La Gocha De Miami
Last inspected: Mar 21, 2025
43
Score
Inspectors have visited La Gocha De Miami five times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 21, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near nine violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated”, showing up two times.
La Gocha De Miami's latest score of 43 falls below the Miami average of 74. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sauces inside reach in cooler. Operator started to rearrange. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed ice machine drain line into hand sink at front counter.
31A-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by tray. Operator removed the tray. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. Observed next to triple sink. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to triple sink. Operator provided.
31B-03-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed across cook line.
21-04-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water cup on prep table at kitchen.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint.
13-03-4
43
Sep 20, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced ham (73F - Cold Holding); tomato sauce (59F - Cold Holding) on prep table across cook line. As per employee for 2 hrs. Employee placed products inside cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed for chlorine.
16-37-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
64
Apr 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tomato and onion sauce (46F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next t cook line. As per employee for 2 days. Instructed employee to discard food product.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed tomato and onion sauce (46F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next t cook line. As per employee for 2 days. Instructed employee to discard food product.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over salad dressings inside reach in cooler next to cook line. Employee properly arranged food products. **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. Discussed and provided to manager in printed form. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed test kit for ph provided. Informed manager on the correct test kit.
16-32-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink in kitchen. Employee provided the soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves rusty under preparation table. Employee covered with aluminum foil. **Corrected On-Site**
22-31-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag over cooking oil at storage area. Employee removed the item. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at storage area.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed Single-service articles not stored inverted at front counter. Employee properly inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink in kitchen. Employee provided and posted the sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil and 3 big water gallons stored on floor at storage area. Employee placed products at 6 inches from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at storage area.
14-11-5
29
Jun 8, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
61
Aug 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored on floor on front counter. Employee moved to reach in cooler during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container with discarded food stored inside hand wash sink. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of raw shell eggs stored on floor in front counter. Employee moved to reach in cooler during inspection.
08B-38-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed in metal pans stored above 3 compartment sink.
16-46-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Gocha De Miami last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Gocha De Miami on file is from Mar 21, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Gocha De Miami?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Gocha De Miami.
How does La Gocha De Miami compare to other restaurants in Miami?
La Gocha De Miami most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has La Gocha De Miami's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Gocha De Miami have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at La Gocha De Miami 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 Gocha De Miami inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Gocha De Miami is inspected around two times per year on average.
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