La Carreta V Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
27
Score
Inspectors have visited La Carreta V Restaurant 10 times, with records going back to 2022. La Carreta V Restaurant was last inspected on Feb 12, 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 12 violations each, up from closer to five violations before.
Across the inspection history, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which La Carreta V Restaurant's 27 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
10
Inspections
5
Critical latest
0
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed personal medicine stored on preparation table at pastry area. Employee removed medicine from table. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed two dented cans of garbanzo beans in dry storage area. Operator segregated cans. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touch glasses with gloves on and proceeded to touch single service item without changing gloves.
12A-09-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed various bottles can of 3M adhesive stored above soda syrups at dry storage area. Operator removed can from shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 400ppm) in sanitizer bucket below preparation table.
41-18-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed Co2 tank at dry storage area not secured. Operator wrapped tank with chain. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knife stored in between cracks of preparation table and wall at pastry preparation area. Operator removed ed knife. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-14-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal coffee placed on shelf above preparation area.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag stored on preparation table at cook line across from steam table. Employee removed bag. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engage in food preparation without hair restraint. Employee put on hair restraint during time of inspection **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor below three compartment sink.
36-22-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle of scoop stored on chicken salad. Operator removed scoops from container **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed over clean cups at coffee station at dinning area. Operator
35B-02-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers in pastry preparation area.
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service containers on shelf above steam table not inverted.
25-06-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed preparation sink in kitchen area to the left of walk in freezer leaking from pipe below sink. Observed hand wash sink to the left of entrance door of bar area leaking from faucet.
29-11-4
27
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed Cuban bread stored inside of non food grade bag at front counter.
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham croquetas (128F - Hot Holding); empanadas (120F - Hot Holding) at front counter warmer, as per operator for 15-20 mins. Operator raised heat on warmer.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed splitter at hose bibb missing vacuum breaker next to triple sink. Operator removed splitter. **Corrected On-Site**
29-34-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw breaded fish stored over sliced cheese inside standing reach in cooler at cook line. Operator relocated products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside reach in cooler drawers across from cook line. Operator relocated products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. At cook line. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Above walk in freezer 1.
36-36-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Observed dipper well with utensils stored inside with water not on. Operator turned on water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-03-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. At front counter.
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. At cook line.
14-33-4
32
Mar 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork stored over plantains inside walk in cooler
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training expired for Julio Garcia 7/2024 **Repeat Violation**
53B-14-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on cook line
21-12-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled at cook line
23-24-4
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed utensils stored between wall and triple sink
24-14-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of pickles stored on floor inside walk in cooler
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored inside standing water at steam table, operator turned on dipperwell. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
58
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
45
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed by the storage area **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-28: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
95
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk-in cooler main ; cooked black beans (47F - Cooling)as per operator from last night **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs stored above sliced ham located in the reach in cooler,breakfast station. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk-in cooler main ; cooked black beans (47F - Cooling)as per operator from last night **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. below stove:; meat sauce (47F - Cold Holding); garlic butter (47F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (49F - Cold Holding) as per operator about an hr ago,operator removed to walk-in cooler for rapid cooling. prep unit,breakfast station:; sliced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); ham sandwich (52F - Cold Holding); croquettes (50F - Cold Holding)as per operator about 2 hrs,removed to walk-in cooler for rapid cooling. prep unit by stove:; raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef liver (47F - Cold Holding)as per operator about 2 hrs ago,operator removed to walk-in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed cooked black beans packed too deep and covered while cooling. **Warning**
03D-15-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed for the prep reach in cooler,breakfast station,ambient temperature at approximately 59F at the time of the inspection. Observed for drawer unit below stove ambient temperature at approximately 54F at the time of the inspection. Observed for prep unit opposite stove ambient temperature at approximately 47F at the time of the inspection. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed by the storage area **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
45
Aug 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
29
Jun 8, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw breaded fish and chicken stored above cooked pork located in the standing reach in cooler opposite cookline. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed by the back kitchen/ prep area, ware washing area, by back door exterior. **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed in the female bathroom. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed for the bulk bins. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box containing fruits stored on the floor of the walk-in freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in the walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed for the tuna salad located in the reach in cooler opposite flat top grill. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled,drawer units. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
47
Feb 15, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler: cooked shredded beef ,as per operator from yesterday. (49F - Cold Holding)
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef steak stored above portioned butter located in the standing reach in cooler opposite stove. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk-in cooler: cooked shredded beef ,as per operator from yesterday. (49F - Cold Holding)
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed for unit at the entrance to walk-in freezer ,no connection.Operator reconnected supply line. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave oven soiled with accumulation encrusted food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at the cookline **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked potatoes,cooked beef not covered,walk-in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan covers in the walk-in cooler soiled with accumulation dust. **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulation grease and food debris,drawer units. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
45
Aug 23, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw breaded fish stored above cooked pork,located in the standing reach in cooler opposite cookline. Observed raw beef stored above margarine located in the standing reach in cooler left. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed by the walk-in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed condensate drains onto the public pavement at the rear of the establishment.
28-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn and in disrepair, unit opposite cookline. Observed ice machine sliding window broken.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken cracked tiles at the cookline.
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in the walk-in freezer by the office. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed in the back kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulation grease. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulation grease and food debris, drawer unit
23-03-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan covers in the walk-in cooler soiled with accumulation dust. Observed hood soiled with accumulation grease.
36-50-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Carreta V Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Carreta V Restaurant on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Carreta V Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at La Carreta V Restaurant.
How does La Carreta V Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
La Carreta V Restaurant most recently scored 27 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has La Carreta V Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at La Carreta V Restaurant have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at La Carreta V Restaurant 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 La Carreta V Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Carreta V Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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