LOLA RESTAURANT & GRILL
5555 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach FL 33140 · 7864264142
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale.Observed moldy cream cheese inside reach in cooler. Cream cheese was discarded.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale.Observed moldy cream cheese inside reach in cooler. Cream cheese was discarded.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread stored directly inside non food grade carry out shopping market bags. Employee discarded the bags.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at the bar hand sink.Employee restocked the station.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical product in spray bottle without label. Manager labeled the bottle.
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Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dishwasher machine is out of service.
Establishment charging automatic gratuity/ operations charge without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill/ not visible or smaller than the letter size used for food items.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed missing faucets oh sink by the dishwasher.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven handle.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread stores inside carry out market plastic bag in the reach in freezer.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken above raw beef inside reach in cooler. Owner inverted the products.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed commercially packaged tuna already thawed inside the sealed bag in the reach in cooler. Tuna was discarded.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially packaged tuna already thawed inside the sealed bag in the reach in cooler. Tuna was discarded.
Food stored on floor. Observed rice bag on the dry storage floor. Owner moved it to a shelf.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven handle.
Dec 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves ( cooler used for vegetables).
Oct 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. ue to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed raw salmon and cooked octopus stored inside sealed reduced oxygen vacuumed plastic bag conducted on site.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed thawed raw salmon and cooked octopus stored inside sealed reduced oxygen vacuumed plastic bag conducted on site. Also observed commercially Mahi Mahi fillets already thawed inside sealed reduced oxygen vacuumed bag.
Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved Process Waiver from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. ue to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed thawed cooked octopus stored inside sealed reduced oxygen vacuumed plastic bag conducted on site without approved process waiver.
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. ue to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed thawed raw salmon, cooked octopus, inside sealed reduced oxygen vacuumed plastic bag conducted on site without approved HACCP.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked black beans from Friday 10/3 without date marking. Employee marked the food.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially ROP Mahi Mahi already thawed inside the sealed bag.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked lid used to cover black beans container inside reach in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Employee moved them.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves ( cooler used for vegetables).
Jan 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs above marinara sauce in reach in cooler. Employee inverted the food storage order.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing backflow preventer on hose connection. Hose was connected at the time of the inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test kit.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper dispenser stocked.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed probe thermometer is not functioning ( without battery ).
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Probe thermometer without battery.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed créme brûlée and flan from 1/5 without date marking. Person in charge labeled the food.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease on hood filters.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler with rusted shelving. Cooler used to stored beef.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leak underneath the hand sink located next to the freezer in the kitchen.
Aug 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 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. Observed employee touching his face and continue working without wash his hands. All employees were coached about handwashing.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed chicken bones stored directly inside carry out shopping market bags. Employee replaced all the bags for clear ones.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.Missing chlorine test kit.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed small reach in cooler used for dressings with gaskets in disrepair.
Ice buildup in reach-in cooler. Observed excessive accumulation of ice buildup inside reach in cooler located in the storage area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet towels left on counters. Employee placed them inside sanitizer solution.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed some old debris left inside the microwave. Employee cleaned it immediately.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler next to the freezer with rusty shelves.
Apr 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test kit.
Mar 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed containers inside the dishwasher 0 ppm chlorine sanitizer.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee putting gloves on without washing hands. Employee was instructed and washed his hands correctly.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed dishes inside the dishwasher machine chlorine 0 ppm.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed craw chicken above raw beef inside reach in cooler. Employee inverted the products.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed some items ( apron, hat ) inside the hand sink. Employee moved the items.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front bar. Employee restocked the station.
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 missing employee agreement for 3 new employees: Lazaro, Alejandro and Rey. Form were printed and signed immediately.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Missing labels on spray bottles ( degreaser / all purpose cleaner as per employee.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed some mold like substance inside the ice machine.
Ceiling tile missing. Missing ceiling tiles in the kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons stored inside standing water. Employee discarded the water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dirty reach in cooler gaskets. Cooler located next to the ice machine.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck on ready to use containers
Stored food not covered. Observed blue cheese croquettes in an open container inside reach in freezer. Employee covered the food.
Dec 21, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 is conducting ROP processes for raw food ( beef, chicken pork) without approval from the Division.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles at the kitchen.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing ambient thermometer for the reach in cooler located at the storage area.
Sep 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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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. ( Adrian,Cesar, Luis, Camilo).
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.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed no food grade brush used to decorate food.
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 is conducting ROP processes for raw food ( beef, chicken pork) without approval from the Division.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. The dispenser located at the kitchen hand sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice pudding from last Tuesday according to the chef. Chef placed the date on them.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles at the kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen and warewashing area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water ( water temperature 70 F ). Employee discarded the water and changed the container.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing ambient thermometer for the reach in cooler located at the storage area.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with accumulation of grease.
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.