LA VIDA MISMA RESTAURANT & BAR
8945 SW 72 PL
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.5/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/18/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
7
Basic
11
Total
20
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at kitchen ice machine. Warning
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at microwave door handle. Warning
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at bar area. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at bar area box of limes stored on floor. Observed at kitchen dry storage area, bag of bread crumbs stored on floor. Observed at walk in cooler and freezer containers of raw chicken and beef stored in floor. Warning
- 10-14-5:Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed on floor at entrance of kitchen. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest reach in freezer at front line of kitchen. Warning
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed stored on stove handle. Warning
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at front line prep area of kitchen. Warning
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwaves. Warning
- 36-02-5:Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen. Warning
- 21-38-4:Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed stored under oven at cook line. Warning
- 03G-04-5:High Priority - Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed packages of calamari vacuum sealed at cook line reach in coolers, not all packages open. Warning
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed packages of calamari vacuum sealed at cook line reach in coolers, not all packages open. Warning
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed expired for Herli Acuna expired 2/20/2023, Prometric. Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed meat slicer soiled. Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using hand sink to fill water pitcher. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink. Employee provided. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink. Employee provided. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03G-50-1:Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed no approved HAACP plan or process available for ROP of fish, meats and poultry heard more than 48 hours. Items are date and time marked but held longer than 48 hours with an approved HAACP. 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 for Jose Jimenez 1/2025. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/18/2025 revealed 20 total violations (2 high priority, 7 intermediate, 11 basic).
Inspection on 3/18/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
3
Total
5
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan vent at walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: **Time Extended**
- 38-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair at walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: **Time Extended**
- 03G-54-1:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed the establishment packaged raw beef and raw chicken using reduced oxygen packaging without a HACCP plan. Observed the HACCP plan was received by OPQ pending to be approved. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: At time of callback inspection observed operator still awaiting update from OPQ. **Time Extended**
- 41-18-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine + 200 ppm). Operator added water to get 100 ppm. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: At time of callback inspection observed three compartment sink not set up. **Time Extended**
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed new employee no proof of food employee reporting agreement. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/18/2025 revealed 5 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 9/30/2024
High Priority
5
Intermediate
2
Basic
4
Total
11
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan vent at walk in cooler. Warning
- 38-01-4:Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair at walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at preparation area. Warning
- 03G-54-1:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed the establishment packaged raw beef and raw chicken using reduced oxygen packaging without a HACCP plan. Observed the HACCP plan was received by OPQ pending to be approved. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 03G-05-5:High Priority - Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Observed raw salmon and raw calamari in ROP not bearing a label. Repeat Violation Warning
- 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 inside of vacuum packaging stored in the same container with raw beef at drawers reach in cooler. Operator separated the products. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee manipulated raw beef and raw chicken with gloves and then touching clean dishes with the same gloves. Operator was instructed that when she changed tasks, the gloves need to be changed. Operator changed the gloves. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed goat cheese (46 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator was outside while serving a plate. And chorizo (56 F - Cold Holding) at preparation table. As per operator for less than two hours. And Chimichurri with fresh garlic (73 F - Cold Holding) At preparation table front counter. Operator moved the products to the bottom part of the reach in cooler for rapid cooling and put the Chimichurri in ice bath for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 41-18-4:High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine + 200 ppm). Operator added water to get 100 ppm. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed food manager certificate expired on 05-13-24. Warning
- 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. Observed new employee no proof of food employee reporting agreement. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/30/2024 revealed 11 total violations (5 high priority, 2 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 3/19/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
4
Basic
7
Total
14
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Warning **Time Extended**
- 23-24-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handle soiled at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Observed reach in cooler door handle soiled at kitchen area. Warning **Time Extended**
- 24-19-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food-contact surface of silverware provided for customers at salad bar/buffet not properly protected. Observed spoon for desserts not properly protected at front counter. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Observed spoon for desserts not properly protected at front counter. Warning **Time Extended**
- 38-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed at walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed at walk in cooler. Warning **Time Extended**
- 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Two Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Two Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed bar area. Warning **Time Extended**
- 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet hand wash sink and from pipe under hand wash sink at preparation area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Observed water leaking from faucet hand wash sink and from pipe under hand wash sink at bar area. Warning **Time Extended**
- 02D-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers with sugar and flour not identified by common names under oven. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Observed containers with sugar and flour not identified by common names under oven. **Time Extended**
- 03G-05-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Observed calamari packaged in ROP not bearing a label . - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Observed calamari packaged in ROP not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Admin Complaint
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed salmon inside of vacuum packaged bearing the label at reach in cooler. Temperature 47F. Operator discarded the product. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Observed 16 containers of 16 oz with pumpkin soup labeled 03-08-24 at (47°F - cold holding) and 6 containers with onions soup of 16 oz. at (47°F - cold holding) at walk-in cooler. Operator segregated the products. Admin Complaint
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (68 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler drawer cook line. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the raw beef to the walk-in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Observed raw beef (45°F - cold holding) at drawer reach in cooler. As per operator for less than three hours. Admin Complaint
- 05-05-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ambient thermometer in drawer reach in cooler unit at 226F. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Observed ambient thermometer in drawer reach in cooler unit at 225 F. **Time Extended**
- 03G-43-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment is packaging raw chicken, raw beef, calamari, cooked octopus, cooked quinoa and cooked ground beef in reduced oxygen package. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Observed establishment is packaging raw chicken, raw beef, calamari, cooked octopus, cooked quinoa and cooked ground beef in reduced oxygen package. The establishment does not have or has not submitted an approved variance from the DBPR. Admin Complaint
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at preparation area and bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at preparation area and bar area. Warning **Time Extended**
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed onion soup, chicken broth and risotto not properly date marked at walk in cooler, as per operator were made it three days ago. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-19: Observed risotto not properly date marked at walk in cooler. As per operator for 24 hrs. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/19/2024 revealed 14 total violations (3 high priority, 4 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 1/17/2024
High Priority
5
Intermediate
8
Basic
13
Total
26
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Warning
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Warning
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed single service container with no handle inside of salt container. The single service container was removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handle soiled at kitchen area. Warning
- 06-09-1:Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed salmon inside of vacuum packaged bearing the label at reach in cooler. Temperature 47°F. Operator discarded the product. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 24-19-4:Basic - Food-contact surface of silverware provided for customers at salad bar/buffet not properly protected. Observed spoon for desserts not properly protected at front counter. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Warning
- 38-01-4:Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed at walk in cooler. Warning
- 29-20-5:Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed very slow draining water in hand wash sink preparation area. Warning
- 51-11-4:Basic - Two Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed bar area. Warning
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet hand wash sink and from pipe under hand wash sink at preparation area. Warning
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping on preparation table. Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers with sugar and flour not identified by common names under oven. Warning
- 03G-05-5:High Priority - Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Observed calamari packaged in ROP not bearing a label .
- 08A-17-6:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef and raw beef stored over raw fish at walk-in freezer. Operator was informed the correct order to store products. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed salmon inside of vacuum packaged bearing the label at reach in cooler. Temperature 47°F. Operator discarded the product. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (68 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler drawer cook line. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the raw beef to the walk-in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a spray bottle with soap stored at preparation table bar area. Warning
- 05-05-4:Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ambient thermometer in drawer reach in cooler unit at 226°F. Warning
- 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 was provided. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 03G-43-1:Intermediate - Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment is packaging raw chicken, raw beef, calamari, cooked octopus, cooked quinoa and cooked ground beef in reduced oxygen package. Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a container inside of the hand wash sink preparation area. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at preparation area and bar area. Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at preparation area and bar area. Warning
- 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 onion soup, chicken broth and risotto not properly date marked at walk in cooler, as per operator were made it three days ago. Warning
- 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the hot water at hand wash sink shut down. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/17/2024 revealed 26 total violations (5 high priority, 8 intermediate, 13 basic).
Inspection on 1/17/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
1
Total
4
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Time Extended**
- 03G-05-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Warning **Time Extended**
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths **Time Extended**
- 03G-06-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed vacuum packaged food is missing the date and time of production. Per operator they use the vacuum packaged food in less than 48 hours. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed vacuum packaged food is missing the date and time of production. Per operator they use the vacuum packaged food in less than 48 hours. Warning **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/17/2024 revealed 4 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 1 basic).