Albas Cafe and Restaurant
Last inspected: Dec 10, 2025
82
Score
Inspectors have visited Albas Cafe and Restaurant 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 10, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
“No paper towels” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Miami restaurant scores 74. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Inspection History
Dec 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Unisex restroom and by the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Walk in cooler: case of limes stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
82
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Stand up reach in cooler inside kitchen: raw chicken stored above sauces. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout for the proper storage of food. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Kitchen area.
22-12-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Walk in cooler: cooked rice (55F - Cooling). As per operator, prepared the yesterday and stored inside the walk in cooler overnight.
01B-36-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in cooler: cooked rice (55F - Cooling). As per operator, prepared the yesterday and stored inside the walk in cooler overnight. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout for handout for proper cooling methods. Operator discarded.
03D-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Men restroom and kitchen handwashing sink by the ice machine **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk in cooler.
23-24-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler inside kitchen the kitchen not working.
14-11-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Men restroom.
36-24-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk cooler fan guard soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Employee restroom, toilet seat missing.
32-05-4
35
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Walk in cooler: raw whole fish stored above plastic bottles of water. Discussed with the only and provided the hand out for the proper storage of food. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-11-5
Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Employee restroom in the kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
32-11-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen, handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers inside the walk in cooler soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
67
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
64
Dec 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
82
Oct 19, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - 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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Servsafe, Alba Luz Ochoa, expired 05/12/23.
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Discussed with the operator and provided the form. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. By the ice machine in the kitchen area.
31B-06-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. All freezers.
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside the ice machine in the kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan guards inside the walk in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
52
Apr 10, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - Observed the back door is open, no screen on the bar door. Discussed with the operator, operator closed the door during the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: No screen on the bar door. Main door is closed at the time of the callback inspection. **Time Extended**
35B-09-4
82
Apr 5, 2023
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Walk in cooler: case of raw shell eggs stored above a case of plantains. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout for the proper storage of food.
08A-04-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Prep table in front of the cookline: raw shell eggs (66-70F - ambient, operator not sure what time the raw shell eggs were placed on the prep table) **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Prep table in front of the cookline: raw shell eggs (66-69F - ambient, operator not sure what time the raw shell eggs were placed on the prep table.)
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline: cooked rice (88F - Hot Holding); cooked beans (96F - Hot Holding). As per operator cooked in the morning, not sure of the time. **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Walk in cooler: raw whole fish stored on a shelf above bottles of water. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout for the proper storage of food.
08A-11-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen, by the cookline. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - Observed the back door is open, no screen on the bar door. Discussed with the operator, operator closed the door during the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
35B-09-4
33
Mar 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Kitchen, prep table in front of the cook line: raw shelled eggs (52F - ambient temperature ). As per operator, placed on the table 45 minutes before the inspection. Observed operator place all raw shell eggs inside a container with ice. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout for the Big 6 foodborne illnesses. **Corrected On-Site**
11-07-5
Intermediate - 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. Discussed the methods and provided the operator with the handout for Clean-up. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine l
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen and front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Two chest reach in freezers by the walk in cooler.
14-69-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
50
Aug 3, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Walk in cooler: raw shell eggs stored above bell peppers and cabbage. Discussed with operator and provided the form for proper storage of food. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Inspector discussed with the operator and pro the form for the Big 6 by email. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen, by the cook line: purse inside the hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen, by the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. By the cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Albas Cafe and Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Albas Cafe and Restaurant on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Albas Cafe and Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Albas Cafe and Restaurant.
How does Albas Cafe and Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Albas Cafe and Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Albas Cafe and Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Albas Cafe and Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Albas Cafe and Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Albas Cafe and Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Albas Cafe and Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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