La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami
Last inspected:
3820 Nw 36 St, Miami, FL 33142LA Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami has accumulated 306 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.2 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent and fly activity. In November 2024, inspectors issued an emergency order after finding 29 violations with 8 marked high priority, though the facility complied during callback inspection. The most frequently cited violations involve food contact surfaces, chemical storage, and consumer advisory issues.
Most recent closure: November 4, 2024 for rodent & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
10.2
violations / inspection
10.2 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 Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)
La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024063583 | $400.00 | Nov 6, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
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— 4 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 3 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections48 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami last inspected?
- La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami last shut down?
- La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami was last shut down on November 4, 2024 for rodent & fly 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 Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami had?
- La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami find?
- La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami ever been shut down?
- Yes, La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill 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 V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill in Miami been fined?
- La Palapa Restaurant Seafood & Grill 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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