Jose Luis Barajas

10235 Sw 154 Pl Ste 105, Miami, FL 33196

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 15, 2025

Score

High Risk

Jose Luis Barajas has been inspected three times since 2024. Jose Luis Barajas was last inspected on Oct 15, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around seven violations each.

Looking across the full record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average sits at 74, which Jose Luis Barajas' 50 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 15, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cheese (49F - Cold Holding); Ham (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator for less than 4 hours.

03A-02-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs and clean vegetables stored in the same container at reach in cooler. Operator stored shell eggs in different container during inspection. **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.

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on top of reach in cooler.

22-02-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed on screen door.

35B-04-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Jun 26, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed CHICKEN TAQUITOS (56F - Cooling) as per operator more than four hours. **Warning**

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed CHICKEN TAQUITOS (56F - Cooling) as per operator more than four hours. **Warning**

03D-06-5

High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Wiping clothe solution at 200plus ppm. Operator diluted solution with a final reading of 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

41-15-5

Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. As per operator, not keeping tags for ninety days. **Warning**

01C-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. Observed Maria with no proof of food handlers training. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed the case of tomatoes stored on the floor. Operator placed on shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08B-38-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards at food preparation area grooved and not easily cleaned. **Warning**

14-09-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at chest freezer. **Warning**

14-69-4

Jan 27, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded.

01D-01-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding) in cooler with ice, as per employee less than 4 hours, employee moved shrimp to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for Maria Barajas. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

53B-02-5

11-27-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed rice bag and raw onions bad stored on floor, operator stored properly.

08B-38-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jose Luis Barajas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jose Luis Barajas on file is from Oct 15, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jose Luis Barajas?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jose Luis Barajas.

How does Jose Luis Barajas compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Jose Luis Barajas most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Jose Luis Barajas' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jose Luis Barajas have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Jose Luis Barajas 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 Jose Luis Barajas inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jose Luis Barajas is inspected around two times per year on average.

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