Cafe Ruyi
Last inspected: Dec 4, 2025
50
Score
Public records show six inspections at Cafe Ruyi stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 4, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around six violations to closer to 12 violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “food stored on floor” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Cafe Ruyi trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken on top raw pork inside walk in cooler. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink. Water temp 73F, Manager turned on hot water during inspection, 2nd- water temp 104F. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor inside walk in cooler soiled with food residue.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer next to walk in cooler.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food residue inside microwave, manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed incorrect handwashing sign at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket with soy sauce being stored on the floor next to prep station. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
50
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at customers bathroom. Manager provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed plastic container with cooked chicken wings not dated inside walk in cooler. As per manager 32 hours ago. Manager dated product during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed on the ground cardboard, plastic wraps, paper wraps, glass bottles around dumpster area.
33-19-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
10-17-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with food debris , employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler across the oven.
05-09-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris across from oven.
22-16-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry towel next to frying station. Manager removed and discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
21-10-4
Basic - Walking or driving surfaces not maintained. Observed pot holes around front parking area.
33-32-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handle soiled with grease. Employee cleaned properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with water marks at pick up window area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with cut marks. Next to reach in freezer in dry storage area. Manager discarded cutting board during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with soy sauce being stored on the floor next to walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
45
Oct 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed egg rolls inside plastic container not protected behind cook-line . Manager discarded product during inspection.
08B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with alcohol not labeled behind service window.
41-17-4
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.
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/ Observed manager certification expired -Guozhong Deng 05-05-2024 **Warning**
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with water marks at front counter area .
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting grooves on white cutting board behind oven . Manager discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw beef inside clean container being stored on the floor next to oven. Manager removed and stored it properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of reach in cooler soiled with food debris behind service window .
23-03-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed at front counter.
25-02-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
39
Feb 1, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored above raw vegetables located in the walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken with raw beef located in the chest freezer by the walk-in cooler.
08A-17-6
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed for buckets containing cooked ham located in the walk-in cooler, buckets containing sauces located opposite the cookline.
08B-47-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed by the 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed for bucket containing diced ham located in the walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
55
Jun 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
26
Nov 3, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed sodas stored on floor **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-03: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-03: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafe Ruyi last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafe Ruyi on file is from Dec 4, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cafe Ruyi?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cafe Ruyi.
How does Cafe Ruyi compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Cafe Ruyi most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Cafe Ruyi's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Cafe Ruyi have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Cafe Ruyi means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Cafe Ruyi inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe Ruyi is inspected around two times per year on average.
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