La Gocha
Last inspected: Dec 2, 2025
39
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at La Gocha stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 2, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 14 violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee using cellphone and continue cooking. Coached employee on washing hands procedure. Employee washed hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed beef beef over salmon, lobster tail.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer guard soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At the front counter hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of oil stored in the kitchen floor., observed beef, chicken stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.Chef stored case oil in a shelf,employee removed chicken, beef off the floor.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall by the office.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives/spatulas stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed spatulas stored on the wall. Chef removed spatulas and put them to wash. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on the oven door. Chef removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed front counter microwave soiled in the inside.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the Front counter area
31B-04-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken being thawed out at room temperature.
06-01-5
39
Jul 7, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 7 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed inside of the walk in cooler Ham (56 F - Cold Holding); Poultry (54 F - Cold Holding); cooked pork belly (59 F - Cold Holding); Marinated pork (57 F - Cold Holding); American cheese (58 F - Cold Holding); Mozzarella cheese (59 F - Cold Holding) , according to operator stored inside of the walk in cooler for more than four day
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside of the walk in cooler Ham (56 F - Cold Holding); Poultry (54 F - Cold Holding); cooked pork belly (59 F - Cold Holding); Marinated pork (57 F - Cold Holding); American cheese (58 F - Cold Holding); Mozzarella cheese (59 F - Cold Holding) , according to operator stored inside of the walk in cooler for more than four day
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching garbage can, then proceeded to touch knife to make salad. Coached employee and manager on hand washing procedure. Employee washed hands **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-29-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed shell eggs eggs over raw beef.
08A-20-5
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed manager certification under Armando Valladares expired on 04/10/24
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed inside of the kitchen area hand washing sink a hose, employee must wash sign.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit onsite.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Evelio Bermudez without an employee certification.
53B-01-5
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. Observed employee Elizabeth Peña, Dany Martinez
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided operator with consumer advisory.
02B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean spoons not inverted in the front counter area.
24-05-4
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 walk in cooler ambient temperature running at 56 F,
14-74-7
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while preparing food.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler ambient temperature at 56 F
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bags of rice, cases of clear liquid fry oil stored on the kitchen floor. Observed cases of drinks stored on the lobby floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall in the storage area.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in cooler ambient temperature
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of lids, cups stored in the lobby floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled.
02D-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
14
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Observed air gap at the mop sink less than one inch. **Repeat Violation**
29-44-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plates and glasses inside of the front counter area. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook preparing food with not hairnet.
13-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under equipments with heavy soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Light not functioning. By walk in cooler.
36-62-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gasket soiled.
23-03-4
64
Aug 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Observed air gap at the mop sink less than one inch.
29-44-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the front counter hand washing sink. Operator put new roll. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler no in use in the kitchen area use as storage.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under equipment soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of ovens soiled
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container no labeled.
02D-01-5
58
May 24, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Observed ceiling tile with stains at kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of back exit door located near mop sink.
35B-01-4
Basic - Observed Interior of oven has accumulation of food debris.
22-08-4
86
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
86
Nov 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
22-12-5
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. Provided it to operator **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe under the three compartment sink.
29-11-4
74
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease buildup underneath fryers.
36-73-4
90
Mar 23, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed quaternary ammonium solution at 0ppm. Employee adjusted to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at ceiling at preparation area.
36-24-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled with black substance near walk in cooler. Observed ceiling in walk in cooler soiled with black substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease.
36-50-4
74
Sep 12, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed two doors cooler use as storage in the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-12: Equipment in poor repair. Observed two doors cooler use as storage in the kitchen area. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-12: Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Gocha last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Gocha on file is from Dec 2, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Gocha?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at La Gocha.
How does La Gocha compare to other restaurants in Miami?
La Gocha most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has La Gocha's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at La Gocha have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at La Gocha 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 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Gocha is inspected around three times per year on average.
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