LOS FELIX TAQUERIA
3413 MAIN HIGHWAY, Miami FL 33133 · 561.631.4900
Last inspected Feb 18, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tamales (59 F - Cold Holding) at kitchen area on the shelf. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved to the reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed for oyster tags.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for oyster tags.
Dec 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate0 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 container and began to prime.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed at upstairs storage reach in cooler, raw steaks stored over containers of lettuces and veggies. Operator began to remove.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed establishment reduced oxygen packaging raw lobsters.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line reach in cooler, raw tuna (51F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding);. As per operator less than 2 hours during preparation and stocking. Operator began to place ice onto items to rapid cool.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed for oyster tags.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for oyster tags.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using hand sink at front counter prep area as a prep sink to fill and make juices.
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 reduced oxygen packaging raw lobsters.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided operator with poster. Operator posted at point of sales system.
Jun 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at cook line reach in cooler raw fish and beef stored over cooked pork, corn, and lettuce.
Food stored on floor. Observed 9 bags of corn kernels stored on floor.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed 2 employee water tumblers stored in prep reach in cooler. Chef removed.
Nov 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in chest reach in freezer, raw container of chicken stored over ice cream. Chef removed and stored at bottom of freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest reach in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed reduced oxygen packages of pork not labeled with production date and time. Chef began to place date and time label onto packages. Made the day before.
Jun 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 30, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 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 strength at 0ppm operator set up 3 compartment sink and called service technician.
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 for Joseph Hackler Jr. As per operator working at the establishment for more than 2 months.
Apr 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 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 strength at 0ppm operator set up 3 compartment sink and called service technician.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw lobster stored above breads located in the standing freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. drawers; cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding); raw lobster (49F - Cold Holding); cooked octopus (48F - Cold Holding)as per operator about 1.5hrs ago. Operator removed to reach in freezer for rapid cooling.
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 for Joseph Hackler Jr. As per operator working at the establishment for more than 2 months.
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 ambient temperature at approximately 48F for drawer reach in cooler at the time of the inspection, operator called service technician removed all items from unit.
Jul 26, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked corn at drawers reach in cooler preparation area. Operator relocated the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tamales (59 F - Cold Holding) at kitchen area on the shelf. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved to the reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed one hand wash sink blocked by a rack at front counter. Operator removed the rack.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located at front counter. Operator provided the paper towels.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Consumer advisory was provided, printed and posted.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food-contact surface of silverware provided for customers at salad bar/buffet not properly protected. Observed spoons on table not protected. Operator moved the spoons.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeezes bottle with sauces not identified by common name at preparation table.
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