La Martola
Last inspected: May 16, 2025
20
Score
Public records show four inspections at La Martola stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on May 16, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 18 violations per visit lately, up from roughly six violations before.
“No plan review submitted” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so La Martola trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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Inspections
3
Critical latest
8
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 16, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 8 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed 4 containers with risotto marked 4/19-4/23 not used within 7 days of preparation. Operator discarded the products.
01B-24-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over spice inside walk in cooler. Operator placed eggs under spices. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed container with pills stored inside cooler drawers at pizza station not properly stored. Operator removed the pills from the cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ As per owner there are no certified food manager for the establishment. Owner stated that he is getting a manager certification.
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at pizza station.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed pizza preparation station added without plan review. Observed pizza oven, 2 preparation coolers, hand sink.
51-16-7
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. Observed food employees Yorge and Stefano no proof of employee training.
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at pizza station.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork belly, pork pate without date mark inside walk in cooler. As per operator for more than 24 hrs. Operator started to label. **Corrective Action Taken**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer at washing area, spray bottle with Windex and cleaner at pizza station without labels.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator turned on hot water 108F. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at pizza station.
31B-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed across grill.
29-49-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed raw beef inside ROP as per operator for less than 48 hrs. Operator properly marked with the production time and date. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03G-53-1
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. Operator removed and placed at washing area. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed 2 employee personal cups on prep table across cook line. Operator removed the cups. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vets soiled at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed over kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
20
Jan 2, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: Oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Time Extended**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 via email. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: 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 via email. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed chlorine DM and Triple sink, operator provided quat test kit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: Observed chlorine DM and Triple sink, operator provided quat test kit. **Time Extended**
16-32-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: Observed Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled at kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled at kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
64
May 6, 2024
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed for operator and he posted it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02A-01-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can blocking sink operator removed **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator installed exterior pizza oven, open air grill hand sink and 2 make stations on the patio, they are planning on enclosing it, but are currently operating it exposed to the outside elements. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. 3 of the 4 sinks did not have soap, operator replaced **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Food being prepared outside. Operator installed exterior pizza oven, open air grill hand sink and 2 make stations on the patio, they are planning on enclosing it, but are currently operating it exposed to the outside elements. **Warning**
08B-32-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
51-11-4
55
Oct 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Martola last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Martola on file is from May 16, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Martola?
Across the inspection record, “no plan review submitted” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Martola.
How does La Martola compare to other restaurants in Miami?
La Martola most recently scored 20 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has La Martola's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at La Martola have averaged around 18 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at La Martola 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 Martola inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Martola is inspected around two times per year on average.
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