Cafeteria Donde Vicky
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
33
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Cafeteria Donde Vicky, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 5, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Cafeteria Donde Vicky on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
3
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed oranges used for freshly squeezed orange juice stored in non food grade bags inside reach in cooler in front area. Per operator, the oranges come in crates, are washed and place in food grade bags ready for use.
14-31-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink located next to 3 compartment sink at the back.
29-42-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizing bucket over Chlorine 200ppm. Employee diluted with water. 2nd test Chlorine 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Observed probe thermometer not working at the time of inspection.
05-03-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at handwash sink in front area.
27-16-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cups being used as scoops for the rice and sugar.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in prep kitchen and front kitchen area.
36-37-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding attaching missing on one end of 3 compartment sink
36-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at the bottom of the door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic 36 gallon of oil stored on the kitchen floor. Employee removed and placed it on the shelves. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Missing for the smaller dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
33
Sep 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket at 200ppm at warewashing area. Manager diluted with a final reading of 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cutting board on top of handwashing sink at prep area. Manager removed cutting board.
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen and prep area not smooth and easily cleaned.
36-37-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket at reach in cooler at front counter soiled with mod like substance. Employee cleaned gaskets during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves at reach in cooler at prep area rusting and pitting.
14-33-4
67
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
95
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed sweet potatoes inside thank you bags at reach cooler in the kitchen. Manager removed sweet potatoes from bag. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent near the 3 compartment sink soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging with food with no hair restraint. **Repeat Violation**
13-02-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed oil buckets not stored 6 inches off of the floor across from 3 compartment sink.
08B-47-4
74
Aug 16, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
41
Feb 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw meat in upright freezer.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled at three compartment sink.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. At time of inspection
16-37-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in upright coolers and freezers soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed bottom of upright freezer soiled with food debris.
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed meat thawing in the three compartment sink at 43F. Person in charged placed meat back in refrigerator.
06-01-5
58
Aug 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit available at the time of inspection. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates ready to be used not stored inverted by three compartment sink.
24-05-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees and operator not wearing a hair net while handling food. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers stored in the floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled with food debris in prep area. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach ins soiled at prep area.
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing out at 51°F ambient temperature. As per manager less than 1 hour. Manager moved chicken to reach in cooler.
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled throughout the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not hung to dry next to three compartment sink. Manager set them to air dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafeteria Donde Vicky last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafeteria Donde Vicky on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cafeteria Donde Vicky?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cafeteria Donde Vicky.
How does Cafeteria Donde Vicky compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Cafeteria Donde Vicky most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Cafeteria Donde Vicky's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafeteria Donde Vicky have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Cafeteria Donde Vicky 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 Cafeteria Donde Vicky inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cafeteria Donde Vicky is inspected around two times per year on average.
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