LA VILLA DE DON POLLO
19361 S DIXIE HWY, Cutler Bay FL 33157 · 305.971.5970
Last inspected Aug 4, 2026 · 10 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed a reach crawling the wall to the kitchen area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022053214 | Aug 18, 2022 | Dec 8, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice pudding and flan inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per operator food were cooked on Friday.
Clean utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner in the kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed license is for 10 seats but establishment has 28 seats.
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at the front.
Open dumpster lid.
very slow draining water in handwash sink next to the 3 company sink.
Feb 11, 2026Inspection 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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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tamales, rice pudding and flan inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per operator food were cooked on Monday.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed plastic spray bottle with alcohol not identified.
Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an opened bottle on preparation table. Employee removed it.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed license is for 10 seats but establishment has 28 seats.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic oil container stored on the floor in the kitchen. Employee removed it.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Sep 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has a license for 10 seat and there are 28 seats in the establishment.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed door has a gap at the back door.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets and hood filters soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walk next to reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Sep 26, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed a reach crawling the wall to the kitchen area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed all food inside the reach in cooler not date marked. Food was cooked more than 24 hours.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed more than 15 dead roaches on the floor behind the reach in freezer by the 3 compartment sink and also in the kitchen are.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has a license for 10 seat and there are 28 seats in the establishment.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed door has a gap at the back door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled and accumulated grease next to the stove.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets and hood filters soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walk next to reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Sep 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed 2 pesticide insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment by the 3 compartment sink.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed a reach crawling the wall to the kitchen area.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee was not able to answer how to sanitize utensils.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed all food inside the reach in cooler not date marked. Food was cooked more than 24 hours.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as scoop inside the seasoning bucket.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed more than 15 dead roaches on the floor behind the reach in freezer by the 3 compartment sink and also in the kitchen are.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a coffee stored on preparation table.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has a license for 10 seat and there are 28 seats in the establishment.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed door has a gap at the back door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled and accumulated grease next to the stove.
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container with fish stored in the floor next to the 3 compartment sink. Employee removed it.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at the front counter.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoon for rice stored in standing water at 82°F in the kitchen area. Employee discarded the water
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets and hood filters soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked potatoes inside the reach in cooler not covered..
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish inside standing water next to 3 compartment sink. Employee was coached how food properly thawed.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walk next to reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Mar 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic glass stored inside hand sink located at front counter. During the inspection employee removed item.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at preparation area.
Dec 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over lettuce at 2 doors standing reach in freezer. Employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed one brush inside hand sink, located near the three compartments sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink, located at cooking line. During the inspection employee placed a bottle of soap.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged in food preparation without hair restraint.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed one plastic container with cooking oil stored on the floor. During the inspection employee removed item and placed correctly.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a bottle of bleach and a container stored in the hand sink at prepared area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at preparation area, manager refilled soap.
Mar 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed under 3 compartment sink pipes taped.
Feb 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed frozen raw chicken over, frozen french fries inside white chest freezer next to triple compartment sink.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across cook line. As per operator since the night before. Also observed Marinated raw chicken (57F -69F - Cold Holding) inside standing reach in cooler across ceviche station. Operator stated that was marinated and kept inside unit the day before.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across cook line. As per operator since the night before. Also observed Marinated raw chicken (57F -69F - Cold Holding) inside standing reach in cooler across ceviche station. Operator stated that was marinated and kept inside unit the day before.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink next to triple compartment sink. Operator provided the soap.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed ( Tamales) personal food not properly identified inside standing doble door reach in cooler across ceviche station.
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food activity without hair restraint.
Ice buildup in white chest reach-in freezer next to 3 compartment sink.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop inside rice container with handle in contact with product. Employee placed the handle upwards.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed meat hammer stored over pipes across cooking line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled soiled with grease.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed under 3 compartment sink pipes taped.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed 4 mops not hanging dry at mop sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles with vinegar, oil not labeled by common name at cook line.
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.