Las Columnas Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
27
Score
Going back to 2022, Las Columnas Restaurant has 11 inspections in the public record. Las Columnas Restaurant was last inspected on Feb 25, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around 17 violations compared to roughly 19 violations earlier on.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ice buildup in reach-in freezer”, showing up nine times.
Compared to other Doral restaurants (averaging 73), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
11
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
13
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bib, located near the mop sink.
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded beef (78F - Hot Holding); chickpeas soup (87F - Hot Holding), in steam table. As per employee food was placed in steam table 2 hours before the inspection. During the inspection, the employee reheated the items to proper temperatures: shredded beef to 169°F and chickpea soup to 171°F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken and raw pork thawing together in the sink in the preparation kitchen. During the inspection employee removed items.
08A-24-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands in 3 compartment sink.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee hand sink. Observed that the handwashing sink located in the preparation kitchen did not have running hot water available. The issue was corrected during the inspection, and running water was restored by the employee. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed multiple kitchen equipment doors handles soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Clean glasses, bowls, and plates not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged 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. Observed raw fish thawing in standing water in the handwashing sink located in the preparation kitchen. During the inspection employee removed fish and placed it in reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-09-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of raw beef, raw chicken, and raw pork stored on the floor in walk in cooler located.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed that the handwashing sink located in the preparation kitchen did not have running water available at the time of inspection. The issue was corrected during the inspection, and running water was restored by the employee. **Corrected On-Site**
29-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed 2 doors reach in cooler interior soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork thawing at room temperature in the preparation kitchen.
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas.
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed that the pipe underneath the handwashing sink in the preparation kitchen is leaking water.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
27
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Time Extended**
29-42-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over bread inside of the walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed shell eggs over bread inside of the walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food area. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under flat grill with heavy soiled - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed under flat grill with heavy soiled **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed under walk in cooler shelves with rust. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust **Time Extended**
14-17-4
61
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 4 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cut pork (49 F - Cold Holding); Beef (50 F - Cold Holding); Cooked ground beef (52 F - Cold Holding); Congri (51 F - Cold Holding) inside of a kitchen reach in cooler according to operator stored since yesterday. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cut pork (49 F - Cold Holding); Beef (50 F - Cold Holding); Cooked ground beef (52 F - Cold Holding); Congri (51 F - Cold Holding) inside of a kitchen reach in cooler according to operator stored since yesterday. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over bread inside of the walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touched dirty apron and then continued cooking. Coached employee to wash hands, employee washed hands.
12A-28-4
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed pitcher of waters in the front counter counter not covered.
08B-02-4
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. Provided copy to operator. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a garbage can in front counter hand washing sink located sink, observed a plastic container container inside of the front counter hand washing sink located sink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in the front counter hand washing sink located sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided operator advisory. Person in charge printed sing and posted in the lobby. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food area. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed sandwich prep cooler ambient temperature 57 F. observed kitchen area reach in cooler ambient temperature 76 F. **Repeat Violation**
14-74-7
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged 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. Observed salmon in commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged 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. Employee took salmon from the bag into a container. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed sandwich prep cooler ambient temperature 57 F, observed kitchen area reach in cooler ambient temperature 76 F.
14-10-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water bottles, cooking oil stored on the storage floor, observed cases of chicken stored in the walk in cooler floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under flat grill with heavy soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed kitchen area reach in cooler in the interior soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves with rust.
14-33-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of to go containers stored in the storage area floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed old equipment stored in the storage area .
33-34-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed sugar sugar container not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed under walk in cooler shelves with rust.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed kitchen walls soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed wet towel on top of the prep sandwich cooler
21-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of rice not labeled.
02D-01-5
12
Feb 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelf where dishes are kept above three sink. Observed meat slicer soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed soiled shelf where dishes are kept above three sink. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelves where dry food is stored in back of kitchen. Observed rusted shelves where plates are at kitchen entrance. Observed under steam table where sheet trays are kept. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed rusted shelves where dry food is stored in back of kitchen. Observed rusted shelves where plates are at kitchen entrance. Observed under steam table where sheet trays are kept. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed date of birth missing for all employee training. Velio, Lizandra, Mirna. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Velio, Lizandra, Mirna. **Time Extended**
53B-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under steam table. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed under steam table. **Time Extended**
14-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled in back office, observed freezer in dry storage soiled. Observed interior of reach in cooler in kitchen soiled. Observed all shelves in reach in coolers soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed all shelves in reach in coolers soiled. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled paper towel and soap dispenser in kitchen area. Observed gaskets of all coolers in kitchen soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed gaskets of all coolers in kitchen soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer and reach in freezer in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed in walk in freezer and reach in freezer in kitchen. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed behind three sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed behind three sink. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no cover in women's restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: **Time Extended**
32-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler not working at all, completely off. The following TCS foods stored inside: mash potato (61F - Cold Holding); rice (61F - Cold Holding); yucca (61F - Cold Holding). **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed walk in cooler not working at all, completely off. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents soiled in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed air vents soiled in kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on tiles in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed water damage on tiles in kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed absorbent tiles in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed absorbent tiles in kitchen area **Time Extended**
36-37-5
45
Jan 31, 2025
Routine - Food
9 critical violations. 6 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 29 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on wall behind sandwich station. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef. Cook corrected order on site. Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen raw chicken on top of pork and beef. Cook moved for proper stored. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored above cheese. Cook corrected order on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed bug spray in back of kitchen on shelf with pancake mix, seran wrap Nd paper towels. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-05-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed frozen pork in to go plastic bags. Cook wrapped them in food grade plastic during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-15-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 4lb 14 Oz can of oyster sauce; Kum Chun, with dent. **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed walk in cooler not working at all, completely off. The following TCS foods stored inside: mash potato (61F - Cold Holding); rice (61F - Cold Holding); yucca (61F - Cold Holding). As per cook, the foods have been in cooler since prior day of inspection. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at coffee bar in pastry warmer: croquettes (90F - Hot Holding); guava and cheese tequeno (126F - Hot Holding). As per operator, food has been there less than 4 hours prior to inspection. Operator turned heat up on warmer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed walk in cooler not working at all, completely off. The following TCS foods stored inside: mash potato (61F - Cold Holding); rice (61F - Cold Holding); yucca (61F - Cold Holding). As per cook, the foods have been in cooler since prior day of inspection. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed chef unable to calibrate thermometer. Inspector went over process with chef and owner. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
53A-10-4
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. Observed no form or kit, inspector provided form via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelf where dishes are kept above three sink. Observed meat slicer soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelves where dry food is stored in back of kitchen. Observed rusted shelves where plates are at kitchen entrance. Observed under steam table where sheet trays are kept. **Warning**
22-31-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser not dispensing paper towels. **Warning**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed date of birth missing for all employee training. Velio, Lizandra, Mirna. **Warning**
53B-10-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles of all coolers and microwave in kitchen soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed absorbent tiles in kitchen area. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on tiles in kitchen. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents soiled in kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler not working at all, completely off. The following TCS foods stored inside: mash potato (61F - Cold Holding); rice (61F - Cold Holding); yucca (61F - Cold Holding). **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no cover in women's restroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of soda on floor of bar area. Observed oil on floor outside of walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed behind three sink. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer and reach in freezer in kitchen. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave in kitchen soiled. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled paper towel and soap dispenser in kitchen area. Observed gaskets of all coolers in kitchen soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled in back office, observed freezer in dry storage soiled. Observed interior of reach in cooler in kitchen soiled. Observed all shelves in reach in coolers soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under steam table. **Warning**
14-20-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
06-01-5
7
Oct 2, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. On top reach in freezer.
41-07-4
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. By the walk in freezer. Employee removed it. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over raisins stored inside the 2 doors reach in cooler, located at preparation area. Employee removed items and placed them correctly.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw fish stored inside the 2 doors reach in cooler, located at preparation area. Employee removed items and placed them correctly. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Shell eggs received in a unit not maintaining an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shelled eggs stored at ambient temperature next to preparation area. Operator moved the eggs to the refrigerator. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-20-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands in the three compartments sink.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled, located at cooking line.
22-02-4
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaged in food preparation without hair restraint.
13-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed 2 doors reach in cooler handles soiled, located at preparation area.
23-24-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork thawing in standing water inside three compartments sink. Employee removed item and placed it in the walk in cooler.
06-01-5
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
21-10-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Observed 2 doors reach in cooler interior soiled, located at preparation area.
22-16-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 2 cases of cooking oil stored on the floor by the walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
25
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
43
Jan 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-26: Observed Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet. **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler at 80 F - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler running at 80 F **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-26: As per owner, establishment is waiting on parts to arrive to fix walk in cooler. Observed no potentially hazard food stored inside. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-26: Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-26: Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside kitchen reach in cooler soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside kitchen reach in cooler soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-26: Observed Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in/reach in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted out. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: Walk-in/reach in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted out. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-26: Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted out. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
67
Jan 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed no hot water throughout the establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: As per operator, new water heater was purchased. Operator has not yet installed it. **Time Extended**
27-18-4
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. Observe no employee training for all employees. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: 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. Observe no employee training for all employees. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: 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. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler at 80 F - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler running at 80 F **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside kitchen reach in cooler soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside kitchen reach in cooler soiled. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in/reach in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted out. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-19: Walk-in/reach in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted out. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
50
Jan 18, 2024
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a WD40 oil spray on top of the three compartment sink.
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw beef (68 F - Cold Holding); Raw Pork (68 F - Cold Holding) Cooked with rice (68 F - Cold Holding); according to operator stored in walk in cooler since yesterday .
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Raw beef (68 F - Cold Holding); Raw Pork (68 F - Cold Holding) Cooked with rice (68 F - Cold Holding); according to operator stored in walk in cooler since yesterday . Observed Front prep area Sliced tomatoes (60F - Cold Holding); Sliced Ham (58 F - Cold Holding); Sliced pork (59 F - Cold Holding); American cheese (59 F - Cold Holding)
01B-02-5
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches crawling inside of the kitchen reach in cooler, three live roaches crawling inside of the walk in cooler, one live roach behind back area reach in cooler.
35A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed shell eggs over raw meat above of the meat.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels on the kitchen hand washing sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed no hot water throughout the establishment.
27-18-4
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. Observe no employee training for all employees.
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator posted consumer advisory in the lobby area.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler at 80 F
14-74-7
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches inside of the kitchen reach in cooler.
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cooking book on top of the meat grinder.
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside kitchen reach in cooler soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed swai fish being thawed out in standing water next to the three compartment sink,
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in/reach in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted out.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
16
Oct 31, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Inside of the walk in cooler.
36-62-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer floor.
14-69-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Las Columnas Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Las Columnas Restaurant on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Las Columnas Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Las Columnas Restaurant.
How does Las Columnas Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Doral?
Las Columnas Restaurant most recently scored 27 out of 100, which is lower than the Doral average of 73.
Has Las Columnas Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Las Columnas Restaurant have averaged around 17 violations per visit, down from roughly 19 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Las Columnas Restaurant 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 Columnas Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Las Columnas Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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