LA ESQUINITA RESTAURANT TAPAS Y VINOS

Food safety records indicate LA ESQUINITA RESTAURANT TAPAS Y VINOS in MIAMI has 5 inspections with a 3.9/5 overall rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

8586 SW 8 ST

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★½☆ (3.9/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 9/29/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10931788

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils stored in standing water at 76 F. During the inspection employee removed items and discarded water. Corrected On-Site
  • 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw eggs shells stored over tomatoes in walk in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.

Inspection Date: 10/14/2024

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 9/25/2024

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

Inspection Date: 3/25/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8634448

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 3/18/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8628661

  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the reach in freezer.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system with heavy soiled.
  • 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
  • 47-03-4:Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Front counter outlet.