Cerveceria La Tropical
Last inspected: Dec 17, 2025
47
Score
Across the available record, Cerveceria La Tropical has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 17, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 10 violations each, up from closer to six violations before.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs above cheese inside walk in cooler. Employee inverted the food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with old debris on it.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink located at the back prep area blocked by a trash container. GM moved the container immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink located at the black prep area used as a dump sink with food residue inside, Employees were coached. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed missing handwashing sign at the hand sink located underneath front counter.
31B-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed some plastic containers with salt ( as per employee ) with no label.
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
14-01-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation without hair restraint ( cook at the main line)
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
47
May 13, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over butter inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 400+ppm). Operator diluted with water, retest Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic herb butter (47F - Cold Holding) on storage rack next to cook line. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator placed products inside inside cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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/
53A-05-6
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed spoon handle in contact with butter at cook line. Operator placed the handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under green cutting board at prep area. Operator removed the towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed over prep table at pizza station. **Repeat Violation**
35B-02-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on green curating cutting board prep area. Operator removed the towel.
21-10-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 100ppm) across cook line. Operator discarded and replenish the solution, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 2 knives stored between cutting board and prep table across cook line, operator removed the knives. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-17-4
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Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sauces containers at walk in cooler. Manager stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towel inside parsley container at walk in cooler. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-86-1
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 by email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at hand sink preparation area.
31B-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed above dish machine area.
36-32-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pot and clean bowls stored not inverted at storage area near kitchen.
24-05-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxes of raw fish and boxes of fries stored on floor at walk in freezer. Observed boxes of raw pork stored on floor at walk in cooler.
08B-47-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil containers stored on floor near employees lockers.
08B-38-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed device installed over preparation table pizza area.
35B-02-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. At mop sink area.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic squeeze bottle of oil not labeled at kitchen area.
02D-01-5
43
Jun 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at pizza station and also at the bar. Employee provided the soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled with food debris at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at pizza station and also at the bar. Employee provided the paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of stove oven soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed water at 79 F.
10-07-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar. Employee placed handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer at pizza station.
14-69-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean bowls and trays not properly protected at cheese station.
24-05-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside french fries container inside reach in freezer at pizza station. Employee removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed tequenos and fries stored inside reach in freezer not covered at pizza station.
08B-12-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
50
Feb 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 live flies in bar area near capped bottles of liquor. Educated management on flies.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on drying rack.
22-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Multiple cases of proteins on the floor in the walk in freezer. Employee moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.oven interior soiled in rear prep area.
22-08-4
70
Oct 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef burgers stored above shrimp and fish. Employee rearranged for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with cleaner at bar with no label.
41-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Utensils in standing water 92°F. Employee discarded water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cerveceria La Tropical last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cerveceria La Tropical on file is from Dec 17, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cerveceria La Tropical?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cerveceria La Tropical.
How does Cerveceria La Tropical compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Cerveceria La Tropical most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Cerveceria La Tropical's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Cerveceria La Tropical have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Cerveceria La Tropical 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.
How often is Cerveceria La Tropical inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cerveceria La Tropical is inspected around two times per year on average.
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