La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables
Last inspected:
3805 Sw 8 St, Coral Gables, FL 33134La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables has accumulated 280 violations across 22 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.7 violations per inspection—more than double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have appeared frequently across the record, including shell stock requirements, consumer advisory failures, proper cooking temperatures, food contact surface contamination, hand washing lapses, approved food source violations, and toxic substance control issues. The pattern of recurring high-priority findings—particularly shell stock handling, consumer advisory documentation, and food contact surface sanitation—indicates systemic management gaps in core food safety practices. A single disciplinary action resulted in a $160 fine. The most recent inspection on November 6, 2025 documented 15 violations (1 high-priority, 1 intermediate, 5 basic) and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015033885 | $160.00 | Jul 16, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables last inspected?
- La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables had?
- La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables find?
- La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables was most recently inspected on April 21, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables ever been shut down?
- No, La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V27 (Correct procedures) mean?
- Violation 27 (Correct procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/27.
- Has La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables been fined?
- La Casita Restaurant in Coral Gables has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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