La Gran Parada Dominicana
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
58
Score
Public records show eight inspections at La Gran Parada Dominicana stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 24, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer”, showing up three times.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.observed raw chicken over raw steak inside reach in cooler at cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed ware washing solution
41-18-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside hamburger sink. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on the wall on top reach in cooler at kitchen area. .
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside white chest freezer.at cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior soiled with grease .
22-08-4
58
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw prep chicken on top unwashed plantains inside reach in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside handwashing sink . Employee cleaned properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel inside men bathroom.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beef soup no dated inside reach in cooler at cookline. As per manager less than 30 hours. Manager dated product during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed plastic bags, paper wraps around the dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plastic container with clean cooking utensil not inverted, employee inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
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May 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink. Manager provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Manager closed lids during inspection.
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris , manager cleaned properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in freezer in preparation area.
14-69-4
78
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
61
Apr 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-23: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
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Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed in the mens bathroom. **Warning**
31B-03-4
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 for Yajona R as per operator working at the establishment for more than two months. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed for the cooked plantains located in the standing reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
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Jun 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
37
Nov 9, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reaching cooler,2 door: cooked rice (56F - Cold Holding)as per operator from last night.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reaching cooler,2 door: cooked rice (56F - Cold Holding)as per operator from last night.
03A-02-5
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 with raw beef,potato fries, located in the chest reach in freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-17-6
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at both back doors
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in the standing reach in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Observed scoop handle broken,used for dispensing bulk rice. **Corrected On-Site**
14-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed for the bulk rice bin. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Gran Parada Dominicana last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Gran Parada Dominicana on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Gran Parada Dominicana?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Gran Parada Dominicana.
How does La Gran Parada Dominicana compare to other restaurants in Miami?
La Gran Parada Dominicana most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has La Gran Parada Dominicana's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Gran Parada Dominicana have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Gran Parada Dominicana means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is La Gran Parada Dominicana inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Gran Parada Dominicana is inspected around two times per year on average.
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