PUPUSERIA LA PALMA ENIS SEAFOOD INC
24420 S DIXIE HWY, Homestead FL 33032 · 305-252-2179
Last inspected May 21, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best 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. Provided form during inspection.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Miriam Garcia Manager certification expired on 06/12/2025.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on salt container, operator removed during inspection.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed juice being stored on vinegar plastic bottles.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
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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.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed door open all the time of the inspection.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed juice being stored on vinegar plastic bottles.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed next to tortillas station.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing her hands on 3 compartment sink. Instructed in correct procedures.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container inside HWS, employee removed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table.
In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed in cooked rice container.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed next to stove.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed
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 form during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager restocked during inspection.
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 form during inspection.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in cooked rice container.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed food container and personal drink in preparation table, employee removed during inspection.
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