La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami
Last inspected:
3701 Nw 79 St, Miami, FL 331474438LA CRIOLLITA CAFETERIA in Miami has accumulated 251 violations across 29 inspections since 2017, averaging 8.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. In 2017, inspectors cited a missing hood suppression system for cooking equipment in the screen room preparation area. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine, with recurring violations in ventilation, food contact surfaces, and utensil sanitation.
Most recent closure: October 5, 2018 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
8.7
violations / inspection
8.7 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)
La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018052968 | $400.00 | Oct 5, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Observed on screen room.
Observed no hood supresión system in screen room, which Is use a a preparation room.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— 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
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 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
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections38 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami last inspected?
- La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 14, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- When was La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami last shut down?
- La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami was last shut down on October 5, 2018 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami had?
- La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami find?
- La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami was most recently inspected on January 14, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami ever been shut down?
- Yes, La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- 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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami been fined?
- La Criollita Cafeteria in Miami has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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