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LA QUINTA MIAMI AIRPORT EAST

LA QUINTA MIAMI AIRPORT EAST located in MIAMI has undergone 7 health department inspections, achieving a 3.9/5 overall safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 6 months ago · 7 reports on file

3501 NW 42 AVE

Overall Food Safety Rating

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

All Inspection Reports

8/26/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10912635

Met Inspection Standards

2 basic

  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in disrepair on reach in cooler.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket on reach in cooler.
  • 48-01-5:No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed 135426 EXP: 7-1-24. Operator is just waiting on certificate. Repeat Violation

6/5/2025· 9mo ago

Visit ID: 10781228

Met Inspection Standards
  • 48-01-5:- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed expired certificate for boiler. Observed 135426 7/1/2024 and 135427 7/1/24. EXPIRED. As per operator, they have an inspection set for the ending of this month. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed expired certificate for boiler. Observed 135426 7/1/2024 and 135427 7/1/24. EXPIRED. **Time Extended**

2/17/2025· 1y ago

1 int, 2 basic

  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign for employees in restroom on lobby floor. Warning
  • 36-10-4:Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soiled floor in lobby area. Employee cleaned the floor. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 53B-14-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired employee certificate for Tomasas Puerta. Warning
  • 48-01-5:No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed expired certificate for boiler. Observed 135426 7/1/2024 and 135427 7/1/24. EXPIRED. As per operator, they have an inspection set for the ending of this month. Repeat Violation

7/30/2024· 1y 7mo ago

2 int, 1 basic

  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink in prep area.
  • 48-01-5:No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed FL135426 expired on 07-01-24.

1/18/2024· 2y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 8577123

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

12/18/2023· 2y 2mo ago

Visit ID: 8554130

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 1 int

  • 29-34-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop sink in room 3C. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-18: High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop sink in room 3C. **Time Extended**
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-18: Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Time Extended**

11/16/2023· 2y 3mo ago

Visit ID: 8386969

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 3 int, 2 basic

  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed in the chest freezer in room 3c.
  • 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop sink in room 3C.
  • 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. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
  • 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. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**

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