then proceeded to handle clean surfaces in the food preparation area located in the first floor without washing the hands due to the fact that the hand sink was removed.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: Milk 65°F, cream cheese 62°F, yogurt 61°F, and butter 61°F held for more than 6/hrs inside the reach in cooler. See the stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: Milk 65°F, cream cheese 62°F, yogurt 61°F, and butter 61°F held for more than 6/hrs inside the reach in cooler located in the first floor. See the stop sale.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose connected to a faucet with a vacuum breaker incorrectly installed.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwashing sink was removed from the first floor preparation room.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed apples not pre wrapped at from counter, available for customer self service.
Dead roaches on premises.
Equipment in poor repair. Cold holding: Milk 65°F, cream cheese 62°F, yogurt 61°F, and butter 61°F held for more than 6/hrs inside the reach in cooler located in the first floor. Ambient temperature found at 64°F. Reach in cooler gasket torn and disrepair.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Garbage and construction materials around dumpster container.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris inside reach in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop inside the mop sink.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Boiler certificate expired on. 8/9/2026
Aug 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in disrepair on reach in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket on reach in cooler.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed 135426 EXP: 7-1-24. Operator is just waiting on certificate.
Jun 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed expired certificate for boiler. Observed 135426 7/1/2024 and 135427 7/1/24. EXPIRED. As per operator, they have an inspection set for the ending of this month.
Feb 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired employee certificate for Tomasas Puerta.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign for employees in restroom on lobby floor.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soiled floor in lobby area. Employee cleaned the floor.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed expired certificate for boiler. Observed 135426 7/1/2024 and 135427 7/1/24. EXPIRED. As per operator, they have an inspection set for the ending of this month.
Jul 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink in prep area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed FL135426 expired on 07-01-24.
Jan 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 18, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop sink in room 3C.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Nov 16, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop sink in room 3C.
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 via email.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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 via email.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed in the chest freezer in room 3c.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Form provided via email.
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