Classic Caterers

5301 Nw 23 Ave, Miami, FL 33142

Catering

Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Classic Caterers appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 4, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up five times.

Classic Caterers' latest score of 90 sits above the Miami average of 74. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 4, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler.

23-03-4

Sep 5, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards. **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

14-17-4

May 7, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in walk in freezer and in reach in freezers in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in freezer at dry storage area.

23-03-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside walk in freezer.

14-17-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards on drying rack next to dish machine.

14-09-4

Jul 23, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Mar 13, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed air purification filter soiled with dust.

23-03-4

Jan 11, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. At the time of the inspection chef washed, rinsed and sanitized can opener blade. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of reach in freezer in dry storage with ice build up/ soiled.

23-03-4

Jun 13, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 10, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Aug 31, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood vents and exterior of oven located at kitchen area. Operator began cleaning both items. **Corrective Action Taken**

23-03-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking at sink across from cook line.

29-11-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Classic Caterers last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Classic Caterers on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Classic Caterers?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Classic Caterers.

How does Classic Caterers compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Classic Caterers most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Classic Caterers' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Classic Caterers have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Classic Caterers 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 Classic Caterers inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Classic Caterers is inspected around three times per year on average.

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