LA ESQUINITA RESTAURANT TAPAS Y VINOS

Food safety records indicate LA ESQUINITA RESTAURANT TAPAS Y VINOS in MIAMI has 7 inspections with a 3.9/5 overall rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 3 weeks ago · 7 reports on file

8586 SW 8 ST

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★½☆ (3.9/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

3/26/2026· 3w ago

Visit ID: 13533724

Met Inspection Standards

3 int, 1 basic

  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of rice and plastic container with cooking oil stored on the the floor. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
  • 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.

1/8/2026· 3mo ago

Visit ID: 13533067

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 int

  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-08: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Admin Complaint

9/29/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10931788

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 1 int, 2 basic

  • 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.

10/14/2024· 1y 6mo ago

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

9/25/2024· 1y 6mo ago

2 int, 1 basic

  • 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.

3/25/2024· 2y ago

Visit ID: 8634448

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

3/18/2024· 2y ago

Visit ID: 8628661

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 3 basic

  • 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.