La Fogata Restaurant
Last inspected: Dec 22, 2025
82
Score
Inspectors have visited La Fogata Restaurant 10 times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 22, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 10 violations to closer to three violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food stored on floor”, showing up three times.
The city-wide average for Miami sits at 74, putting La Fogata Restaurant on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed one plastic container with cooking oil stored on the floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Reach-in frezzer has accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
82
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee handling raw beef and subsequently handling ready-to-eat corn tortillas without changing gloves or washing hands in between tasks. Discussed and provided coaching on proper food handling procedures. The employee discarded the potentially contaminated corn tortillas. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-12-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked chicken and cooked vegetables in drawers reach in cooler,located at front counter. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-05-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at preparation kitchen.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
58
Jan 2, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. observed under grill: plantains (80F - Hot Holding). As per operator plantains were cooked 2 hours prior to inspection. Inspector advised to place on steam table to warm and keep hot, provided and explained TPHC form. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed raw eggs stored on top of margarine. Operator moved order for proper separation. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken in plastic wrap stored above pork and swy. Inspector explained proper storage, operator said he would change. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to verbally explain temperature for thermometer calibration. Inspector went over process with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
53A-10-4
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. Observed no form or kit, inspector provided form via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink at kitchen area.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwash sink at kitchen area.
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of machine soiled.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used as scoop for rice in dry storage.
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handles soiled throughout coolers of establishment.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles throughout establishment.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed. Inspector provided form to operator to request new license. **Corrective Action Taken**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bags stored on chest freezer and on same rack that single use items and food for customers are stored.
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of salad on floor of walk in cooler, operator placed on shelf during inspection. Observed cases of water on floor at front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in all reach in freezers throughout establishment.
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster, inspector provided form via email.
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed underneath equipment countertops soiled. Observed exterior of sugar containers soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Open condiments provided for self-service not properly protected. Observed salsa and sauce containers on tables without lids. Operator began placing lids on condiments. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside reach in cooler soiled inside. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall behind fryer and stove
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on counter at front.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of coffee and sugar at front counter with no labels.
02D-01-5
20
Jul 24, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
May 23, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at preparation area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-23: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at preparation area. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-23: Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-23: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-23: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
82
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
26
Nov 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked onions (98F - Hot Holding), located at cook line. As per operator for less than 1 hour. Operator placed item on top of flat grill to reheated it. Observed cooked onions (167F - Reheating). **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over chicken soup, located in walk in cooler. Operator removed items and stored them properly.
08A-02-6
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 operator and provided email form. Observed day shift employees trained during the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink, located by back kitchen entrance. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
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 with operator and provided the form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand sink located by back kitchen entrance. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves, inside reach in freezer, located at back kitchen near ice machine.
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceilings and vents throughout the kitchen..
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plastic containers no inverted, located at back kitchen on top of ice machine, and also glasses no inverted on top of preparation area at cook line.
24-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boars stains, located at back kitchen near preparation..
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracks tiles in front of reach freezer, located at back kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hoods system.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator made a new sanitizer solution, Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
32
Nov 18, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed a bucket with sanitizer solution stored on the floor underneath the three compartment sink . **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. By the three compartment sink: bucket with chlorine sanitizer mixed with soap. Observed operator operator discard and prepared a container with chlorine sanitizer solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-03-4
90
Jul 18, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
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 the walk in cooler, operator relocate chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded lettuce (60F - Cold Holding) at the front counter area as per operator less than 2 hours, operator placed food on ice. Observed cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding) stored inside the black small reach in cooler located in the kitchen area as per operator less than 2 hours, operator placed food inside another cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice with beans (129F - Hot Holding) stored a room temperature in the kitchen area as per operator less than 1 hour, operator placed rice to be reheated. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a jar with water stored inside h the hand sink located in the kitchen area.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at all hand wash sinks, operator provided soap in all hand sinks. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
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 black reach in cooler ambient temperature at 51F located in the kitchen area.
14-74-7
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw produce stored on the floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer located by the 3 compartment sink.
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave interior soiled, operator cleaned microwave. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed aluminum trays not inverted or protected, operator inverted trays. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork thawed at room temperature inside the 3 compartment sink.
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container with sugar and no label at the wait station.
02D-01-5
30
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Fogata Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Fogata Restaurant on file is from Dec 22, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Fogata Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Fogata Restaurant.
How does La Fogata Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
La Fogata Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has La Fogata Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at La Fogata Restaurant have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Fogata Restaurant 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 La Fogata Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Fogata Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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