Fritanga La Gata
Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026
32
Score
Fritanga La Gata appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 6, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around eight violations each, up from closer to six violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
7
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 6, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Walk in cooler: raw beef and raw shell eggs stored above vegetables. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout out for the proper storage of food. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. By the back door inside the kitchen
29-42-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
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. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout for written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Kitchen, in front of the three compartment sink, obser water pipes in the wall where the hand washing sink was located. Observed employee cooking and preparing food for the customers at the time of the inspection. Observed cookline, three compartment sink and prep table in the area.
31A-04-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator could not provide the chlorine test kit. Discussed with the operator and demonstrated how to use the chlorine test kit.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No hot running water at the hand washing sink at the front counter. Discussed with the operator. Water on the cold side is 74F running water for 2 minutes.
27-06-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Walk in cooler: case of corn and a bag of onions Prep kitchen: case of plantains on the floor underneath a prep table. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk in cooler on a pipe around the condensing unit.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter and both restrooms.
31B-04-4
32
Oct 6, 2025
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods at the front counter soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-06: Hoods at the front counter soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
95
Aug 19, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on top of the steam table: chicken taquito (109-113F - Hot Holding). As per operator, prepared 1 hour before the inspection. Operator discarded. Discussed with operator the proper methods, food must be stored inside the steam table not on top. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Walk in cooler: raw shell eggs stored above cooked rice with beans. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
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/ Servsafe: Lombardo Espinoza 4-25-2019, completed on. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front counter: containers stored inside the hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Men restroom, **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods at the front counter soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Front counter: to go containers stored on the floor underneath the hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen by the prep table. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
39
Oct 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front counter: bowls and to-go containers stored inside the hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by the kitchen
14-69-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler and throughout the establishment. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-73-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen area.
31B-04-4
74
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
61
Sep 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Walk in cooler: raw shell eggs stored above a case of tomatoes. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout for the proper storage of food. Operator placed the case of raw shell eggs on the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Sliding glass door reach in cooler: raw chicken stored above cut fruits. Walk in cooler: raw fish stored above a case of margarine. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout for the proper storage of food. Operator placed the raw fish on the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front counter hand washing sink with boxes stored on top. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Front counter.
22-20-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. By the cook line.
31B-04-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed in front of the cook line: torn foil on the rack above and the bottom shelf of the prep table with torn foil.
14-20-4
47
Jan 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
61
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler: raw chicken stored above cooked beef and potatoes. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times blocked by a wire shelf with seasonings.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Most reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen.
31B-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fritanga La Gata last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fritanga La Gata on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fritanga La Gata?
Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Fritanga La Gata.
How does Fritanga La Gata compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Fritanga La Gata most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Fritanga La Gata's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Fritanga La Gata have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Fritanga La Gata 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 Fritanga La Gata inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fritanga La Gata is inspected around two times per year on average.
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