When was Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka last shut down?

Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka was last shut down on October 14, 2016 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 Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka?

The most frequently cited violations at Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected.

How many health inspections has Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka had?

Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka find?

Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka was most recently inspected on February 6, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.

Has Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka ever been shut down?

Yes, Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.

What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?

Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.

What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?

Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.

Has Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka had any fire safety violations?

Yes, Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

Has Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka faced any disciplinary actions?

Yes, Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $560.00 in fines.

How much has Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka been fined?

Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka has been fined a total of $560.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka

Last inspected: February 6, 2026

19541 Nw 57 Ave, Opa-locka, FL 33055

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant LLC
DBPR License: SEA2320442

Overview

Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-Locka has 34 inspections on record with 260 total violations, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection—nearly 50% higher than the statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on October 14, 2016 for roach activity. High-priority violations have been cited repeatedly across recent inspections, including proper hand and arm washing violations in at least 4 of the last 6 inspections, employee health policy violations, approved food source violations, proper cooking temperature violations, and consumer advisory violations. Management awareness violations appeared in 3 of the last 5 inspections. The facility has incurred 2 disciplinary actions totaling $560 in fines. A fire safety violation involving a locked exit door was documented on April 26, 2018 and corrected on site. The most recent inspection on February 6, 2026 resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition with 6 violations, following an inspection on January 5, 2026 that cited 27 violations and received an extension pending further compliance.

Most recent closure: October 14, 2016 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

34Inspections

260Violations

1Closures

1Fire

$560in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: February 6, 2026

Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 7.6 violations / inspection 7.6 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

Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka
Date	Reason	Reopened
Oct 14, 2016	Roach activity	09:25:00

Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $560.00

Disciplinary action history for Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka
Action Date	Case Number	Fine	Violation Date	Enforcement Office
May 11, 2021	1--2020056100	$160.00	Oct 8, 2020	Miami (Doral)
Nov 22, 2016	1--2016048144	$400.00	Oct 14, 2016	Miami (Doral)

Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

2018 — 1 fire violation

Apr 26, 2018 — Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Employee unlocked the iron gate. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.

Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)

2026 — 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority

Feb 6, 2026 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 5, 2026 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

2025 — 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority

Oct 23, 2025 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 17, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

2024 — 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority

Nov 18, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Jul 9, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V42 Equipment condition

Feb 5, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

2023 — 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority

Aug 29, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Feb 14, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

2022 — 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority

Sep 27, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 14, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

2021 — 4 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority

Dec 16, 2021 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 28, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Mar 24, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Jan 21, 2021 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

2020 — 8 inspections37 violations · 20 high priority

Oct 8, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 15, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 17, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 17, 2020 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 16, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V27 Correct procedures

Mar 16, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V27 Correct procedures

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 13, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V14 Food contact surfaces

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 10, 2020 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

2019 — 3 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority

Oct 11, 2019 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Mar 14, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 5, 2019 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

2018 — 2 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority

Aug 28, 2018 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Apr 26, 2018 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs

2017 — 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority

Oct 27, 2017 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs

Jan 27, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2016 — 4 inspections21 violations · 9 high priority

Dec 30, 2016 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Oct 31, 2016 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V11 Food in good condition

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 15, 2016 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Oct 14, 2016 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka last inspected?: Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 6, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka last shut down?: Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka was last shut down on October 14, 2016 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 Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka?: The most frequently cited violations at Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected.
How many health inspections has Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka had?: Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka find?: Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka was most recently inspected on February 6, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka ever been shut down?: Yes, Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?: Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?: Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
Has Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka had any fire safety violations?: Yes, Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka faced any disciplinary actions?: Yes, Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $560.00 in fines.
How much has Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka been fined?: Nueva Casa Latina Restaurant in Opa-locka has been fined a total of $560.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.