Fritanga Tiscapa

1281 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33135

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 3, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Fritanga Tiscapa stretching back to 2022. On Dec 3, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Fritanga Tiscapa is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 3, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Multiple reach in coolers and freezer with corn and cooked beef stored inside Thank you to-go bags.

14-31-5

Aug 20, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Kitchen, spray bottle with degreaser not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Dec 5, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jul 23, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Feb 27, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 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 cooked beans in reach in cooler at prep area. Employee removed eggs from reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nonfood-grade bags used to store raw meat in reach in freezer at front counter and at walk in cooler in prep area.

14-31-5

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in employee restroom. Manager provided soap at restroom. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Manager stored mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

42-01-4

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed wiping cloth solution stored on floor at front counter.

21-38-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of lettuce heads and 2 plastic jugs of oil stored on floor at storage closet near kitchen entrance.

08B-38-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed chef with no hair restraint engaging in preparing steam pork for chicharons at cook line.

13-03-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed waste receptacle not covered in employee restroom.

32-12-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with grease and old food debris over cook line.

36-34-5

Basic - Light not functioning. Observed lights above prep area in kitchen not functioning.

36-62-4

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights at prep area in kitchen missing proper light shield.

38-07-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe from AC unit above the 3 compartment sink disposing water into mop sink.

29-08-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container of fried plantain chips stored under steam table at front counter not covered.

08B-12-5

Oct 23, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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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. Discussed with the operator and Lethe form. All employees on the shift reviewed and signed **Repeat Violation**

11-26-1

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee cut on the prep table in the kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

12B-07-4

Mar 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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 clean-up plan. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Prep table in front of the cook line: bottles of water and a cup of coffee. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Aug 30, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fritanga Tiscapa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fritanga Tiscapa on file is from Dec 3, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fritanga Tiscapa?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Fritanga Tiscapa.

How does Fritanga Tiscapa compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Fritanga Tiscapa most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Fritanga Tiscapa's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Fritanga Tiscapa have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Fritanga Tiscapa means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Fritanga Tiscapa inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fritanga Tiscapa is inspected around two times per year on average.

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