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LA COLADA GOURMET

LA COLADA GOURMET located in MIAMI has undergone 7 health department inspections, achieving a 2.9/5 overall safety rating. Food safety practices have remained consistent.

Last inspection: 3 weeks ago · 7 reports on file

1518 Southwest 8th Street
Miami, Florida, 33130
Miami-Dade County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.9/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

2/18/2026· 3w ago

Visit ID: 13599563

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 1 int, 4 basic

  • 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and ceiling tiles soiled at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: **Time Extended**
  • 24-05-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted above preparation area at kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: **Time Extended**
  • 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: **Time Extended**
  • 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled at kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: **Time Extended**
  • 12A-07-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee placed gloves without washing hands. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: **Time Extended**
  • 12A-09-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake on multiple tasks without changing gloves. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Observed employee crack eggs and not washed hands nor changed gloves. **Time Extended**
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed Trash can Blocking handsink at kitchen. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: **Time Extended**

12/18/2025· 2mo ago

Visit ID: 13459262

Follow-up Inspection Required

5 high, 5 int, 4 basic

  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and ceiling tiles soiled at kitchen area.
  • 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted above preparation area at kitchen.
  • 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled at kitchen.
  • 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee placed gloves without washing hands. Repeat Violation
  • 08A-02-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over croquetas at cook line.
  • 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake on multiple tasks without changing gloves.
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pork (49F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (54F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler at kitchen. As per employee since previous day. Repeat Violation
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (49F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (54F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler at kitchen. As per employee since previous day. Repeat Violation
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed Trash can Blocking handsink at kitchen. Repeat Violation
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
  • 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.
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handsink at kitchen, employee replenished it. 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. Observed cooked pork held more than 24 hours not properly date marked at reach in cooler at kitchen. Repeat Violation

9/11/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 13458932

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

7/11/2025· 8mo ago

Visit ID: 10876010

Follow-up Inspection Required

4 high, 2 int, 1 basic

  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging with food with no hairnet at kitchen.
  • 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee placed gloves without washing hands, instructed employee on proper procedure.
  • 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less.
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed rice beans (49F - Cold Holding); rice beans (56F - Cold Holding) held at reach in cooler by entrance of kitchen, as per chef since previous day.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice beans (49F - Cold Holding); rice beans (56F - Cold Holding) held at reach in cooler by entrance of kitchen, as per chef since previous day.
  • 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment serves eggs any style not linked to consumer advisory on menu.
  • 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 chicken, ground beef, rice and beans held more than 24 hours not properly date marked at reach in cooler by entrance of kitchen.

12/5/2024· 1y 3mo ago

1 high, 1 basic

  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles containing sauces and oil not labeled next to the cook line.
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed produce (avocados and plantains) inside thank you bags at the reach in cooler near restrooms. Operator removed from bags immediately. Corrected On-Site

7/12/2024· 1y 8mo ago

2 int, 1 basic

  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled at the cook line.
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed dish machine with no chlorine chemical test kit.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink located near back prep area. Operator restocked. Corrected On-Site

5/20/2024· 1y 9mo ago

Visit ID: 8657533

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Additional Information

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Google Rating

★★★★½ (4.8/5)
(2,475 reviews)

Price Level

$$

Opening Hours

Monday:10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Wednesday:10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Thursday:10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Friday:10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Sunday:10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
✓ Currently Open

Features

✓ Cafe
✓ Store

Restaurant Features

Breakfast
Lunch
Takeout
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025

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