LA PARRILLA LATINA
South Dixie Highway
Homestead, Florida, 33030
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.6/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 1/16/2025
High Priority
4
Intermediate
5
Basic
7
Total
16
Inspection Details:
- 08B-47-4:Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cheese cases inside walk in cooler.
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and reach in cooler at preparation area. Repeat Violation
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at preparation area.
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed on sugar white bin container at preparation area.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door interior on reach in cooler at preparation area.
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler/freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at preparation area.
- 21-01-4:Basic - Wiping cloths used for occasional spills on tableware (utensils, plates or bowls served to the consumer) not dry and used just for that purpose. Observed at preparation area. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed personal medicine on preparation table at preparation area. Corrected On-Site
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food being covered with non food grade bags on walk in cooler.
- 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs being stored next to stove at kitchen area. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (124F - Hot Holding) on steam table, as per employee less than 3 hours. Also observed milk (112F - Hot Holding) next to coffee machine, as per employee less than 20 minutes, employee discard milk. Corrected On-Site
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white bin container.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty cups inside HWS at front counter. Corrected On-Site
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on HWS at front counter. Also next to steam table.Corrected On-Site Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 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. Observed cooked pork (42F - Cold Holding); chicken soup (42F - Cold Holding); potatoes salad (43F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per employee over 24 hours. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/16/2025 revealed 16 total violations (4 high priority, 5 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 9/3/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
5
Basic
7
Total
15
Inspection Details:
- 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch during food preparation.
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at cook line.
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by walk in cooler.
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at preparation area.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in unit at cook line.
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked beef empanadas mix not covered inside walk in cooler.
- 08B-54-4:Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed cooked beans container on steam table not protected and exposed to splash due to HWS, at cook line.
- 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed next to flat grill, as per employee less than 2 hours. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee cutting raw chicken and changing tasks and gloves not changed. Instructed employee on proper procedures.
- 01B-04-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed establishment selling merengues, Manager unable to provide source. Manager removed from counter. Corrected On-Site
- 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. Repeat Violation
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to steam table at cook line. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed next to steam table at cook line.
- 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. Observed cooked beans and cooked tripe not date marked inside unit at cook line, as per employee over 24 hours. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/3/2024 revealed 15 total violations (3 high priority, 5 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 3/21/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
4
Basic
5
Total
13
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in tapioca container at preparation area, next to walk in cooler.Repeat Violation Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid.
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pasta,potatoes salad and coleslaw salad containers not covered inside reach in cooler next to HWS at kitchen area. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 21-09-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on preparation table at kitchen area. Repeat Violation
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed arepas being stored on nonfood grade bags inside walk in cooler.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored above cooked corn container inside walk in cooler. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken breast stored above raw pork inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. Corrected On-Site
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ribs (129F - Hot Holding) on steam table at front counter, as per employee less than 1 hour, employee proceeded to reheat food. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 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.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board in preparation area. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing cups in HWS next to orange juice machine. Repeat Violation
- 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. Observed cooked pasta and chicken soup not date marked inside reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per employee from previous day. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/21/2024 revealed 13 total violations (4 high priority, 4 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 10/27/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at women's bathroom at the dining room. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-27: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at women's bathroom at the dining room. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at 2 doors reach in cooler next t to 3 compartment sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-27: Still observed soiled gaskets at 2 doors reach in cooler next t to 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Provided form during inspection. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-27: Observed 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. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/27/2023 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 10/26/2023
High Priority
5
Intermediate
5
Basic
11
Total
21
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at women's bathroom at the dining room. Warning
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in employee bathroom. Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed small white cutting board at preparation table. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of bananas stored on floor at the back kitchen. Warning
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching flour in white bin container next to walk in cooler. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 89° F. next to stove. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at 2 doors reach in cooler next t to 3 compartment sink. Warning
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior of 2 doors reach in cooler located next to 3 compartment sink. Warning
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed open sugar bin container next to walk in cooler. Warning
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken (41F - Cold Holding) at preparation table, as per employee approximately 30 minutes, employee moved chicken to walk in cooler inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 21-09-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at kitchen area. Warning
- 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine bottles at preparation in front walk in cooler. Warning
- 01B-04-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Operator can't provide vendors name for merengues. Observed at the front counter. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beans (46F - Cold Holding); cooked tripe (49F - Cold Holding); potato,eggs and veggies salad (51F - Cold Holding);. At 2 doors reach in cooler next to 3 compartment sink. Operator discarded food during inspection. Also raw fish (44F - Cold Holding); soup (46F - Cold Holding) operator moved food from unit. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (121F - Hot Holding); sausage (91F - Hot Holding) at front steam table, as per employee less than 2 hours. Employee proceed to reheat food. cooked pork (168F - Reheating); sausage (171F - Reheating) Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge inside hand wash sink next to orange juice machine. Employee removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available. Warning
- 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. Provided form during inspection. Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to steam table at kitchen area. Employee restocked during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 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. Observed cooked beans ,cooked tripe and and potato,eggs and veggies salad not date marked, as per employee over 24 hours. At 2 doors reach in cooler next to 3 compartment sink.Employee discarded food during inspection. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/26/2023 revealed 21 total violations (5 high priority, 5 intermediate, 11 basic).