Inspection Report

Emergency Closure InspectionDBPR disposition: Emergency order recommended
Florida DBPR Inspection Report
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LAS BRISAS CAFE

18190 W DIXIE HWY · NORTH MIAMI BEACH · Dade County · FL 33160

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateSeptember 21, 2018
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency order recommended
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number2781949
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID6581780
DBPR license2327662

Emergency Closure Summary

ClosedSeptember 21, 2018 9:57 AM
StatusNo reopening date recorded
Record basisDBPR weekly closure extract
Closure conditionRoach & rodent activity

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
2 High Priority8 Intermediate13 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical23 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

23 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 2

#14High Priority35A-05-4

High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 3 lives roaches under Reach in cooler, approximately 20+lives roaches behind the Reach in cooler by the three compartment sink, approximately 4 live roaches around the mop sink, approximately 2 lives roaches inside plastic container with onion, approximately 2 lives roach inside reach in cooler, approximately 4 lives roaches under preparation table.

#15High Priority35A-04-4

High Priority – Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 15+ rodent droppings, unable to determine if they are fresh or dry Located by the dry storage in between the wall and reach in cooler.

Intermediate 8

#16Intermediate27-16-4

Intermediate – Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Front counter by the orange juice machine Operator open the hot water faucet. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#17Intermediate22-28-4

Intermediate – Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Observed food debris

#18Intermediate53A-01-6

Intermediate – Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

#19Intermediate31B-02-4

Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. From counter

#20Intermediate14-14-4

Intermediate – Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. In coffee station, observed a metal basting brush.

#21Intermediate53B-13-5

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. Observed Gabriela R. Operator admitted that Gabriela is been working at the establishment since February 2018.

#22Intermediate02B-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. Observed establishment cooking eggs in different ways. Provided consumer advisory to operator. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#23Intermediate02C-02-4

Intermediate – Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken,cooked rice inside Reach in cooler.

Basic 13

#1Basic50-09-4

Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

#2Basic35A-03-4

Basic – Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 3 dead roaches next to 3 compartment sink, 5 on kitchen floor different areas.

#3Basic13-03-4

Basic – Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee without hair restraint. Operator place hat on her hair. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#4Basic14-11-4

Basic – Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine

#5Basic36-18-4

Basic – Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. Dry storage floor in different areas

#6Basic08B-12-4

Basic – Food stored in holding unit not covered. Observed raw beef, raw chicken.

#7Basic10-20-4

Basic – In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#8Basic36-62-4

Basic – Light not functioning. Dry storage

#9Basic38-07-4

Basic – Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed by the Coca Cola Reach in cooler located at the front counter.

#10Basic03A-26-4

Basic – Milk received at greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed receiving milk at 52°f, front delivery driver operator place inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken
#11Basic23-09-4

Basic – Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Observed Reach in cooler. Located in front the cooking line.

#12Basic29-11-4

Basic – Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed under 3 compartment sink **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#13Basic21-12-4

Basic – Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of cooking line and front counter.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 11, 2026 1:53 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
2 observation(s)
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
1 observation(s)
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 13 · Clothing, hair restraints, jewelry and fingernails
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
2 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
1 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 27 · Safe water source and hot/cold water under pressure
1 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
3 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
2 observation(s)
Category 38 · Required lighting and protected fixtures/bulbs
1 observation(s)
Category 50 · Current license displayed
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
2 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.