La Cabrera
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
70
Score
Public records show six inspections at La Cabrera stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 20, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around eight violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “equipment in poor repair” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
By comparison, the average Sunny Isles Beach facility scores 74, putting La Cabrera on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink in bar area not accessible for employee use at all times due to drinks being stored inside.
31A-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen area.
36-17-5
Basic - Food storage container cracked or broken.
14-38-4
Basic - Observed case of sodas stored on floor in bar area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed ice bucket stored on floor between uses. **Repeat Violation**
24-07-4
70
Sep 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chimichurri sauce stored at 71F - Cold Holding. Sauce is stored portioned in small bowls at ambient temperature on front counter.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area.
31B-02-4
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing metal bowl and filling pitcher with water from hand washing sink in kitchen area.
31A-11-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket stored on floor between uses in bar area.
24-07-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Located in kitchen area.
29-18-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
14-38-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of potatoes stored on floor in walk in cooler and in kitchen area. Also, case of soda stored on floor in bar area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in kitchen area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
32
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
70
Aug 20, 2024
Routine - Food
10 minor violations.
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Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed stored in reach in cooler uncovered and stored directly on shelf with no protection.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing in standing water. Located in prep area.
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hand washing sink in kitchen area in disrepair with water draining onto bucket.
29-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Employee cleaned. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Located throughout kitchen area.
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located at kitchen entrance. Manager instructed employee to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-22-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
61
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
74
Aug 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food temperatures greater than 41°F; tomato paste (74F - Cold Holding); salsa's (73F - Cold Holding) As per chef food had only been out for about 30 mins. Chef stated that they are stored on counter to be placed on customer's tables by waiter. All were located on counter in carver station. Chef moved to cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling pitcher with water from kitchen hand washing sink.
31A-11-4
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association training program but operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
53B-09-4
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 and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil and various sauces being stored on floor under storage shelves in kitchen area.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in dry storage room.
38-07-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Cabrera last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Cabrera on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Cabrera?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Cabrera.
How does La Cabrera compare to other restaurants in Sunny Isles Beach?
La Cabrera most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Sunny Isles Beach average of 74.
Has La Cabrera's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Cabrera have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Cabrera means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is La Cabrera inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Cabrera is inspected around two times per year on average.
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