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LA FAMILIA

Food safety records indicate LA FAMILIA in PALMETTO has 8 inspections with a 1.9/5 overall rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 1 months ago · 8 reports on file

Brunson Drive
Florida, 33146
Miami-Dade County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★½☆☆☆ (1.9/5)
Based on 8 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

3/17/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13652261

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 int, 1 basic

  • 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer in dry storage area with ice buildup. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: **Time Extended**
  • 53A-07-6:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. 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 certified food manager expired on 2/8/2026 with no other certified food manager for establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: **Time Extended**

3/16/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13591042

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 2 int, 1 basic

  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer in dry storage area with ice buildup. Repeat Violation
  • 14-86-1:High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels used as liner for cut tomatoes in reach in cooler located in kitchen. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items in hot table below 135F Chicken (108F - Hot Holding); Beef (121F - Hot Holding); Rice (116F - Hot Holding). Employee stated items were reheated and put into hot table 30 mins before start of inspection. Employee raised warmer temperature before end of inspection. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 53A-07-6:Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. 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 certified food manager expired on 2/8/2026 with no other certified food manager for establishment.
  • 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 food held for more than 24 hours not date marked in reach in coolers throughout establishment.

12/10/2025· 4mo ago

Visit ID: 13590540

Met Inspection Standards

2 basic

  • 38-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed ceiling lights with no light shields throughout kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-10: **Time Extended**
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in women's bathroom. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-10: **Time Extended**

12/8/2025· 4mo ago

Visit ID: 10873860

Follow-up Inspection Required

5 high, 2 int, 7 basic

  • 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 25 dead roaches on glue traps next to 3 compartment sink. Warning
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of frying oil stored on floor near cook line. Operator removed and properly stored frying oil. Observed 2 containers of frying oil and a bag of flour stored on floor in dry storage area. Operator removed and properly stored food items. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed chest freezers in storage areas with ice buildup. Warning
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed a tong and a pair of ladles on oven door handle. Employee removed items from handle. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
  • 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed ceiling lights with no light shields throughout kitchen. Warning
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in women's bathroom. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot water faucet not working on employee hand washing sink near cook line. Warning
  • 14-86-1:High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed cut cilantro stored in reach in cooler near cook line lined with non food grade paper towels. Employee removed paper towels and discarded them. Observed cut onions stored in reach in cooler in dry storage area lined with non food grade paper towels. Operator removed paper towels and discarded them. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed deep freezer in dry storage with multiple garbage bags with frozen beef inside. . Warning
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed uncovered bowl of raw chicken above green sauce in reach in cooler near cook line. Employee removed chicken and placed on bottom shelf. Observed raw shell eggs above ready to eat green sauce in reach in cooler in dry storage area. Operator removed eggs from shelf. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice in plastic container on steam table reach 110F. Educated operator on hot food holding. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed window cleaner and disinfectant bottles stored on same shelf as coffee filter and coffee container in dining area. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at employee handwashing sink near cook line. Employee replaced paper towels. Corrected On-Site 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. Operator stated they didn't have employee agreement forms. Printed for operator and emailed form, employees filled out. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

3/12/2025· 1y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 10708306

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 3 int, 4 basic

  • 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone and keys on shelf above food serving line. Employee moved items. Corrected On-Site
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 pairs of tongs on oven handle. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employees must wash hands in men's or women's public restroom.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood soiled with grease. Repeat Violation
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over bucket of ready to eat green sauce. Operator moved eggs to lower shelf. Corrected On-Site
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at rear mop sink.
  • 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. Observed no written plan on site. Repeat Violation
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked with bowl of peppers. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 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 some employees with no written plan. Repeat Violation

10/30/2024· 1y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8731133

Met Inspection Standards

5 high, 2 int, 1 basic

  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hood filters. Repeat Violation
  • 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of pain medicine stored with customer food in the kitchen. Operator removed the bottle. Corrected On-Site
  • 03D-01-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed on the kitchen counter: Egg casserole (99F - Cooling). Operator stated it had been cooling for approximately 3hrs. Operator set it aside for disposal.
  • 01B-36-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed on the kitchen counter: Egg casserole (99F - Cooling). Operator stated it had been cooling for approximately 3hrs. Operator set it aside for disposal.
  • 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed a container of raw beef stored over unwashed lettuce. Operator moved the beef. Corrected On-Site
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over rice in a reach in cooler. Operator removed the eggs. Corrected On-Site
  • 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. Observed no clean up plan. Handed operator a copy. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
  • 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 no signed agreements. Had operator sign a copy and emailed him more. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation

12/20/2023· 2y 3mo ago

Visit ID: 8503851

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 3 int, 9 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed portion cup in flour bin. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustical tile in dry storage room. Repeat Violation
  • 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed food prep employee with wrist watch on.
  • 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath exterior door on south side of building. Repeat Violation
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No sign at front hand wash sink. Repeat Violation
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents dirty.
  • 35B-03-4:Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed front and rear exterior doors with no self closer installed.
  • 42-03-5:Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed pair of pliers on top of case of Serrano peppers.
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour bin not labeled.
  • 01B-07-4:High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed one loaf of moldy Queso blanco cheese. Stop sale issued.
  • 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. Observed no written plan in place.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed two dish brushes in hand sink. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 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 some employees with no written plan in place. Repeat Violation

9/19/2023· 2y 7mo ago

Visit ID: 8352400

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 2 int, 7 basic

  • 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustical ceiling tiles in dry storage area. Repeat Violation
  • 12B-02-4:Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed open water bottle on top shelf of food prep area. Repeat Violation
  • 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap under exterior door at south entrance of building at dry storage room.
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No sign at front kitchen hand wash sink. Repeat Violation
  • 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employees coffee on top shelf in 2 door reach in cooler in kitchen.
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed several cases of self service articles stored on the floor in dry storage room. To go containers, food containers, deli cups,foam cups. Repeat Violation
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles in kitchen not labeled.
  • 12A-20-4:High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed food service employee wash hands at three part sink and not use soap
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed a bag of raw shrimp stored over ice cream bars in ice cream bar freezer. Operator moved shrimp. Corrected On-Site
  • 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed food service employee wash hands in three part sink.
  • 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 some employees with no written documentation in place.