La Canita Kendall
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
43
Score
La Canita Kendall has been inspected five times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 18, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near 10 violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “no soap provided at handwash sink” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so La Canita Kendall trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer solution at dishwasher machine was at 0 ppm. Operator replaced to chlorine sanitizer solution. Final reading of chlorine sanitizer solution at dishwasher machine 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Observed clams/mussels tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied and no record keeping at walk in cooler.
01C-10-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink attached to prep table. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Observed establishment not maintaining clam/mussel tags for 90 days.
01C-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed to paper towel at hand wash sink attached to prep station. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent with dust near dismachine.
36-34-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed clean utensils in standing water inside kitchen area less than 135F. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Observed a plastic bowl with no handle used to dispense food inside sugar. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Observed equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at dry storage area next to ice machine.
24-08-4
Basic - Thawed portions of raw animal food rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit for more than 4 hours (including all time for preparation, thawing and subsequent cooking or cooling combined) while being thawed under running water. Observed frozen conch commercially packaged being thawed without running water at prep sink. Operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
06-02-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wiping clothes throughout the kitchen not stored in sanitizer solution. Operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
43
Dec 2, 2025
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed bottom gasket at walk-in freezer door in disrepair and gasket at reach-in cooler next to sauté station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-02: Observed bottom gasket at walk-in freezer door in disrepair and gasket at reach-in cooler next to sauté station. Per operator appointment has been made this week to replace all gaskets. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Oct 1, 2025
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding) at preparation table across from cook line. As per chef, more than 4 hours. Product was discarded. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding) at preparation table across from cook line. As per chef, more than 4 hours. Product was discarded. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed calamari and corvina being ROP packaged onsite not held frozen at walk-in cooler. Coached operator on correct procedure. **Warning**
03G-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked pork belly at walk-in cooler and frozen solid raw chicken not commercially packaged stored over ice cream tubs at walk-in freezer. Coached chef on correct procedure. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 1 pack of calamari and 1 pack of corvina being ROP packaged onsite not held frozen at walk-in cooler. Coached operator on correct procedure. **Warning**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink next to blast chiller, at service area, and at bar area. Soap was provided at HWS next to blast chiller. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment doing ROP of raw beef, raw pork, sausages, raw chicken, cooked ground beef, cooked chicken, and cooked potatoes. Coached chef and manager on correct procedure. **Warning**
03G-50-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel on handwashing sink at coffee area, next to sauté station, at service area, and at bar area. Operator provided paper to handwashing sinks at coffee area and next to sauté station. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed blast chiller gasket soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single use bowls containers stored on the floor at dry storage. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed metal container of fish stored uncovered at walk-in cooler. Product was covered. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of salt like substance and complete seasoning not identified at sauté station. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO tanks not secured next to ice machines. Tanks were secured. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing a ceiling tile on top of storage room. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed bottom gasket at walk-in freezer door in disrepair and gasket at reach-in cooler next to sauté station. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a box of corn stored on floor at walk-in cooler. Staff correctly stored box off floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided choking poster to person in charge via email. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at service area and at bar area hand washing sinks. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed at hand washing sink at kitchen entrance. Receptacle was provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-38-4
20
May 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed poached eggs on menu not identified; operator marked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish rack. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector sent via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
74
Dec 18, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Canita Kendall last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Canita Kendall on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Canita Kendall?
Across the inspection record, “no soap provided at handwash sink” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Canita Kendall.
How does La Canita Kendall compare to other restaurants in Miami?
La Canita Kendall most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has La Canita Kendall's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Canita Kendall have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at La Canita Kendall 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.
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