Cecile Bakery Cafe

5744 Sunset Dr, South Miami, FL 33143
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
25
Score
High Risk

Inspectors have visited Cecile Bakery Cafe 14 times, with records going back to 2022. On Feb 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 13 violations per visit lately, up from roughly 11 violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled”, which has been cited seven times.

The city-wide average sits at 63, which Cecile Bakery Cafe's 25 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

14
Inspections
4
Critical latest
3
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed dishwasher rinse hands with water only after coming from outside. Inspector spoke to employee on how to properly wash hands with soap and water. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
12A-20-4
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed dishwasher walk outside twice during inspection and come back to continue working at time of inspection without washing hands. Inspector spoke to employee about proper handwashing procedures when leaving the kitchen. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-16-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed hand sanitizer stored above steam table where soups are. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed poached eggs (undercooked) stored above cucumbers in walk in cooler. Operator corrected during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife racks.
22-31-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled bottles under table across steam table.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled during inspection. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed coffee cup on top of cooler across cook line. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed plate of employee food stored on dish machine.
12B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of sauce and apple juice on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on cook line. Chef had tongs removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink at kitchen entrance. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
25
Sep 16, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 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 salmon in walk in cooler. Operator corrected order during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed server wash hands with water and no soap. Inspector went over hand washing with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-20-4
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wash hands with no soap, then dry hands on apron. Inspector went over hand washing with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-28-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed none test kit for chlorine sanitizer.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed none at hand sink in kitchen. Operator brought over towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed knife magnet soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed none at hand sink in kitchen. Operator brought soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed soiled exterior. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed coffee cup on front counter shove to go boxes and to go orders. Operator discarded coffee cup. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee with earbud on cook line. Observed multiple bracelets on employees in kitchen.
13-07-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in men's restroom.
36-22-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster. Inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed none copy on site.
51-18-6
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand sink. Inspector provided sign via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
36-27-5
26
May 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed at front counter pastries with no over head protection from glass bulb above. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-21: Observed at front counter pastries with no over head protection from glass bulb above; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-20: Observed at front counter pastries with no over head protection from glass bulb above; at callback. **Time Extended**
08B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish storage racks. Observed under prep table next to cook line where food and dishes are held. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-21: Observed on dry food and dish storage racks. Observed under prep table next to cook line where food and dishes are held; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-20: Observed on dry food and dish storage racks. Observed under prep table next to cook line where food and dishes are held; at callback. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-21: Observed throughout kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-20: Observed throughout kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers and freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-21: Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers and freezer; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-20: Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers and freezer; at callback. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
70
Mar 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed at front counter pastries with no over head protection from glass bulb above. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-21: Observed at front counter pastries with no over head protection from glass bulb above; at callback. **Time Extended**
08B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed variety cooked eggs not marked on menu; undercooked. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-21: Observed variety cooked eggs not marked on menu; undercooked. **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish storage racks. Observed under prep table next to cook line where food and dishes are held. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-21: Observed on dry food and dish storage racks. Observed under prep table next to cook line where food and dishes are held; at callback. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-21: Observed throughout kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers and freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-21: Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers and freezer; at callback. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
64
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 live flies in kitchen area, on cutting board and walls. Operator moved cutting board to be washed, rinsed and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed at front counter pastries with no over head protection from glass bulb above. **Warning**
08B-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed knife magnet soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed upon kitchen entry hand sink used to hold Tupperware. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed variety cooked eggs not marked on menu; undercooked. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan for poached eggs, quiche, potato strings; inspector provided form via email. **Warning**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish storage racks. Observed under prep table next to cook line where food and dishes are held. **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board grooved on wall in prep area next to cook line. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food Tupperware in cooler at counter with sodas for customers. Operator moved for proper segregation. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee water bottle above prep line across cook line. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed two cases of food on floor in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster on site; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers and freezer. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean containers in warewash and in walk in cooler. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop on floor next to sink. **Warning**
42-01-4
27
Jan 21, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep area butter (58F - Cold Holding). As per operator for 2 hours. Operator placed into reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: At time of callback inspection observed at prep area butter (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator for 1 hour. Operator placed onto ice. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in walk in cooler, raw chicken breast stored over raw smoked salmon. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: At time of callback inspection back inspection still observed raw chicken stored over raw smoked salmon. **Time Extended**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. 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 for manager on duty Karine Malifarge. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: At time of callback inspection observed no certified food manager certification available for any employee. **Admin Complaint**
53A-04-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ Observed 5 employees engaging in food and drink preparation with no certified food manager present. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: At time of callback inspection still observed no certified food manager present with 5 employees engaging in food preparation. **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine in kitchen as well as at front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing above walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceilings and vents throughout establishment soiled with dust build up. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled with grease, dust and old food residue behind equipment and coolers throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest reach in freezer at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan at prep area soiled with dust build up. Observed light fixtures in kitchen soiled with dust build up. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: At time of callback inspection still observed. **Time Extended**
36-50-4
45
Nov 19, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep area butter (58F - Cold Holding). As per operator for 2 hours. Operator placed into reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in walk in cooler, raw chicken breast stored over raw smoked salmon. **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. 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 for manager on duty Karine Malifarge. **Warning**
53A-04-6
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/ Observed 5 employees engaging in food and drink preparation with no certified food manager present. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine in kitchen as well as at front counter. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing above walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceilings and vents throughout establishment soiled with dust build up. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled with grease, dust and old food residue behind equipment and coolers throughout kitchen. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at walk in cooler entrance, boxes of oranges and potatoes stored on floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest reach in freezer at cook line. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan at prep area soiled with dust build up. Observed light fixtures in kitchen soiled with dust build up. **Warning**
36-50-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
41
Jun 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (60 F - Cold Holding) at preparation table. As per operator for 30 minutes. Operator moved the the bottom part of the reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-17: Observed butter (70 F -cooling) as per operator as refilled 5 minutes ago. **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed thermometer at reach in cooler at 80 F . Internal temperature of the cooler 40F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-17: Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed thermometer at reach in cooler at 80 F . Internal temperature of the cooler 40F. **Time Extended**
05-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels at preparation table kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-17: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels at preparation table kitchen area. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-17: labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Time Extended**
16-46-4
70
Apr 16, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (60 F - Cold Holding) at preparation table. As per operator for 30 minutes. Operator moved the the bottom part of the reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw salmon at walk-in cooler. Operator was informed that the raw chicken need to be at the bottom part. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shells eggs stored over cheese and tomatoes soup at reach in cooler. And salmon stored over lettuce at drawers reach in cooler. Operator moved the eggs to the bottom part. And moved the salmon to the bottom part of the refrigerator. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed thermometer at reach in cooler at 80° F . Internal temperature of the cooler 40°F. **Warning**
05-05-4
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed six employee certificates by Efloodtrainer with ANSI. **Warning**
53B-03-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two tongs on oven door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers at storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels at preparation table kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-12-4
41
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white liquid egg (66 F - Cold Holding) at preparation table. As per operator for less than one hour. And butter (77 F - Cold Holding) at shelf preparation area. As per operator for for less than two hours. Operator moved the liquid egg and the butter to the reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed white liquid egg (64 F - Cooling) at preparation table. As per operator for less than one hour. And butter (77 F - Cooling) at shelf preparation area. As per operator for for less than two hours. **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees at front counter area preparing food with no hair restraints. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing at storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed light shield missing at storage area. **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck on containers at reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed old labels stuck on containers at walk in cooler. **Warning** **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed shelves soiled and rusted at walk-in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed shelves soiled and rusted at walk-in cooler. **Time Extended**
36-52-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping on cutting board preparation area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed several wet wiping on cutting board preparation area. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
67
Nov 8, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 7 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0 ppm). Technician reviewed and repaired the dishwasher machine. Final chlorine concentration 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touched her face with glove on and touched ready to eat food. The operator was coached and she discarded the glove, washed her hand and put new gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-10-4
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil inside of water at 77°F. Operator moved the utensil. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-05-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shells eggs stored on the top of butternut soup at reach in cooler. Operator relocated the shells eggs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white liquid egg (66 F - Cold Holding) at preparation table. As per operator for less than one hour. And butter (77 F - Cold Holding) at shelf preparation area. As per operator for for less than two hours. Operator moved the liquid egg and the butter to the reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed operator washed glasses inside of hand wash sink. And hand wash sink located at coffee station used to dump juices, coffee, etc. Operators were advised that the hand wash sink is only for hands. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
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/ Observed ten employees with no currently certified food manager on duty. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-05-6
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 - No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed ten employees hired more than 60 days and only one employee training certificate. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed shells eggs, and box with orange stored on floor at walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator put on the hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeezes bottles with sauces not identified by common name at preparation area. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping on cutting board preparation area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pans and pots not stored inverted at shelves located behind dishwasher machine. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed shelves soiled and rusted at walk-in cooler. **Warning**
36-52-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck on containers at reach in cooler. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves under preparation table. **Warning**
14-05-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing at storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed the towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed three tongs stored on oven door. Operator moved the tongs to the hot water container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice front counter. Operator removed the handle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container without handle inside of cooked rice at reach in cooler. The plastic container was removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
12
May 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed staff put in new gloves without washing the hands. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: Observed staff put in new gloves without washing the hands. **Time Extended**
12A-07-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Cooked cleaned gloves with water. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: Observed staff did not clean the hands during the inspection **Time Extended**
12A-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Person in charge could not name the big Six food borne illnesses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: Observed Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Person in charge could not name the big Six food borne illnesses. **Time Extended**
53A-14-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: Observed Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary chemical test strips **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: Observed no quaternary chemical test strips **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: Observed 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/ **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: Observed three staff of 8 working have the food handling training done with Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association.. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the front counter hand wash sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: Observed no soap at the front counter hand wash sink **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed a ceiling tile missing at the storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: Observed a ceiling tile missing at the storage area. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed oil stored on the floor at the kitchen area. Observed hibiscus sauce and oranges stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: Observed oranges being stored on the floor of the walk in cooler **Time Extended**
08B-47-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: Observed In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed the ceiling lamp of the storage area without a shield **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: Observed the ceiling lamp of the storage area without a shield **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service bowls stored on the top self of the storage area not inverted or protected. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: Observed single service bowls stored on the top self of the storage area not inverted or protected. **Time Extended**
25-06-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed a soiled cloth being used at the hot kitchen area. Cooked used it to wipe clean the cutting board of the hot kitchen reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: Observed a soiled cloth being used at the hot kitchen area. **Time Extended**
21-10-4
30
Mar 22, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 8 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed staff put in new gloves without washing the hands. **Warning**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Cooked cleaned gloves with water. **Warning**
12A-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the hand wash sink located by the coffee station used to dump juices, milk, coffee . Observed the dishwashing area hand wash sink used to thaw fruits. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary chemical test strips **Warning**
16-37-1
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/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the front counter hand wash sink **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Person in charge could not name the big Six food borne illnesses. **Warning**
53A-14-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed oil stored on the floor at the kitchen area. Observed hibiscus sauce and oranges stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone at the front counter Bread/cleaning glass station **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed a ceiling tile missing at the storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in the kitchen reach in cooler quinoa container, a plastic cup without handle used as scoop. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service bowls stored on the top self of the storage area not inverted or protected. **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed a soiled cloth being used at the hot kitchen area. Cooked used it to wipe clean the cutting board of the hot kitchen reach in cooler. **Warning**
21-10-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fruits being thawed at room temperature inside the dishwashing hand wash sink **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Warning**
14-73-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed the ceiling lamp of the storage area without a shield **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoop stored at the hot kitchen in standing water . Water temperature 82F **Warning**
10-07-4
18
Aug 23, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at the kitchen reach in cooler pooled eggs (50F - Cold Holding); cooked mushroom (46F - Cold Holding). Per operator less than an hour and a half Operator closed the top cover. Per operator food items are sold in less than three hours.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs stored at room temperature. Ambient temp at the kitchen area 83F
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the front counter and the kitchen hand wash sink inaccessible. The front counter had two bottles stored in it and the kitchen has a cutting tray over it. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the service hand wash sink used to dump juices and coffee left in glasses.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Quaternary chemical test strips. Operator does have the chlorine chemical test stripe. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in the salad with oats and rice at the hot kitchen reach in cooler a plastic cup without handle used as scoop.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed a missing tile at the storage area. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife stored between the two reach in coolers of the kitchen
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed no plastic shield at the light located at the storage area
38-07-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cecile Bakery Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cecile Bakery Cafe on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cecile Bakery Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Cecile Bakery Cafe.

How does Cecile Bakery Cafe compare to other restaurants in South Miami?

Cecile Bakery Cafe most recently scored 25 out of 100, which is lower than the South Miami average of 63.

Has Cecile Bakery Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Cecile Bakery Cafe have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly 11 earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Cecile Bakery Cafe 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 Cecile Bakery Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cecile Bakery Cafe is inspected around four times per year on average.