La Milpa Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
58
Score
Public records show nine inspections at La Milpa Restaurant stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 26, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 10 violations per visit versus roughly eight violations earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
La Milpa Restaurant's latest score of 58 falls below the Miami average of 74. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat raw animal food, such as hamburgers, steak and sushi covered under a consumer advisory. Observed raw prep chicken on top of cooked cut beef inside reach in cooler at prep area. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-16-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Temperature 200+); employee added water to dilute sanitazer. 2nd-Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm); **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with alcohol and water not labeled next to handwashing sink. Employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer at dry storage.
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior soiled with food debris. Manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of oven soiled with grease.
23-03-4
58
Sep 17, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 9, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed cooked refried beans inside reach in cooler without lid. Manager provided aluminum foil to cover beans. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-02-4
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. **Warning**
22-12-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed tamales being stored inside thank you bags at reach in cooler. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.observed raw chicken on top of green peppers inside reach in cooler in preparation area. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed an opener soiled with food debris , also observed white cutting board soiled with food debris in preparation area. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside handwashing sink. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
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** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled next to 3 compartment sink. Employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic to go cup inside beans container at preparation area. Manager removed and discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at kitchen area . **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at kitchen area. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed groove on white cutting board next to preparation area. Manager discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of grease and food residue under cooking equipment. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of green bananas being stored on the floor at dry safes. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall soiled with grease in kitchen area. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside white reach 8n freezer at storage area. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled with food debris at preparation area. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink. Provided operator with sign via email. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves soiled with grease next to oven **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal energy drink I reach in cooler at preparation area. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at preparation table next to oven. **Warning**
14-20-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed discarded coolers outside next to building. **Warning**
33-31-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
17
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
43
Jul 26, 2024
Routine - Food
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
61
Apr 23, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cut fruits stored in shopping bag located in reach in freezer,frontline. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed marinated chicken stored above beef soup located in the prep cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-02-6
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 stored with raw beef located in the chest freezer.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed at the cookline, operator did not wash hands with soap after handling soiled equipment then put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer blade,and guard soiled with encrusted food debris.
22-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed unisex bathroom door not self closing.
32-04-4
47
Nov 13, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken breast over ready to eat food inside preparation reach in cooler. Manager rearranged the food products.
08A-05-6
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 not separated from raw pork and raw beef inside white chest freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee washing hands no using hot water. Manger coached employee on proper hand washing. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-19-4
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee washing hands with no soap. Manager coached employee in proper hand washing. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-20-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken and raw fish stored in non-food grade bags inside white chest reach in freezer. Manager removed the bags and replaced the chicken in ziplock bags. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed two employees washing hands in the 3 compartment sink. Manager coached employees in proper hand washing. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed 2 cutting boards soiled with food and black mold-like substance over preparation reach in coolers.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by mop bucket next to 3 compartment sink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to 3 compartment sink. Manager provided soap. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handles soiled of white standing reach in cold unit. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed over storage area. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed 3 employees water bottles on food preparation station. Manager removed the bottles and placed them on designated area. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees phone in front of microwave at front counter. Also observed employee purses stored over food preparation area. Manager removed items and placed them on designated area. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraints. Employees put hair nets on. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of chicken stock stored on floor next to single door reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole over hood filter.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at 80F next to fryers.
10-07-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with food debris next to white chest freezer.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at kitchen entrance.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container no labeled. Manager labeled flour container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
17
Jun 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
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
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
17
Nov 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-05: **Time Extended**
50-17-2
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-05: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-05: **Time Extended**
33-23-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Milpa Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Milpa Restaurant on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Milpa Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Milpa Restaurant.
How does La Milpa Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
La Milpa Restaurant most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has La Milpa Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at La Milpa Restaurant have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Milpa Restaurant 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 Milpa Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Milpa Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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