LA PIZZA 1789

Name: LA PIZZA 1789
Address: 5840 SW 71 ST, MIAMI, FL, 33143, US
Rating: 0

5840 SW 71 ST, MIAMI, FL 33143

License #2335408

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LA PIZZA 1789 in MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 0 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 11 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on April 8, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 129 total violations — 28 critical, 36 major, 65 minor.

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Imported observations

129

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Call Back - Complied
[16-21-4] Observed exterior of dishwasher machine soiled.
[14-33-4] Observed reach in cooler shelves with rust located across the cook line
[14-20-4] Observed on prep tables next to cooler and dish machine.
[29-42-4] Observed splitter; no breaker at the mop sink.
[22-02-4] Observed can opener blade with heavy soiled
[22-31-4] Observed on dry dish and food racks surface with rust.

Call Back - Extension given, pending
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee cup stored on dry food rack across warewash area.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in across cook line with torn gasket.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed Alfredo and arugula on floor of walk in cooler.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed broken tiles on wall at kitchen entrance.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster; inspector provided via email.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout establishment.
[41-07-4] Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed vitamins stored on rack with seasoning and to go containers in kitchen area.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired; 10/25.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed wonders stored under pizza prep station on same shelf as single service items. Observed chemical stored on rack above to go bags.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker.
[11-27-4] Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener.
[53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no food manager certificate for any employees. Brenda, Dominique and Francesca.
[53B-01-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for any employees, Brenda, Francesca and Dominique.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food racks.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple sauces and pastas already prepared more than 24 hours with no mark in walk in cooler.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed surface spray with no label.

Administrative complaint recommended
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at front counter used as storage for soap bucket. Operator moved during inspection.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple sauces and pastas already prepared more than 24 hours with no mark in walk in cooler.
[03A-03-5] Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed eggs on top of prep table; not in use.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in across cook line with torn gasket.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled at time of inspection.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee cup stored on dry food rack across warewash area.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed broken tiles on wall at kitchen entrance.
[35A-03-4] Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches inside of dish machine. Observed 2 dead roaches on top of dish machine; located in kitchen area. Observed 3 dead roaches under dish machine in kitchen area.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed surface spray with no label.
[53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no food manager certificate for any employees. Brenda, Dominique and Francesca.
[11-27-4] Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired; 10/25.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed Alfredo and arugula on floor of walk in cooler.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster; inspector provided via email.

Warning Issued
[09-01-4] Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee prepare to garnish pizza with fresh basil with bare hands. Inspector intervened and employee tossed basil, washed hands, and garnished with gloved hands.
[35A-05-4] Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach wall crawling next to cook line.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop on floor in kitchen.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter at mop sink; no breaker for both.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pesto sauce (56F - Cold Holding) at front counter. As per operator, it's made from scratch with TCS ingredients and was made 4 days prior.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed at entrance; containers of tomato sauce on floor. Observed multiple cases of oil on floor in kitchen. Observed in walk in freezer; heavy cream on floor.
[14-15-4] Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed in reach in freezer at pizza line garlic rolls inside black trash bags.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area.
[53B-01-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training on site for most employees; Brenda, Dominique, Alonzo, Lily, Ethan.
[38-01-4] Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed missing shield above dishwasher area.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink at pizza line.
[50-09-4] Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed at time of inspection.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish storage racks above.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed on rack with to go bags at front counter.
[01B-03-5] Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed employee prepare to garnish pizza with fresh basil with bare hands. Inspector intervened and employee tossed basil, washed hands, and garnished with gloved hands.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee water bottles on dry storage racks above; above dishes and dry food.
[14-20-4] Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed in kitchen area.

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