La Trattoria
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
52
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at La Trattoria, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 25, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.
“No measuring device available” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 69, which La Trattoria's 52 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cut tomatoes inside RIC at cook line.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
52
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over ham inside WIC.
08A-05-6
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 to operator via email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood soiled.
23-03-4
64
Mar 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink next to coffee machine with hot water of 72F.
27-16-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed co2 tank not secure by the wine reach in cooler station.
51-11-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bar spoons in standing water. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
82
Dec 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed the cook finished preparing a dish of food removed her gloves and put on new gloves without washing her hands.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided via email. The manager printed it and posted it during the inspection.
02A-01-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed a coffee cup on top of a chest freezer.
12B-12-5
67
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Jan 11, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee engaging in food preparation with no hair restraint. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-11: **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in walk in cooler in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-11: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-11: Observed missing drain plug at dumpster. **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-11: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-11: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored in preparation table at coffee station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-11: **Time Extended**
21-12-4
74
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 13 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 400ppm). Manager instructed staff to dilute solution. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in all hand sink throughout the kitchen. Temperature 77F observed for 5 minutes. As per manager, hotel water heater will be serviced tomorrow. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout the kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet loose in employees unisex restroom. Observed hot water knob at hand sink near the coffee station in disrepair. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout the kitchen. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored in preparation table at coffee station. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed in hand sink near the coffee station. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at employees unisex restroom. Observed at kitchen near dishmachine. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee engaging in food preparation with no hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in walk in cooler in disrepair. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided manager with choking poster via email. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed in reach in cooler located near the coffee station. **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hand washing sink soiled near the coffee station. **Warning**
23-03-4
41
Jun 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
58
Dec 19, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
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 meat stored above raw fish in walk in freezer. **Warning**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water available in hand washing sinks. **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at prep table. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not provide water through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Observed water at 79°F.at time of inspection. **Warning**
27-05-4
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at 89°F.at time of inspection. **Warning**
27-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and pans not inverted at grill area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a drink with no lid in prep area. Manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with food debris. Manager asked employee to clean it. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not hung to dry in storage area.
42-01-4
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Trattoria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Trattoria on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Trattoria?
Across the inspection record, “no measuring device available” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Trattoria.
How does La Trattoria compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
La Trattoria most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has La Trattoria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Trattoria have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at La Trattoria 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 Trattoria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Trattoria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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