LAS OLAS CAFE
644 6 ST, Miami Beach FL 33139
Last inspected Apr 15, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
5 inspections within 22 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019046941 | Jul 22, 2019 | Mar 18, 2020 | $320 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed beef over cut apples in the walk-in cooler. The cook moved the apples.
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 the follow food handlers have been employed for more than 60 days Verma, and Nelson.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with a purple liquid not labeled.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container of sugar. The cook inverted it.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed the cook wash his hands for approximately 5 seconds.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed the hand drying device in the restroom is not functioning.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a half empty water bottle on a reach in cooler at the front counter. The employee removed the bottle.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at the kitchen entrance. The cook removed it.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed the cook put on gloves several times without washing his hands.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed at the front counter.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a bottle of rubbing alcohol on a shelf above dry foods. The cook moved the bottle.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting board on the preparation reach in cooler soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed upstairs at the preparation room and restroom.
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. Observed the following food handlers haven't signed the form; Viledo, Nelson The manager printed the form and had them read and sign it.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed a bowl full of sugar not labeled next to the coffee machine.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed two half empty water bottles on the top shelf in the upright cooler at the kitchen entrance.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken, shell eggs, and beef patties over ham and Swiss cheese in the walk-in cooler. The manager moved the items to the bottom shelf.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed eggs in a pan over ice in a shallow pan. As per the manager the eggs were put there approximately two hours ago. The cook changed the bottom pan to a 6 inch deep pan and completely fill it with ice to cool the eggs down.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed the cook use a wet soiled towel to wipe down surfaces and then removed his gloves and put in new gloves without washing his hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs at 61°F. As per the manager the eggs were placed on line approximately two hours ago. The cook changed the bottom pan to a 6 inch deep pan and completely fill it with ice to cool the eggs down.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the cook using the hand wash sink to store in use utensils. The manager removed the utensils.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed beef patties and pork chops over cooked pull pork in the walk-in cooler.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed a food handler holding her cell phone with gloves on scooping ice.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a white cutting board at the kitchen entrance soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cut vegetables in the drain. Observed a green bucket in the hand washing sink upstairs.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a water bottle on a preparation table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed several purses on top of cans and plastic bottled drinks.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed Togo containers stored on the floor in the upstairs dry storage room.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic squeeze bottles at the cook line not labeled.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw salmon over cut tomatoes in the reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs (67F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding) in a pan with ice next to the cook top. As per the cook the items were placed there at approximately 7:00 am. The cook got a 6 inch deep pan filled it with ice and put the items in the ice.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed in the unisex restroom.
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.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the preparation reach in cooler gasket torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed several plastic containers with cooking oil on the floor in the dry storage room. Observed a large plastic container with marinaded pirk in the walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the preparation reach in cooler gasket soiled. Observed the walk-in cooler fan guard soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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.