Cayo Esquivel
Last inspected: Oct 29, 2025
37
Score
Cayo Esquivel appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. On Oct 29, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around 11 violations each.
“Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Cayo Esquivel trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice soup (130F - Hot Holding) at the steam table. As per operator, product has been there for about an hour. Operator began to reheat rice soup to correct parameters. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at the prep table located in back storage area soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed male employee washing wet wiping cloth inside hand wash sink near the three compartment sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit for three compartment sink.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle containing chlorine solution with no label in back ware washing area. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink located next to three compartment sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler with rusted shelves.
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working squeeze bottles containing sauces and oils with no labels. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent located near kitchen cook line soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board in back prep area and located across the cook line with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed male cook line employee at the cook line preparing food without a hairnet.
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap underneath back exit door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed ice scoop near front counter ice machine cracked. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
37
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scrubbing wool inside hand wash sink located in back prep area. Operator removed immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in bar area. Operator restocked. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two cutting boards located across the cook line with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed several knives stored between wall and three compartment sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils in standing water at the cook line at 74F. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in hand wash sink in back prep area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets located across the cook line soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line with soiled interior.
22-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths on top of cutting boards located across the cook line. Operator removed immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar near coffee prep area with no label. Observed squeeze bottles near cook line containing oil with no label. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
52
Jan 30, 2025
Routine - Food
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle stored inside cooked rice on steam table in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: Observed scoop with no handle stored inside cooked rice on steam table in kitchen. **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with heavy cut marks in prep table in front of cook line. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: Observed cutting board with heavy cut marks in prep table in front of cook line. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under shelves inside of walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: Observed floor soiled under shelves inside of walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of plantains stored on floor inside of walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: Observed container of plantains stored on floor inside of walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor inside of walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: Observed ice buildup on floor inside of walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves with clean pots and pans soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: Observed shelves with clean pots and pans soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of cutting board in front of cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of cutting board in front of cook line. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at coffee station. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: Observed container of sugar not labeled at coffee station. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
64
Oct 2, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked shrimp (48F - Cold Holding) inside of beer walk in cooler. As per manager for more than 4 hours.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of power steering liquid stored on shelf in front of beer walk in cooler.
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked shrimp (48F - Cold Holding) inside of beer walk in cooler. As per manager for more than 4 hours.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fish stock (132F - Hot Holding) at cook line, as per employee for less than 4 hours. Employee began to reheat product. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of household insect spray on shelf in front of walk in cooler.
41-05-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in bar area.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employee training expired for employees Yadina, Eloy, Lazaro, Eugenia.
53B-05-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle stored inside cooked rice on steam table in kitchen.
14-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with heavy cut marks in prep table in front of cook line. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed chlorine dish machine at 0ppm. Repair technician arrived during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-55-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under shelves inside of walk in cooler.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of plantains stored on floor inside of walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor inside of walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves with clean pots and pans soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Observed in-use tongs stored on garbage can handle between uses. Employee removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of cutting board in front of cook line.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at coffee station.
02D-01-5
22
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices
FL-28
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
64
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sauces at walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sauces at walk in cooler. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Observed raw shell eggs stored over sauces at walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Time Extended**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: 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. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: 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. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: 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. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Printed and provided health reporting agreement and some employees reviewed and signed. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of flan, 3 leches and créme br\005C00C3\005C00BBlée not date marked at walk in cooler. As per manager, items were prepared on previous days. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of flan, 3 leches and créme brule not date marked at walk in cooler. As per manager, items were prepared on previous days. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of vinegar stored on floor near walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of vinegar stored on floor near walk in cooler. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Observed plastic container of vinegar stored on floor near walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in cooler at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Observed no ambient thermometer at reach in cooler across from stove at cookline. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in cooler at cook line. **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler and reach in cooler at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler and reach in cooler at cook line. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
47
Jul 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sauces at walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sauces at walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: 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. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of flan, 3 leches and créme br\00C3\00BBlée not date marked at walk in cooler. As per manager, items were prepared on previous days. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of flan, 3 leches and créme brule not date marked at walk in cooler. As per manager, items were prepared on previous days. **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Time Extended**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: 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. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of vinegar stored on floor near walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of vinegar stored on floor near walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in cooler at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Observed no ambient thermometer at reach in cooler across from stove at cookline. **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler and reach in cooler at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler and reach in cooler at cook line. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
43
Jul 27, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 7 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed at front counter area. **Warning**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 flies land on slicer at preparation area. Employee washed, rinsed and sanitized slicer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sauces at walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cod batter (48F - Cold Holding); raw whitefish (48F - Cold Holding); mixed seafood (48F - Cold Holding); raw dolphin (48F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per employee, for approximately 3 hours. Observed bay scallops (50F - Cold Holding); raw fish (49F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (47F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler at cook line. As per employee, for approximately 3 hours. Employees placed bags of ice over all products. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed food employee unaware of maximum cold holding temperature. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53B-16-4
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzles soiled at front counter. Observed 3 flies land on slicer at preparation area. Employee washed, rinsed and sanitized slicer. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of flan, 3 leches and créme brûlée not date marked at walk in cooler. As per manager, items were prepared on previous days. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at preparation area. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at storage shelves across from ware washing area. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw fish stored inside reduced oxygen packaging at walk in cooler. Employee took product to walk in freezer. **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of vinegar stored on floor near walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed fly tape stored over preparation table containing slicer at preparation area near walk in cooler. **Warning**
35B-02-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler at cook line. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler and reach in cooler at cook line. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter and preparation area. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in cooler at cook line. **Warning**
05-09-4
15
Nov 14, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at the cook line water temperature at 84°F.
10-05-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand washing sink next to triple sink upfront. Observed at the
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar entrance."
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment. The establishment has chlorine test strips for the dishwasher. Missing quaternary for the triple sink.
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in the back room. The manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at the cook line.
24-05-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in the walk-in freezer. The manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the scoop handle in the ice at the front counter.
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar entrance.
31B-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles at the front counter. Observed a container with sugar next to the coffee machine not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cayo Esquivel last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cayo Esquivel on file is from Oct 29, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cayo Esquivel?
Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Cayo Esquivel.
How does Cayo Esquivel compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Cayo Esquivel most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Cayo Esquivel's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cayo Esquivel have averaged around 11 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Cayo Esquivel 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 Cayo Esquivel inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cayo Esquivel is inspected around three times per year on average.
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