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LAYALI MIAMI RESTAURANT

11402 NW 41 ST #115, Doral FL 33178 · 305.403.0188

Last inspected Jan 22, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats51
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2330226
Grade history
FEB 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding 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. Emailed to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed the shelves at reach in cooler at cook line soiled with food debris.
Basic/22-16-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler at cook line.
Basic/29-49-6
Jul 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over sliced onions. Employee placed raw chicken under sliced onions.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler and freezer handles at preparation area.
Basic/23-24-4
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of fry oil stored on he floor near dishwasher. Operator removed and placed on shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at employee handwashing sink at kitchen area. Operator placed a hand washing sign at handwashing sink during inspection.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Apr 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris inside hand washing sink next to three compartment sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 7, 2025 · Observed food debris inside hand washing sink next to three compartment sink. Time Extended
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available. Test strips were provided.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Apr 7, 2025 · Observed no chlorine test strips available. Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 7, 2025 · Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach-in freezer units at second floor.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 7, 2025 · Observed ice buildup at reach-in freezer units at second floor. Time Extended
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at lights at preparation area and cookline.
Basic/38-07-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 7, 2025 · Observed at lights at preparation area and cookline. Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing sink at kitchen area.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 7, 2025 · Observed at hand washing sink at kitchen area. Time Extended
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at front counter.
Basic/25-27-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 7, 2025 · Observed straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser at front counter. Time Extended
Jan 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over hummus at reach-in cooler at preparation area. Beef was moved accordingly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris inside hand washing sink next to three compartment sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available. Test strips were provided.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
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 Gery, Rolando, Abir, Sheryn working for over 60 days with no food handlers certification.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed hood filter missing from hood.
Basic/14-42-4/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach-in freezer units at second floor.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter ice machine. Scoop was correctly stored.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at lights at preparation area and cookline.
Basic/38-07-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing sink at kitchen area.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at front counter.
Basic/25-27-4/Warning
Oct 28, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Silwan and Yokasta certified food manager certifications expired on 07.19.2024.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning/Return visit Oct 28, 2024 · At callback inspection observed Silwan and Yokasta certified food manager certifications expired on 07.19.2024. Admin Complaint
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceasing tiles throughout kitchen area and AC vents at preparation area.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 28, 2024 · Obsereved ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance Time Extended Time Extended
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at light at kitchen area.
Basic/38-07-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Oct 28, 2024 · Observed at light at cook line area unshielded. Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing sink at front counter.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 28, 2024 · No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Time Extended
Aug 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Silwan and Yokasta certified food manager certifications expired on 07.19.2024.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceasing tiles throughout kitchen area and AC vents at preparation area.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed at reach-in cooling drawers at cook line. Ambient temperature shows at 49F. TCS food was moved out of unit. Less than 4 hours.
Basic/14-74-7/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Scoop was correctly stored.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at light at kitchen area.
Basic/38-07-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing sink at front counter.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Feb 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table/cooler drawer over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw chicken skewers and raw beef skewers stored over cooked beef and chicken at cooler drawers, under kitchen cookline. Chef removed and stored raw food items at bottom of cooler drawer.
High priority/08A-13-5/Corrected On-Site
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris under kitchen floor mats.
Basic/36-73-4
Food stored on floor. Observed food containers of tahini sauce and grilled eggplant stored on floor of kitchen stairwell.
Basic/08B-38-4
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers located above kitchen prep area.
Basic/38-07-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters above kitchen cookline.
Basic/23-03-4
Jul 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed and tested chlorine sanitizer at 200ppm at three compartment sink. Employee diluted sanitizer by adding more water, discussed sanitizer solution must be between 50ppm -100ppm.
High priority/41-18-4/Corrective Action Taken
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. Emailed to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. None provided at time of inspection.
Intermediate/16-37-1
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. Discussed and emailed to operator.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates stored on top shelving above prep cooler, not protected or kept inverted.
Basic/24-05-4/Repeat Violation
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board located under red cutting board at kitchen prep counter.
Basic/21-04-4
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers located above kitchen prep area.
Basic/38-07-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located next to three compartment sink.
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris inside handwash sink located next to three compartment sink at kitchen area.
Basic/23-03-4

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