Lola Bar
Last inspected: Oct 20, 2025
52
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Lola Bar stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 20, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 10 violations to closer to six violations per visit over the last few inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “no paper towels”, showing up two times.
Lola Bar's latest score of 52 falls below the Miami average of 74. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
12A-09-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw hamburger patty (39F - Cold Holding); raw pork (42F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
12A-10-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing.
36-36-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket stored directly on floor in bar area. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar area. **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
52
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Feb 4, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw hamburger patties over ham inside walk in cooler. Operator stored properly during inspection.
08A-02-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. Operator provided during inspection.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Naomi Paig, Marangellis, Antonio Rincon.
53B-13-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located kitchen cook line area. Operator removed.
21-12-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Kitchen.
29-49-6
64
Nov 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
37
May 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-09: **Time Extended**
11-07-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-09: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-09: Still observed no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer Chlorine, Quaternary. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-09: **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-09: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-09: Still observed. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-09: Still observed Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Quaternary 00 ppm. **Admin Complaint**
16-55-4
61
Apr 15, 2024
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Kitchen.
31A-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. **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen. Towel. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
16-55-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Kitchen.
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of tomatoes stored on floor kitchen. Also cases of beef stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water at 70°f located cook line area. Operator discard the water during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar area. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
39
Dec 12, 2023
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
30
Feb 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
33
Jul 22, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal container with utensils inside hand wash. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located kitchen and Bar area. Provided at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lola Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lola Bar on file is from Oct 20, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lola Bar?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lola Bar.
How does Lola Bar compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Lola Bar most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Lola Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Lola Bar have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Lola Bar 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 Lola Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lola Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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