Caffe Italia
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
74
Score
Across the available record, Caffe Italia has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles”, which has been cited three times.
Among Miami restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Employee cleaned the machine while conducting the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Gaskets need a deep cleaning..
23-24-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed at storage area.
08B-47-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at dishwashing area and storage area.
36-24-5
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized.
33-34-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
74
Sep 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Operator fixed the faucet.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
27-06-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored.
25-05-4
58
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
70
Aug 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
05-13-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Kitchen.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Three compartment sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Cook line.
21-12-4
70
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
70
Sep 15, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 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.
11-27-4
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. Form provided while conducting inspection.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Chef took it to the three compartment. soiled. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Kitchen.
14-33-4
64
Apr 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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/
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on fan at dishwashing area.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. At dishwashing area leaking water from ceiling due to heavy rain.
36-32-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Shoes on front counter.
40-06-5
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Cook line.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Several containers with meat, seafood not covered at walk in cooler.
08B-12-5
58
Jul 20, 2022
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Walk in cooler fan vents soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Caffe Italia last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Caffe Italia on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Caffe Italia?
Across the inspection record, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Caffe Italia.
How does Caffe Italia compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Caffe Italia most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miami average of 74.
Has Caffe Italia's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Caffe Italia have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Caffe Italia means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Caffe Italia inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Caffe Italia is inspected around two times per year on average.
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