La Michoacana 100% Natural

26841 South Dixie Hwy, Homestead, FL 33032
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
35
Score
High Risk

La Michoacana 100% Natural appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. La Michoacana 100% Natural was last inspected on Jan 13, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately and about nine violations before that.

When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 70, which La Michoacana 100% Natural's 35 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

7
Inspections
4
Critical latest
3
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to hot holding unit at front counter, as per operator over 4 hours. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to hot holding unit at front counter, as per operator over 4 hours. Operator discarded during inspection.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed bread stored on to go bags inside reach in cooler at kitchen area, operator placed bread into zip log bags during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-15-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Coached employee on proper procedures.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not identified with common name at kitchen area.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty containers inside hand wash sink at front counter. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork thawed inside reach in cooler not date marked inside standing unit at preparation area. Operator dated during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-08-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cut pineapple container not covered in standing unit at front counter. Operator covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed fruits stored above uncovered cut fruits container in standing unit at front counter. Operator removed unwashed fruits during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
35
Aug 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wiping cloths stored on hand wash sink at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed thawed cooked pork not dated on standing unit at at preparation area, as per employee over 24 hours. Employee dated during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-04-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket stored not inverted next to ice machine.
24-05-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal items on top of chest freezer at preparation area, employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under equipment at kitchen area.
36-01-4
Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed blower and tool box stored under table at preparation area.
42-02-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed frozen fruit container not covered on reach in freezer at preparation area. Employee covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
64
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored above cooked chicken bags, on reach in cooler at preparation area. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler next to chips station, as per employee less than 4 hours employee add ice bag on tomatoes. **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 ; whole corn (124F - Hot Holding) on warmer at front counter, as per employee less than 2 ho, employee increase temperature during inspection.
03B-01-6
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/ **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
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 no training for Julissa, Agripina y Mariella, have been working more than 60 days.
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed cooked steak,sausage and chicken not date marked on reach in cooler next to white freezer at preparation area, as per operator food was moved from freezer this morning.
02C-08-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked steak,sausage and chicken not date marked on reach in cooler next to white freezer at preparation area, as per employee from 3 days ago. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
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. Observed expired training for Marco F. and Rafael A. On 03/21/2024
53B-05-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 80°F at kitchen area. Employee discarded water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
37
Jul 16, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
39
Jul 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed in raw pork in freezer.
14-31-5
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 form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked in kitchen area.
31A-09-4
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork not date marked,as per employee over 24 hours. Employee dated during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Observed at the front counter, employee turned on.
10-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone next to microwave in kitchen area.
40-06-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at the front counter.
21-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters in kitchen area.
23-03-4
47
Sep 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Michoacana 100% Natural last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Michoacana 100% Natural on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Michoacana 100% Natural?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Michoacana 100% Natural.

How does La Michoacana 100% Natural compare to other restaurants in Homestead?

La Michoacana 100% Natural most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.

Has La Michoacana 100% Natural's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at La Michoacana 100% Natural have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Michoacana 100% Natural 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 Michoacana 100% Natural inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Michoacana 100% Natural is inspected around two times per year on average.