LA CASA DE LAS BALEADAS NO.2
6799 West Flagler Street
Miami, Florida, 33144
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.0/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 1/7/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
4
Basic
10
Total
16
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen stained. Repeat Violation
- 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed bowls and pans under prep table in kitchen not inverted. Repeat Violation
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse stored on beer cases at coffee bar. Observed employee food item on dish rack in warewash area.
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several cracked floor tiles in kitchen area. Repeat Violation
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of beer on floor at coffee bar area.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed on top of multiple reach in coolers soiled with dust.
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed multiple shelves with rust on them through out establishment in coolers and freezers.
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in bucket in dining area.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar at bar and coffee bar no label. Operator labeled all containers during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at prep top raw eggs behind cream sauce. Operator changed order for proper storage. 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 over raw beef in reach in next to steam table. Inspector explained proper storage, operator began moving items. Corrected On-Site
- 53A-10-4:Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to verbally tell inspector what temperature to calibrate thermometer to. Inspector went over both cold and hot process of thermometer temperature calibration. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 31A-10-4:Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed coffee machine line draining into hand sink at coffee bar area.
- 22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed in warewash area rust on shelves where plates and dishes are kept. Observed rust inside of beer cooler located at bar.
- 41-04-4:Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed incense being used at bar area above ice machine. Operator moved away from food contact surfaces. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/7/2025 revealed 16 total violations (2 high priority, 4 intermediate, 10 basic).
Inspection on 7/26/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
3
Total
4
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed tiles bent at three compartment sink. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-26: **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles in kitchen and near bathrooms in dining area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-26: **Time Extended**
- 36-24-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed small hole in wall behind reach in cooler near exit in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-26: **Time Extended**
- 31A-10-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed line from coffee machine draining in HWS in coffee bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-26: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/26/2024 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 7/25/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
4
Basic
18
Total
26
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed tiles bent at three compartment sink. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed tiles soiled with grease stains in kitchen. Observed tiles in dining area soiled with water stains. Warning
- 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean utensils standing up right in container next to three compartment sink. Observed pots not inverted under cook line Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler next to steam table not working properly. Ambient temperature was 58F. Warning
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles in kitchen and near bathrooms in dining area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed small hole in wall behind reach in cooler near exit in kitchen. Warning
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed in most reach in coolers no thermometers in kitchen. Observed no ambient thermometer in beer storage cooler at bar area where milk and Cacao has been stored. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on handles of dry storage containers behind service window. Warning
- 10-08-5:Basic - Observed scoop handle in contact with dry rice. Observed chef remove scoop to store in upright position. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed an old label on clean container in dishwashing area. Warning
- 25-32-4:Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed Gallons of milk filled with natural juices instead of milk. Warning
- 14-20-4:Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed bottom shelf of prep table by ware wash area with torn foil. Warning
- 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed plastic utensils not wrapped or inverted for customer protection. Warning
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed water in reach in coller Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves in reach in cooler Repeat Violation Warning
- 29-03-4:Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed reach in cooler next to steam table draining into pan on the floor. Warning
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wet cloth on top of cutting board in kitchen. Observed wet cloth on cutting board in bar area. Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled. Warning
- 22-12-5:High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Observed thermometer for chef soiled with debris. Warning
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef and raw pork chops stored above corn flour and raw cut vegetables. Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in Cooler, by the steam table: Raw Marinating Chicken (50F - Cold Holding); Raw Beef (58F - Cold Holding) Chef stated meats were prepped day before and stored inside the reach in cooler overnight. Gallons of Milk (45F - Cold Holding); Gallon of Cacao (45F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored in cooler overnight, was not touched prior to inspection for morning service. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in Cooler, by the steam table: Raw Marinating Chicken (50F - Cold Holding); Raw Beef (58F - Cold Holding) Chef stated meats were prepped day before and stored inside the reach in cooler overnight. Gallons of Milk (45F - Cold Holding); Gallon of Cacao (45F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored in cooler overnight, was not touched prior to inspection for morning service. Warning
- 31A-10-4:Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed line from coffee machine draining in HWS in coffee bar area. Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink covered with wooden plank and paper towels. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. Chef brought towels over for inspector. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwash sink in bar or coffee area. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/25/2024 revealed 26 total violations (4 high priority, 4 intermediate, 18 basic).
Inspection on 2/26/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
7
Total
7
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-37-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-26: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed Standing reach in cooler gaskets torn, located near steam table. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Observed Standing reach in cooler gaskets torn, located near steam table. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-26: Observed Standing reach in cooler gaskets torn, located near steam table. **Time Extended**
- 36-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed near exit door at back kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed near exit door at back kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-26: Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at preparation area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Observed Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at preparation area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-26: Observed Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at preparation area. **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed Floor tiles in disrepair, throughout kitchen areas. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Observed Floor tiles in disrepair, throughout kitchen areas. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-26: Observed Floor tiles in disrepair, throughout kitchen areas. **Time Extended**
- 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed Standing Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at preparation area near steam table. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Observed Standing Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at preparation area near steam table. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-26: Observed Standing Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at preparation area near steam table. **Time Extended**
- 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair, throughout kitchen areas. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Observed ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair, throughout kitchen areas. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-26: Observed ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair, throughout kitchen areas. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/26/2024 revealed 7 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 2/24/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
0
Basic
8
Total
9
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-37-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed Standing reach in cooler gaskets torn, located near steam table. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Observed Standing reach in cooler gaskets torn, located near steam table. **Time Extended**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended**
- 36-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed near exit door at back kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed near exit door at back kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at preparation area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Observed Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at preparation area. **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed Floor tiles in disrepair, throughout kitchen areas. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Observed Floor tiles in disrepair, throughout kitchen areas. **Time Extended**
- 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed Standing Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at preparation area near steam table. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Observed Standing Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at preparation area near steam table. **Time Extended**
- 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair, throughout kitchen areas. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Observed ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair, throughout kitchen areas. **Time Extended**
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Observed approximately 10 or more flies flying in the bar area not touching food. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: During the callback inspection Observed approximately 5 or more flies flying in the bar area not touching food. Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/24/2024 revealed 9 total violations (1 high priority, 0 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 2/23/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
2
Basic
13
Total
17
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-08-4:Basic - Observed Interior of microwave, and oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris, located at preparation area.
- 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored above preparation table near container with salt. Employee removed item.
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed Standing reach in cooler gaskets torn, located near steam table.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation
- 36-08-4:Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed near exit door at back kitchen.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of flour stored on the floor, located at preparation area.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in gaskets soiled, located at preparation area.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Observed Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at preparation area.
- 36-17-5:Basic - Observed Floor tiles in disrepair, throughout kitchen areas.
- 14-33-4:Basic - Observed Standing Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at preparation area near steam table. Repeat Violation
- 29-49-6:Basic - Observed Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located near steam table.
- 36-32-5:Basic - Observed ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair, throughout kitchen areas.
- 41-05-4:High Priority - Observed Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment, located near reach in cooler at front counter bar.
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Observed approximately 10 or more flies flying in the bar area not touching food.
- 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. Discussed with operator, and provided printed handout. 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. Discussed with operator, and provided printed agreement forms. Employees signed agreements forms. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/23/2024 revealed 17 total violations (2 high priority, 2 intermediate, 13 basic).
Inspection on 11/14/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
9
Total
12
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation
- 36-01-4:Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Under kitchen stove top.
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Most kitchen coolers.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soil top surface of all kitchen shelves.
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Most kitchen coolers. Repeat Violation
- 21-10-4:Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen walls.
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Repeat Violation
- 11-07-5:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
- 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. Kitchen cutting board soiled. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/14/2023 revealed 12 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 9 basic).