Las Brisas Coffee & Bakery

18190 W Dixie Hwy, North Miami Beach, FL 33160
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
25
Score
High Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Las Brisas Coffee & Bakery stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 4, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 14 violations each, up from closer to seven violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “manager or person in charge lacking proof”, showing up five times.

By comparison, the average North Miami Beach facility scores 72, putting Las Brisas Coffee & Bakery on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

7
Inspections
3
Critical latest
7
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Observed raw beef stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Observed establishment open and Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 10/1/24. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Observed Employee began working with food after touching phone without first washing hands. **Warning**
12A-16-4
Intermediate - Observed establishment now using digital menu with no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed to operator to print and post. **Warning**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located behind front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Observed employee filling up pitcher on of water from hand washing sink behind front counter being counter. Advised manager that Handwash sink can not be used for any purposes other than handwashing. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Observed establishment offering prosciutto. However, Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Observed Wall behind 3 compartment sink soiled black buildup. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses. **Warning**
10-20-4
25
Nov 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Observed establishment open and operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 10/1/24. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: High Priority - Observed establishment open and operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 10/1/24. **Warning** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: Observed No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: 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** **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. **Time Extended**
29-49-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
50
Nov 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 8 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat foods in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Observed establishment open and operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 10/1/24. **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink due to hand sink in kitchen area in disrepair. Advised manager that hands can not be washed in any sink other than an approved handwash sink. **Warning**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink behind front counter used for ware washing. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times due to being in disrepair and covered by plastic bag. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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 - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided at hand washing sink in kitchen area due to plumbing in disrepair. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense various seasonings. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Observed Employee suitcase and kids toys stored next to reach in cooler in kitchen area. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Observed bags flour and oil stored on floor in kitchen area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed hand washing sink Plumbing system in disrepair. Sink is covered with bag unable to be used by employees for hand washing. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
21
Aug 27, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dishes being stored in hand washing sink. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. **Warning**
29-49-6
52
Nov 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of raw beef. Located in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-20-5
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed various cleaning supplies being stored in hand washing sink. Located in kitchen area. **Warning**
31A-09-4
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 - 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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored outside. Observed cases of sodas and raw meat stored on floor outside. **Warning**
08B-42-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed various foods being stored on floor throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
39
Feb 3, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located behind front counter and restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of takeout cups being stored on floor in dry storage area. Manager moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
86
Aug 26, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on front counter. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
25-27-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in kitchen area.
38-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Las Brisas Coffee & Bakery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Las Brisas Coffee & Bakery on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Las Brisas Coffee & Bakery?

Across the inspection record, “manager or person in charge lacking proof” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Las Brisas Coffee & Bakery.

How does Las Brisas Coffee & Bakery compare to other restaurants in North Miami Beach?

Las Brisas Coffee & Bakery most recently scored 25 out of 100, which is lower than the North Miami Beach average of 72.

Has Las Brisas Coffee & Bakery's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Las Brisas Coffee & Bakery have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Las Brisas Coffee & Bakery 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 Las Brisas Coffee & Bakery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Las Brisas Coffee & Bakery is inspected around two times per year on average.