La Bodega Restaurant

13774 SW 88 St, Miami, FL 33186 · Permanent Food Service · License 2331134

Official report

out of 100

Grade F

Safety score 59 of 100

Latest visit: Oct 28, 2026 (11 days ago)

What drove the grade

Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.High priority · 24 other violations

How the score was calculated

Starting score100
Violations at the Oct 28 routine inspection
3 high priority (1 fixed on the spot), 5 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot), 17 basic; basic violations cost 12 at most
-41
Safety score59

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Inspection history

1 inspection · 1 visit

Oct282026

Routine inspection

25 violations found

First visitOct 28, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
25 violations found:
- 3 High priority
- 5 Intermediate
- 17 Basic
What the inspector cited
High priority3
- Code 01, Approved source; food safe and unadulterated: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
  Observed cooked chicken (64°F - Cooling) on preparation table at kitchen area, as per operator chicken was cooked last night. Operator discarded during inspection.
- Code 03, Food out of temperature: Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135°F to 41°F within 6 hours.
  Observed cooked chicken (64°F - Cooling) on preparation table at kitchen area, as per operator chicken was cooked last night. Operator discarded during inspection.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.
  Observed raw chicken stored above raw seafood mix on shelves at walk in cooler.
Intermediate5
- Code 02, Labeling, date marking and consumer advisory: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
  Observed cooked octopus not date marked on chest freezer by dry storage area. Observed cooked beans , cooked tripe,homemade sauces on chest freezer by bar area.
- Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
  Observed soiled with food debris slicer at preparation area.
- Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  Observed dirty utensils inside hand wash sink at bar area.
  No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
  Observed at the bar area. Operator restocked.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress.
  Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed addition of bar area to the left of kitchen entrance without plan review. Observed bathroom in location different to plans provided. Kitchen layout is different to plans provided. Observed removal of front counter to the right of entrance door. Observed mop sink located inside under dish machine in ware wash area. Plans state mop sink are outside. Establishment located at 13774 SW 88 ST Miami,FL occupying two bays, As per Operator, second bay address is 13770 SW 88 ST.
  Administrative complaint
Basic17
- Code 06, Food properly thawed: Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.
  Observed cooked tripe (53°F - Cold Holding) on top of microwave, as per operator less than 2 hours. Operator moved to reach in cooler.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored on floor.
  Observed multiple food cases stored on walk in freezer floor.
- Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
  Observed on flour container at preparation area, operator removed.
  Fixed on the spot
  Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  Observed at walk in freezer.
  Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
  Observed on both chest freezers by dry storage area.
- Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
  Observed soiled interior of microwave.
  Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
  Observed soiled reach in cooler interior across microwave.
- Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
  Observed soiled gaskets in all units throughout kitchen and front counter.
  Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
  Observed soiled with food debris walk in cooler freezer handles. Also reach in cooler handles.
- Code 24, Clean equipment storage and air drying: Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  Observed clean utensils not inverted by front counter at dining room.
- Code 25, Single-service items: Single-service articles improperly stored.
  Observed plastic containers case stored on floor by dry storage area.
- Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
  Observed at the back door.
- Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
  Observed at walk in freezer.
  Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
  Observed throughout kitchen.
- Code 42, Premises and cleaning equipment: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- Code 50, Current license displayed: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.
  Observed 105 seats, establishment reported 75.
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

Reading this report

Priority levels

High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
Basic Best practices and general upkeep.

Terms in the inspectors’ reports

Time/temperature control for safety food: Food that has to be kept hot, at 135°F or above, or cold, at 41°F or below, to stay safe: meat, seafood, eggs, dairy, cooked rice and beans, cut melons and the like.
Ready-to-eat food: Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.
Food-contact surface: Anything food touches, such as cutting boards, utensils, counters and the inside of ice machines.
Nonfood-contact surface: Surfaces food doesn’t touch, such as the outsides of equipment, handles and door gaskets.
Stop sale: An order that the food can’t be sold or served.