LAS PAVAS CAFETERIA
2220 NW 7 ST, Miami FL 33125 · 305.642.3235
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $280
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019004627 | Dec 26, 2018 | Jun 24, 2019 | $280 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. Missing chart to check chlorine sanitizer concentration.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open employee beverage container next to clean utensils. Employee discarded the cup.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven handle.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Back area.
Nov 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw snapper stored over empanadas at reach in freezer.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake on multiple tasks without changing gloves.
No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed at handsink next to 3 compartment sink. Employee replenished it.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed refried beans, shrimp ceviche and beef held more than 24 hours not properly date marked at reach in cooler at kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled at kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage stored on preparation table across cook line.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-freezer.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed where chest freezer is located.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind 3 compartment sink.
Jul 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched her hair and continued working with clean utensils. Owner couched the employee and employee washed her hands.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef above raw seafood mix inside reach in cooler. Employee reorganized the cooler immediately.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs left at ambient temperature of 70 F on kitchen counter, as per employee for around 1 hr. Employee moved them to the reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (124F - Hot Holding) left on kitchen counter for about 30 minutes according to the employee. Employee refried the plantains to 170 F.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer with strong concentration above 200 ppm. Employee added water, concentration 100 ppm then.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Probe thermometer not in range, at 40 F in ice water during calibration.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Precooked shrimp ceviche prepared on 7/14 inside reach in cooler. Owner put the date on it.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser inside plastic bottle with no label.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open cup with water on prep table. Employee moved it.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven handles. Employee moved them.
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 handle touching the sugar.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of debris on sliding line doors of reach in cooler located in the back side of the kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water inside reach in cooler located next to the freezer in the kitchen.
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 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 tripe soup from 1/21 without date marking.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee plastic container with water on prep table. Owner discarded it.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil plastic gallon on the floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen fish thawing inside standing water. Employee opened the cold running water immediately.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on prep table.
Aug 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed her hands inside the 3 compartment sink. Employee was coached about the right procedure.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen hand sink use to store a dirty container. Employee moved it immediately.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed probe thermometer in ice water to be calibrated never went down below 40 F.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing jewelry ( bracelet ) when prepping food. Employee took the bracelet out.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Employee moved the wet towels immediately and placed plastic mats.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with accumulation of grease.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed some wet towels on oven handle. Employee moved them to chlorine sanitizer solution.
May 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw eggs, raw beef over raw fish in upright cook line reach in. Employee rearranged all items at time of inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone stored inside pan on top of grinder. Phone removed at time of inspection.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Dirty water inside ice scoop holster. Employee discarded ice scoop, and holster.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Unshielded light over expo area in kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease/dust build up on shelf over meat grinder, and shelves in dry storage. Dirty water inside ice scoop holster. Ice scoop holster discarded.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, in upright front counter cooler.
Aug 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 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 touch trash bin with gloves and proceed to touch clean pot. Advised operator and employee correct hand wash procedure. Employee washed hands.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside container of flour. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed container with in use utensils in standing water at 89F next to flat top grill.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth under red cutting board in kitchen prep area. Operator removed immediately.
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.