LA JOLLA BALLROOM
301 Alcazar Avenue
Florida, 33134
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★½☆ (3.6/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 4/25/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
9
Basic
7
Total
16
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
- 24-07-4:Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Paella's trays on floor between equipments.
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
- 36-12-4:Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Cookline under the grill/ stove.
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at drawers under the stove, beef not wrapped.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Food containers must be labeled in walk in cooler.
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - 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. Form provided via email. Corrected On-Site
- 01C-02-4:Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. Forms provided via email to the chef while conducting the routine inspection.
- 01C-01-4:Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale.
- 02A-01-5:Intermediate - 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 while conducting the routine inspection Corrected On-Site
- 02B-02-5:Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided while conducting the routine inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Sauces inside walk in cooler.
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/25/2025 revealed 16 total violations (0 high priority, 9 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 12/5/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
3
Total
3
Inspection Details:
- 32-02-4:Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet leaking at three compartment sink.
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/5/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 6/11/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/11/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 6/11/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
4
Total
4
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet at three compartment sink leaking water.
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/11/2024 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 1/25/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
3
Total
5
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler at cook line.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - 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/
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - 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.
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/25/2024 revealed 5 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 3 basic).
Additional Information
Contact Information
Phone: (305) 460-0047
Website: http://www.lajollaballroom.com/
Google Rating
★★★★½ (4.6/5)
(277 reviews)Opening Hours
Monday:Closed
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday:10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday:10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday:10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday:11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday:Closed
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Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025