LA ROSA RESTAURANT
4041 NW 7 ST, Miami FL 33126 · 305.541.1715
Last inspected May 13, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 34 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 13 live flies in onion bin and in dry dish storage room in back of restaurant. Observed 3 live flies in dry food storage. Observed 1 live fly in warewash area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015015968 | Feb 24, 2015 | Apr 16, 2015 | $360 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked ground beef I walk in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bib, located at cooking line.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ice buildup in chest freezer, located at preparation kitchen.
Standing Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at preparation kitchen (dessert area)
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chicken stored in reach in cooler not covered.
Sep 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at preparation area.
Sep 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored on floor underneath three compartment sink. During the inspection employee removed item.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Daniela Pacheco food manager certification expired. 05/20/2025.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled, located at preparation kitchen.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed ceviche dish served raw with no indication. During the inspection employee marked item with the asterisk.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw salmon in individual vacuum packages inside walk in cooler.Operator removed salmon front the packages.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues,located at cooking line.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at preparation area.
Three-compartment sink used for warewashing not cleaned before use as a food preparation sink.
Feb 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves in back where dry goods are stored.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on shelves where dry goods are stored.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in all walk in coolers in main kitchen area with rust.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container with no label in dry food storage. Observed flour in dry food storage area. Observed sugar at bar with no label.
Feb 3, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves in back where dry goods are stored.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed no hand sink in bar area.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed items on menu undercooked to guests order with no marking. Observed ceviche dish served raw with no indication. Observed eggs undercooked on dish with no indication.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on shelves where dry goods are stored.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled pipes and wires throughout kitchen. Observed soiled air vents in all walk in coolers and freezers. Observe gaskets in all reach in coolers soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed above three compartment sink old labels on clean items.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in all walk in coolers in main kitchen area with rust.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container with no label in dry food storage. Observed flour in dry food storage area. Observed sugar at bar with no label.
Feb 1, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 13 live flies in onion bin and in dry dish storage room in back of restaurant. Observed 3 live flies in dry food storage. Observed 1 live fly in warewash area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves in back where dry goods are stored.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed no hand sink in bar area.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed items on menu undercooked to guests order with no marking. Observed ceviche dish served raw with no indication. Observed eggs undercooked on dish with no indication.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on shelves where dry goods are stored.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled of dish machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled pipes and wires throughout kitchen. Observed soiled air vents in all walk in coolers and freezers. Observe gaskets in all reach in coolers soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed above three compartment sink old labels on clean items.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in all walk in coolers in main kitchen area with rust.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container with no label in dry food storage. Observed flour in dry food storage area. Observed sugar at bar with no label.
Jan 31, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate10 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 13 live flies in onion bin and in dry dish storage room in back of restaurant. Observed 3 live flies in dry food storage. Observed 1 live fly in warewash area.
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. Observed no form or kit, inspector provided form via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves in back where dry goods are stored.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed no hand sink in bar area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container of utensils in hand sink in back of kitchen.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed items on menu undercooked to guests order with no marking. Observed ceviche dish served raw with no indication. Observed eggs undercooked on dish with no indication.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on shelves where dry goods are stored.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled of dish machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed on shelf above rice and beans; cell phone and glasses. Operator moved to proper area.
Food stored on floor. Observed bin of yucca on floor of walk in cooler across mop sink.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under cutting board in prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled pipes and wires throughout kitchen. Observed soiled air vents in all walk in coolers and freezers. Observe gaskets in all reach in coolers soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed above three compartment sink old labels on clean items.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed on prep table where cook is working. Cook moved to underneath table. Observed bucket next to hand sink on cook line, operator removed.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in all walk in coolers in main kitchen area with rust.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container with no label in dry food storage. Observed flour in dry food storage area. Observed sugar at bar with no label.
Oct 1, 2024Inspection 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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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.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phones.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Kitchen oven.
Stored food not covered. Most cooked foods inside walking cooler.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Apr 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate10 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.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Clean all kitchen door gasket throughout.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. All kitchen RIC
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Aug 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.ham 47 f cut tomatoes 46 f cheese 49 f as per cook has not been more then one hour off temperature cook place item off temperature instructions RIC.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Kitchen can opener.
Tinfoil used to line food-contact shelves. Most kitchen shelves.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk in cooler.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Cook line cooler.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Most kitchen coolers.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Food Preparation area.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
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.