LE BASQUE
4652 SW 74 AVE, Miami FL 33155 · 305.669.1070
Last inspected May 11, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025031526 | Nov 25, 2024 | Jun 12, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
May 11, 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
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed dish machine exterior soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler near dry storage area with soiled gaskets.
Dec 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container used as a scoop inside flour bin. Operator removed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed uncovered water cup on top of prep table. Operator removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at reach in cooler next to reach in freezer at delivery door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at reach in coolers and reach in freezers throughout kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall at the back of the stove.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a soiled orange wiping cloth on top of prep table next to three compartment sink.
Nov 25, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator replaced chlorine container, final Dishwasher reading (Chlorine 50ppm).
Food/ice received from unapproved source. During inspection done on 11-20, operator provided invoices from A&A Eventos LLC. This catering company has no catering license with the DBPR and it is not an approved source.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at 3 compartment sink. This repeated violation was warned on 09.16.2024.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed dishwasher unaware of minimum concentration ppm, coached employee on correct concentration.
No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test kit expired on 09-2023.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed white rice inside walk in cooler, lasagna inside reach in cooler by kitchen entrance, and milk inside reach in cooler by 3 compartment sink with no date mark. As per chef for more than 24 hours prior. Reminded chef on correct procedures.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth throughout kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents by hoods soiled.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted at shelf by 3 compartment sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on top of preparation table next to slicer.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed staff wearing bracelets and watches during food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic oil container on floor at cook line.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching flour inside container by pastry preparation area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler at kitchen entrance. Observed walk in cooler fan soiled.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed floors not smooth throughout kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of preparation tables throughout kitchen.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed shelves at entrance of the kitchen.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed at kitchen entrance.
Nov 25, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at 3 compartment sink.
Nov 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored over pastries wrapped in plastic wrap at reach in freezer at storage area and near walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. liquid eggs (47F - Cold Holding) person in charge voluntarily discarded product.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. vegetable stock (128F - Hot Holding) Employee voluntarily discarded product.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent above microwave at preparation area soiled with black substance.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Dicer
Observed metal strainer dried with a paper towel. Discussed with employee.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table. Manager removed cloth.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed propane tank stored near bay door. Discussed with manager.
Sep 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at 3 compartment sink.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment conducts reduced oxygen packaging on cured meats and cheese. Products not removed from packaging within 48 hours. Provided special process handout and special process email to sub,it HACCP plan.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food employees Stacy, Juan, Laura, Arnabo, Wendy and Alandra employed more than 60 days, food employee training expired. As per manager, training books have been ordered.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish machine soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed can opener holster soiled at kitchen.
Feb 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw lobster tail stored over chocolate and sushi rice at reach in freezer.
Observed no cold water available when valve is open at hand sink.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed metal strainer with rust at shelve.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensil handle stored inside flour container.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed propane tank near reach in freezer near bay door.
Feb 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw tuna stored over pastry sheets at reach in freezer. Chef rearranged products.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at 3 compartment sinks.
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. Observed can opener blade soiled with old food debris. Chef took item to ware washing area to wash rinse and sanitize.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled with dust.
- From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Jul 26, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dish machine at 0ppm.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw tuna stored over pastry sheets at reach in freezer. Chef rearranged products.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at 3 compartment sinks.
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. Observed can opener blade soiled with old food debris. Chef took item to ware washing area to wash rinse and sanitize.
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.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on preparation table. Manager removed employee device.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food at preparation table.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled with dust.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
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.