La Strega Cucina Italiana and Steakhouse

15281 Nw 67 Ave, Miami Lakes, FL 33014

Italian

Last inspected: Mar 19, 2025

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, La Strega Cucina Italiana and Steakhouse has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 19, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.

Across the inspection history, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

La Strega Cucina Italiana and Steakhouse's latest score of 47 falls below the Miami Lakes average of 74. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 19, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 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 chicken over octopus, also raw beef over raw lobster. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gum soiled.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed drainage in hand sink located at soda station. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-11-4

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. Employees Jaydervel Labrada.

11-26-1

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located at the coffee station. Soap was replaced it. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen salmon thawing at room temperature on preparation sink, operator placed back to walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage.

01C-06-5

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked ground beef under 41°F no covered in walk in cooler. Operator properly covered. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Sep 17, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon over cook octopus in reach in cooler, operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation**

01C-03-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in used utensils in standing water at 79° F. Operator discarded it. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. By the cook line.

22-16-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on kitchen floor.

08B-38-4

Jun 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.

01C-03-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hand sink soiled at the cook line.

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled located at the beginning of the cook line.

22-16-4

Mar 15, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Jun 13, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Dec 13, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wet wiping towel inside hand wash sink. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test kit.

16-37-1

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-04-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed octopus cases on walk in freezer floor. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Strega Cucina Italiana and Steakhouse last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Strega Cucina Italiana and Steakhouse on file is from Mar 19, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Strega Cucina Italiana and Steakhouse?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Strega Cucina Italiana and Steakhouse.

How does La Strega Cucina Italiana and Steakhouse compare to other restaurants in Miami Lakes?

La Strega Cucina Italiana and Steakhouse most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Lakes average of 74.

Has La Strega Cucina Italiana and Steakhouse's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Strega Cucina Italiana and Steakhouse have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Strega Cucina Italiana and Steakhouse 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 Strega Cucina Italiana and Steakhouse inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Strega Cucina Italiana and Steakhouse is inspected around three times per year on average.

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