LOLA BAR
401 BISCAYNE BLVD S118, Miami FL 33132 · 786-774-3258
Last inspected Jun 26, 2026 · 10 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections within 23 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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed cases of salmon above unwashed produce in walk in. Operator had employees remove salmon.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no breaker with added splitter.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed knife magnet soiled.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed water bottle in kitchen hand sink. Operator removed during inspection.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towels not dispensing properly, operator corrected syringe inspection.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair in walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw meat on floor in walk in. Observed oil on floor in kitchen. Operator had items removed from floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar. Operator removed during inspection.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy printed.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in.
Oct 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 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.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw hamburger patty (39F - Cold Holding); raw pork (42F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
Ceiling tile missing.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket stored directly on floor in bar area. Operator removed during inspection.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shrimp over unwashed lettuce inside walk in cooler.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket located kitchen. Operator inverted during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Located near enter door kitchen.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.Bar area.
Mar 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar area.
Feb 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
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 hamburger patties over ham inside walk in cooler. Operator stored properly during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. Operator provided during inspection.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Naomi Paig, Marangellis, Antonio Rincon.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located kitchen cook line area. Operator removed.
Nov 19, 2024Warning 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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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. Chlorine 00ppm.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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.
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/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar area. Operator provided during inspection.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located kitchen area.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Bar area. Operator removed during inspection.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
May 9, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Kitchen.
Apr 15, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Kitchen.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen. Towel.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
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/
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of tomatoes stored on floor kitchen. Also cases of beef stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water at 70°f located cook line area. Operator discard the water during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar area.
Apr 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. Provided during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge inside hand wash sink. Observed operator removed it. Located front counter area.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellular phone inside to go containers located kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located front counter area.
Dec 12, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded.
0 High priority7 Intermediate10 Basic
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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. Provided during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge inside hand wash sink. Observed operator removed it. Located front counter area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. From counter area.
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. Provided during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter area.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Marian, Angelica, Antony.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle of Water, glass cleaner.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellular phone inside to go containers located kitchen.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Kitchen.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Located inside ice machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers near ice machine. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located front counter area.
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.