LOLA RESTAURANT & GRILL
5555 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida, 33140
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.1/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 1/7/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
5
Basic
6
Total
13
Inspection Details:
- 06-09-1:Basic - 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.
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease on hood filters.
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler with rusted shelving. Cooler used to stored beef. Repeat Violation
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leak underneath the hand sink located next to the freezer in the kitchen.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - 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. Corrected On-Site
- 29-34-4:High Priority - 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.
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test kit. Repeat Violation
- 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper dispenser stocked.
- 05-06-4:Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed probe thermometer is not functioning ( without battery ).
- 05-10-4:Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Probe thermometer without battery.
- 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 créme brûlée and flan from 1/5 without date marking . Person in charge labeled the food. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/7/2025 revealed 13 total violations (2 high priority, 5 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 8/26/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
1
Basic
6
Total
9
Inspection Details:
- 16-23-4:Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed small reach in cooler used for dressings with gaskets in disrepair.
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in cooler . Observed excessive accumulation of ice buildup inside reach in cooler located in the storage area.
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet towels left on counters. Employee placed them inside sanitizer solution . Corrected On-Site
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed some old debris left inside the microwave. Employee cleaned it immediately. Corrected On-Site
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler next to the freezer with rusty shelves.
- 12A-10-4:High Priority - 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. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 14-31-5:High Priority - 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. Corrected On-Site
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.Missing chlorine test kit . Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/26/2024 revealed 9 total violations (2 high priority, 1 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 4/2/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test kit. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-02: Missing chlorine test kit. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/2/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 3/22/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
5
Basic
6
Total
15
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed some mold like substance inside the ice machine .
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Missing ceiling tiles in the kitchen . Repeat Violation
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons stored inside standing water. Employee discarded the water . Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4:Basic - 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.
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck on ready to use containers
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed blue cheese croquettes in an open container inside reach in freezer. Employee covered the food. Corrected On-Site
- 22-49-4:High Priority - 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.
- 12A-07-5:High Priority - 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. Corrected On-Site
- 22-45-4:High Priority - 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.
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - 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. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed some items ( apron, hat ) inside the hand sink. Employee moved the items. Corrected On-Site
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test kit.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front bar. Employee restocked the station. Corrected On-Site
- 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. Observed missing employee agreement for 3 new employees: Lazaro , Alejandro and Rey. Form were printed and signed immediately. Corrected On-Site
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Missing labels on spray bottles ( degreaser / all purpose cleaner as per employee.
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/22/2024 revealed 15 total violations (4 high priority, 5 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 12/21/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles at the kitchen . - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-21: **Time Extended**
- 05-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing ambient thermometer for the reach in cooler located at the storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-21: **Time Extended**
- 03G-50-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-21: Ownership decided not to use the vacuum packaging machine until the process be approved by Tallahassee.
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/21/2023 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 9/21/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
6
Basic
6
Total
12
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles at the kitchen .
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen and warewashing area .
- 10-07-4:Basic - 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. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing ambient thermometer for the reach in cooler located at the storage area.
- 51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with accumulation of grease.
- 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. ( Adrian,Cesar, Luis , Camilo).
- 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.
- 14-14-4:Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed no food grade brush used to decorate food.
- 03G-50-1:Intermediate - 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. Repeat Violation
- 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. The dispenser located at the kitchen hand sink.
- 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. Rice pudding from last Tuesday according to the chef. Chef placed the date on them. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/21/2023 revealed 12 total violations (0 high priority, 6 intermediate, 6 basic).
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Phone: (305) 397-8848
Website: http://www.lolarestaurantgrills.com/
Google Rating
★★★★½ (4.5/5)
(734 reviews)Price Level
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Serves Beer
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Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025