La Portena Cafeteria in Miami
Last inspected:
1985-1987 Sw 8th Street, Miami, FL 33135La Portena Cafeteria in Miami has been emergency-closed once, on February 21, 2022, for roach activity. The facility has accumulated 174 violations across 21 inspections between 2022 and July 2025, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection—more than 60 percent above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent, with handwashing procedure violations, food condition issues, and improper chemical storage cited repeatedly across multiple inspections. The facility also received a fire safety citation on October 18, 2022, for cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors with no hood suppression system installed, and was subject to one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on July 29, 2025, documented 12 violations including high-priority handwashing and food condition findings, though the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: February 21, 2022 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Portena Cafeteria in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
La Portena Cafeteria in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)
La Portena Cafeteria in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022009155 | $400.00 | Feb 21, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
La Portena Cafeteria in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
La Portena Cafeteria in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections28 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
La Portena Cafeteria in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Portena Cafeteria in Miami last inspected?
- La Portena Cafeteria in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 29, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was La Portena Cafeteria in Miami last shut down?
- La Portena Cafeteria in Miami was last shut down on February 21, 2022 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 Portena Cafeteria in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Portena Cafeteria in Miami are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food in good condition, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has La Portena Cafeteria in Miami had?
- La Portena Cafeteria in Miami has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Portena Cafeteria in Miami find?
- La Portena Cafeteria in Miami was most recently inspected on July 29, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Portena Cafeteria in Miami ever been shut down?
- Yes, La Portena Cafeteria in Miami has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- 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 Portena Cafeteria in Miami had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, La Portena Cafeteria in Miami has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has La Portena Cafeteria in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Portena Cafeteria in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has La Portena Cafeteria in Miami been fined?
- La Portena 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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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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