FRITANGA LA FUENTE
4353 NW 7TH ST · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33126
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
26 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 6
03D-02-5High Priority – Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in walk in rice and beans (51F – Cooling); cooked rice (51F – Cold Holding); beans (56F – Cooling). As per operator, food was prepared the day before. **Warning**
01B-36-5High Priority – Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed in walk in rice and beans (51F – Cooling); cooked rice (51F – Cold Holding); beans (56F – Cooling). As per operator, food was prepared the day before. **Warning**
14-86-1High Priority – Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed tortillas stored in towel at front counter. **Warning**
01B-02-5High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed at steam table: eggs (90F – Hot Holding); fried cheese (88F – Hot Holding). As per operator, food has been there over 4 hours prior to inspection. Observed at counter: plantain chips (56F – Ambient). As per operator, chips are made in house and have been there 2 days prior to inspection. **Warning**
03B-01-6High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table: eggs (90F – Hot Holding); fried cheese (88F – Hot Holding). As per operator, food has been there over 4 hours prior to inspection. Observed at counter: plantain chips (56F – Ambient). As per operator, chips are made in house and have been there 2 days prior to inspection. **Warning**
29-42-4High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink in kitchen. **Warning**
Intermediate 7
53A-10-4Intermediate – Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to verbally calculate thermometer. Inspector and operator calibrated thermometers together to 32F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4Intermediate – 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 on site. Inspector provided form via email. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
05-07-4Intermediate – Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed manager unable to calibrate thermometer. Inspector calibrated thermometer together with operator to 32F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled table where sauces are kept in kitchen area. Observed soiled blender not in use. **Warning**
31B-02-4Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no towels at hand sink it kitchen or bathroom. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
05-10-4Intermediate – Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Observed multiple stop sales for temperature and cooling abuse, certified food manager unable to calibrate thermometer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-02-5Intermediate – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed flautas made 2 days prior in walk in cooler with no date mark. **Warning**
Basic 13
14-01-5Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used as scoop in rice container. **Warning**
23-24-4Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handles of microwave soiled and oven. **Warning**
24-05-4Basic – Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed under prep table bowls and pots not inverted in back kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles in kitchen area. **Warning**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of rice bins soiled. **Warning**
33-16-4Basic – Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
22-16-4Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelves in walk in cooler. **Warning**
25-05-4Basic – Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of plastic utensils stored on floor at front counter. **Warning**
08B-12-5Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed beans, pork, in pots with no cover. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-27-5Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in mop sink. **Warning**
21-12-4Basic – Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet cloths throughout kitchen stored on shelves. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 17, 2026 12:55 PM.
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3 observation(s)
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1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.