La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami
Last inspected:
260 Crandon Blvd Unit 17, Miami, FL 33149La Despensa Key Biscayne accumulated 54 violations across 19 inspections between February 2022 and March 2026, averaging 2.8 violations per inspection — below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. However, the most recent inspection on March 9, 2026 resulted in a Warning Issued disposition after 21 violations were documented, including multiple high-priority findings: employee health reporting violations appeared in both the March 2026 and December 2025 inspections, along with improper food contact surface conditions. Earlier inspections cited employee health policy violations in August 2022 and February 2022. A disciplinary action resulted in $520 in fines. A portable fire extinguisher was found with a gauge in the red zone during the August 22, 2022 inspection.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $520.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018014913 | $520.00 | Feb 12, 2018 | Orlando |
La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami last inspected?
- La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 9, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami are: Time as control, Clean multi-use utensils, Food in good condition.
- How many health inspections has La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami had?
- La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami find?
- La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami was most recently inspected on March 9, 2026 with 10 violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami ever been shut down?
- No, La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- Has La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $520.00 in fines.
- How much has La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami been fined?
- La Despensa Key Biscayne in Miami has been fined a total of $520.00 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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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