La Lupita, 1057 S E 1st Ave, Miami, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: LA LUPITA
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1057 S E 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33131
License #: 2332834
Total inspections: 12
Last inspection: 07/10/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Fixed equipment exposed to spillage not sealed to adjoining equipment/walls. Three compartment sink not sealed to wall
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. In cooler area.
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dumped ice.
07/10/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Basic - Food stored in dry storage area not covered. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored in a clean, protected location.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in cold holding unit.
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in reach-in cooler.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
  • High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface.
  • Intermediate - Combined ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food held more than 24 hours not date marked according to the date the earliest ready-to-eat potentially hazardous ingredient was opened/prepared.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
4/30/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of food debris/soil residue on handwash sink.
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in dry storage area. Bag of onions **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 10 ppm
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit. Raw chicken over raw beef at reach in freezer
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle with cleaners not labeled.
12/12/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Bathroom door not self-closing.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
4/3/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.BOWLS
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.FRONT BY GRILL
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.BY FRONT STATION
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. dry storage area
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.SPOON INSIDE SINK
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.[beef over cooked chicken]
  • Critical - Observed small flying insects in bar area.fruit flyes
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.IN PREP AREA
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler shelves. rusty shelves in prep area
11/14/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. COOKLINE REACH_IN COOLER AT 52F AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, FROSTED. DO NOT USE REACH_IN COOLER UNTIL REPAIRED.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Corrected On Site.
  • Light not functioning. STORAGE
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. OIL SPRAY BOTTLE
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site. PHF TRANSFERRED TO ANOTHER COOLER.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. STORAGE/BACK REACH_IN COOLER: DO NOT BLOCK COOLER AIRWAY (NO CIRCULATION). Corrected On Site.
2/20/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
9/27/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. ICE USED FOR DRINKS PLACED IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AT BAR. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. IN_USE SPATULA STORED IN SANITIZING BUCKET.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. Pro
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. RINSING GLOVES; BETWEEN GLOVES CHANGING Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. SCOOP BY BAIN MARIE
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in an improper manner. BEEF THAWED ON TOP OFA PLASTIC CRATE IN STORAGE ROOM. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food. BOTTLE OF SANITIZER NEXT TO FOOD PRODUCTS ON SHELF
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Corrected On Site.
5/19/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. NEW MANAGER 2 WEEKS
  • Critical. No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. Pro NEW EMPLOYEES
1/12/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 05-09-1 No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Violation: 17-07-1 No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
1/12/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. OPERATOR PLANS TO ADD CEVICHE TO MENU.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. DOUBLE DOOR REACH_IN COOLER AT 50F AMBIENT. Corrected On Site. ALL PHF TRANSFERRED TO ANOTHER COOLER.
  • Critical. Inadequate number/capacity of cold holding units to maintain potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. BACK REACH_IN COOLER. OPERATOR NEED TO ORGANIZE FOOD PRODUCTS FOR PROPER AIR CIRCULATION THROUGHOUT THE UNIT. PHF FOOD MUST BE MAINTAINED BELOW 41F.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 1/11/11.
  • Critical. No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. Pro This violation must be corrected by : 1/11/11.
11/10/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
5/18/2010Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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