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LATROPICAL ARTISAN PALETAS

LATROPICAL ARTISAN PALETAS in MIAMI has 6 health inspections on record with an overall food safety rating of 3.0/5. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 3 days ago · 6 reports on file

328 CRANDON BOULEVARD 109

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.0/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

3/9/2026· 3d ago

Inspection #: 3632774

Call Back - Complied

1/6/2026· 2mo ago

Visit ID: 10931083

Follow-up Inspection Required

3 int, 9 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with mold like substance inside and at its edge. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle inside sugar container at back kitchen. Bowl was removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed no drop down ceiling at front counter. Also observed back area ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable. Warning
  • 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage at back kitchen area. Warning
  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted from October 1, 2025. Warning
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside chest freezer near back exit door and both units next to 3CS. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar and dextrose not labeled at back kitchen area. Products were labeled during inspection. 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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Diana Bermudez with an expired CFM on 03-11-2025. Warning
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink at back area with mop inside. Mop was removed. Warning
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at front counter. Repeat Violation Warning

12/27/2024· 1y 2mo ago

1 high, 2 int, 3 basic

  • 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-27: **Time Extended**
  • 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on every reach in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-27: **Time Extended**
  • 10-08-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-27: **Time Extended**
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-27: **Time Extended**
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-27: **Time Extended**
  • 05-08-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-27: **Time Extended**

10/28/2024· 1y 4mo ago

1 high, 8 int, 9 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
  • 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed strawberry syrup cases on floor by back exit door.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on every reach in freezer.
  • 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoop in standing water at 77F at front counter.
  • 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
  • 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers on top of reach in freezer by 3 compartment sink.
  • 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
  • 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. Provided to operator via email.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed table blocking hand washing sink at kitchen area.
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter person in charge replaced. Corrected On-Site
  • 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
  • 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. Observed manager order books but certificate was not filled for each employee. Advised operator to order more books and give the training to all employees and fill one certificate per employee. 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 employee Gisselle Labarca with no health reporting agreement hired 2 weeks prior.
  • 53A-14-4:Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge unable to answer what the chlorine concentration should be for sanitation, coached person in charge.

2/7/2024· 2y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 8343363

Met Inspection Standards

2 basic

  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
  • 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Soiled floor by rear kitchen.

9/18/2023· 2y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8234272

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 2 basic

  • 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed near ware washing area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed near ware washing area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-18: From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed near ware washing area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed near ware washing area. **Time Extended**
  • 42-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-18: From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Time Extended**
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: 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. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-18: At the time of the inspection observed new employee . As per owner food employee has been working for less than two weeks. **Time Extended**

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Google Rating

★★★★½ (4.8/5)
(65 reviews)

Opening Hours

Monday:1:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday:1:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:1:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday:1:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday:1:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday:12:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
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Restaurant Features

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

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