La Rumba Latin Food
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
55
Score
Inspectors have visited La Rumba Latin Food nine times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 26, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
“Raw animal foods not properly separated” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
La Rumba Latin Food's latest score of 55 falls below the Miami average of 74. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw meat patties on top raw prep chicken inside reach in cooler at cook line. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed shredded chicken inside reach in cooler not date marked. As per manager less than 24 hours. Manager date marked properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed squeeze bottle with cooking oil not labeled behind front counter. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-02-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed cooking utensils not inverted inside plastic container at preparation table. Employee inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal open bottle water on top preparation table behind front counter, employee discarded during inspection. **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 employee personal phone on top preparation table at kitchen area , employee removed and stored in designated area. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of the oven soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
55
Oct 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside handwashing sink. Next to 3 compartment sink. Manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled with food debris. Manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed cooking utensils not inverted inside metal containers on top of preparation table. Manager inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled with grease. Manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open drink inside reach in cooler p, manager removed and discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
74
Mar 24, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with dust , and food debris under 3 compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with rice being stored on the floor next to reach in freezer. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with rice not labeled next to reach in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
82
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored above plantains located in the prep reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing bleach not labeled a top 3 compartment sink, employee labeled properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in Cole at preparation area soiled with food debris.
23-24-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with grease under equipment at kitchen area.
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave oven soiled with encrusted food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer on reach in cooler at preparation area.
05-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic spray bottle containing vinegar not labeled. Manager labeled product properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
55
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. hot box; empanadas (121F - Hot Holding)as per operator about 30 mins ago, operator adjusted thermostat for increased heating. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03B-01-6
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 fish fillets stored with sweet plantains located in the domestic reach in freezer. **Warning**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored above plantains located in the prep reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee handled raw pork then handled clean bowl containing precooked plantains without washing hands with soap. **Warning**
12A-20-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed for Miladys D as per operator working at the establishment for more than 2 months. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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 for Anna d. As per operator working at the establishment for more than two months. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed at the cookline. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave oven soiled with encrusted food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
41
Nov 15, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed Raw beef , Pork and Chicken stored over sauces at reach in Cooler. Operator rearranged products . **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less.Observed raw shell eggs stored at room temperature at cook line. Employee placed eggs inside reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Empanadas (120F - Hot Holding) at front counter , as per operator approximately 30 minutes. Operator increased unit temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Utensil sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine solution at 200 plus PPM. Operator diluted solution with water final reading of 50 PPM. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
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 - 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.
11-26-1
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of Seasoning not label, Operator labeled product. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed containers of beans and rice not stored 6 inches from floor underneath preparation table.
08B-47-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone in kitchen at preparation table, Operator removed phone, **Corrective Action Taken**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee Salmon and fruit inside reach in cooler not identified, Observed Rice at cook line not identified,.
08B-49-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Observed metal cup inside the Rice container. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Observed bathroom door propped open with piece of wood. **Corrected On-Site**
32-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer .
14-69-4
32
Jun 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning**
50-08-7
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed in coffee station. **Warning**
14-14-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Warning**
02B-02-5
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 coffee machine. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed in kitchen area. **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in kitchen area. **Warning**
21-09-4
45
Nov 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-2
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
27-16-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator removed label washed, rinsed and sanitized container. **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to scoop cereal. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Rumba Latin Food last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Rumba Latin Food on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Rumba Latin Food?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal foods not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Rumba Latin Food.
How does La Rumba Latin Food compare to other restaurants in Miami?
La Rumba Latin Food most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has La Rumba Latin Food's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Rumba Latin Food have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Rumba Latin Food 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 Rumba Latin Food inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Rumba Latin Food is inspected around three times per year on average.
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