Barra Vieja
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
50
Score
Across the available record, Barra Vieja has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Mar 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “no currently certified food service manager on duty” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
By comparison, the average Doral facility scores 73, putting Barra Vieja on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
5
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tag missing date of last sold. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing container of utensils being filled with water at prep area.manager removed items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on menu tuna tacos and tuna tartar not identified as a raw item on the menu. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 more than four employees without a certified food manager present. A certified manager arrived during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water to convection oven at prep area missing service date. **Warning**
29-28-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plastic containers and metal pots on shelf and where washing area not inverted. Manager inverted all items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-05-4
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 on prep table soiled. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in large ice machine at prep area ice scoop handle touching ice. **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife at front counter, stored in between equipment, chef removed items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
50
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handling soiled plate and touching clean glass without washing hands.
12A-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside Walk in cooler.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked octopus inside reach in cooler at front counter. Employee stored both items as per safety storage protocol. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer unlabeled inside Bar. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Repeat Violation**
14-73-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed stored on Bar floor. Operator removed bucket from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on reach in cooler in back kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons in standing water at 90°F on front counter. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed water stuck between containers on shelf in back kitchen.
24-08-4
41
Jun 30, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-28: At time of callback inspection did not observe 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**
53B-01-5
90
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 10 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cheese inside reach in cooler at front counter. Operator stored products properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink in back kitchen. Operator turned on hot water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
27-16-4
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensil stored inside hand wash sink in back kitchen. Operator removed utensil. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine test kit. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in back kitchen. Operator provided paper towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef not date marked inside Walk in cooler. As per Operator beef was cooked last Tuesday March 25th, 2024. Operator date marked container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handles. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on front counter. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed in back kitchen hood. **Warning**
14-73-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. Operator provided sign. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed inside Bar. Operator removed bucket from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container unlabeled in back kitchen. Operator labeled container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
23
Oct 23, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Barra Vieja last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Barra Vieja on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Barra Vieja?
Across the inspection record, “no currently certified food service manager on duty” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Barra Vieja.
How does Barra Vieja compare to other restaurants in Doral?
Barra Vieja most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Doral average of 73.
Has Barra Vieja's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Barra Vieja have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Barra Vieja means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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