Cafeteria Miami
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
78
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Cafeteria Miami, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 25, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw eggs stored over raw bacon in reach in cooler located at cooking line. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with cooking oil stored on the floor. During the inspection employee removed item and placed it correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves has accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
78
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shells eggs stored over raw bacon in standing reach in cooler, located at preparation kitchen. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
08A-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 2 cases of can sodas stored on the floor at preparation kitchen.
08B-38-4
82
Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored on floor underneath three compartment sink. During the inspection employee removed item. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. During the routine inspection observed , the following modifications and additions to the establishment were observed: The front counter has been relocated to the take-out area. A wall has been constructed to separate the kitchen from the front counter area. Three (3) electric stoves and one (1) double fryer have been installed, along with two (2) hood systems for ventilation. An additional double standing reach-in cooler has been placed near the food preparation area. The operator has installed a new hand sink at the front counter. A coffee machine, one (1) chest freezer, and three (3) reach-in cooler units have also been added to the front counter area. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Discussed with operator and provided printed sign. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at men's and women's bathroom. Discussed with operator and provided printed sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
61
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
82
Oct 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Cooked beef held for more than 24 hours with no date marked at reach in cooler, located at front counter. As per operator food was prepared 48 hours before the inspection.
02C-02-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind the kitchen stove.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
82
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee cracked raw eggs shells, and then touched bread without changing gloves. Discussed and coached employee in proper methods. Employee discarded bread, and wash hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-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 with employee and provided email handout.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed stored plastic bag inside hand washing sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed standing reach in cooler handles soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage cup stored on top of preparation table, located at cooking line. Employee removed beverage cup. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restraints.
13-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in gaskets soiled, located cooking line.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
22-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
50
Nov 13, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Food prepared in a private home. See stop sale. Observed in reach in cooler in the lobby with containers of rice pudding made from employee home, as per operator prepared at home. Discussed with operator no food items can be cooked at home.
01A-03-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler in the kitchen since last night, as per employee. Observed butter (80F - Cold Holding) stored on top of stove. As per operator, gets taken out during peak time. Discussed time as a public health Control with the operator and provided the form.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler in the kitchen since last night, as per employee. Observed butter (80F - Cold Holding) stored on top of stove. As per operator, gets taken out during peak time.
01B-02-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler in the kitchen with ambient temperature of 51F.
14-74-7
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees keys stored at the front counter. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up at the front counter reach in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket soiled in the reach in cooler at the front counter.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed handwashing sink and mop sink with a slow drainage.
29-20-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed soy sauce and oil squeeze bottles next to oven with no name label.
02D-01-5
45
Mar 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - 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 employee Marlene Ayares, Darialbis Jaimes, without employee training they been working here for more than 60 days.
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test kit expired on 10/22
16-37-1
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
78
Aug 5, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing coffee cups inside the hand sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beef soup with no date marked stored inside standing reach in cooler located by fryers.
02C-02-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer in disrepair at the front area, no food was stored inside.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed soda cans stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafeteria Miami last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafeteria Miami on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cafeteria Miami?
Across the inspection record, “wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cafeteria Miami.
How does Cafeteria Miami compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Cafeteria Miami most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Cafeteria Miami's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafeteria Miami have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cafeteria Miami 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 Cafeteria Miami inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cafeteria Miami is inspected around three times per year on average.
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