La Tia Restaurant
Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025
55
Score
La Tia Restaurant appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 15, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “wet wiping cloth not stored” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
That's lower than the typical Miramar restaurant, which scores around 79. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
55
Oct 1, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
95
Jul 25, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
43
Feb 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw chicken stored above container of raw beef in reach in cooler next to prep table in kitchen. Manager inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1) 7 rodent droppings on top of water heater in storage room away from the kitchen. 2) 8 rodent droppings under water heater in storage room away from the kitchen. Manager cleaned and sanitized area during inspection. Observed single door freezer and a refrigerator next to water heater closet. **Admin Complaint**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Bags of raw beef stored above bags of shredded cheese in storage room reach in freezer. Manager inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine chemical test kit.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Manager replaced during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cases of oils stored in kitchen next to exit door. Manager elevated. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
50
Oct 15, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water 75F. Hands washing sink at entrance door water turned off. 2 hands washing sinks in kitchen.
27-16-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Women's bathroom.
32-04-4
86
Feb 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw fish stored above container of cooked tripes in True double doors reach in cooler. Container of raw beef stored above container of cooked chicken in True double doors reach in cooler. Manager inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Manager replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board under prep table in kitchen.
14-09-4
Basic - Gasket in 4 drawers reach in under prep table torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Ice cream glass chest freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
64
Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed milk with expiration date of 09-08-23 stored in fogel lowboy cooler front counter. See stop sale **Repeat Violation**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed milk with expiration date of 09-08-23 stored in fogel lowboy front counter. See stop sale
02C-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. 1) Container of raw beef stored above container of cooked beef in whirlpool white freezer 2) Container of raw fish stored above opened box of cheese and bags of fries in True freezer located in storage room. 3) Container of raw beef stored above bags of frozen juice in Whirlpool freezer locate in storage room.Manager inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bowl stored in hands washing sink in kitchen. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink entrance of kitchen. Manager provided.
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. 2 ceiling tiles in kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water cup and coffee cup stored on prep table in kitchen next to clean utensils and bowls. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep table in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of rice removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled rice container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
41
Feb 1, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. . Traulsen reach in -Cooked chicken (48-50F - Cold Holding ). Per manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared nor portioned today. Observed air not flowing evenly to bottom of refrigerator due to too many large containers on top shelves See stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Traulsen reach in cooler -Cooked chicken (48-50F - Cold Holding ). Per manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared nor portioned today. Observed air not flowing evenly to bottom of refrigerator due to too many large containers on top shelves. See See stop sale **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw fish stored over open bag of ham in Traulsen reach un cooler. Manager moved ham to a different location. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table - Pork chops (100-110F - Hot Holding); Cooked chicken (105-107F - Hot Holding). Per manager food items in unit less than 4 hours. Observed pans not reaching hot water. Manager replaced with right sized pans. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Top shelves of Traulsen reach in cooler in kitchen.
14-33-4
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized under prep tables in cook line. Employees organized during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-34-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Container with pork stored in standing water in kitchen.
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind fryer and stove in kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar not labeled in kitchen. Manager labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Shelf with rust that has pitted the surface under prep table.
14-17-4
Basic - Case of juice and energy drink stored on floor in bar area. Manager elevated. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook with no hair restraint. Employee wears hairnet during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
29
Sep 16, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 1) Traulsen 2 Doors reach in - Cooked cow foot (50F - Cold Holding); Raw chicken (48F); Cooked beef (48F); Cooked chicken (47F). Per manager food item in cooler over 8 hours. Observed large containers placed directly Under fan on top shelf. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-16: Cooked cow feet - (46-48 - Cold holding) Cooked chicken - ( 47-49 - Cold Holding). Per manager food items in unit more than 8 hours. Foods were not prepared today. See Stop Sale. **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1) Traulsen 2 Doors reach in - Cooked cow foot (50F - Cold Holding); Raw chicken (48F); Cooked beef (48F); Cooked chicken (47F). Per manager food item in cooler over 8 hours. Observed large containers placed directly under fan on top shelf. See Stop Sale. Whirlpool refrigerator- ; Cheese (47F - Cold Holding)Observed top freezer defrosting. Per manager food item in unit less than 4 hours. Manager moved to another cooler to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-16: Cooked cow feet - (46-48 - Cold holding) Cooked chicken - ( 47-49 - Cold Holding). Per manager food items in unit more than 8 hours. Foods were not prepared today. See Stop Sale. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Tia Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Tia Restaurant on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Tia Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “wet wiping cloth not stored” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Tia Restaurant.
How does La Tia Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miramar?
La Tia Restaurant most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Miramar average of 79.
Has La Tia Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Tia Restaurant have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Tia 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 Tia Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Tia Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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