Compass Rose Cafe

28790 Sw 217 Ave, Homestead, FL 33030

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025

Score

High Risk

Public records show four inspections at Compass Rose Cafe stretching back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 19, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around nine violations each, up from closer to six violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, which has been cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Homestead restaurant, which scores around 70. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 19, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 200ppm). Manager reset Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm). **Corrected On-Site**

41-18-4

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed container of Clorox and degreaser store with food spices across the three compartment sink. Operator stored chemicals properly. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shells eggs stored above container of milk , potatoes, cooked pasta. Manager stored products properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked by shelves with spices.

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink used as plates and utensils storage. Manager stored plates and utensils properly. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handwash sink interior soiled with food debris.

23-03-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored at prep table and reach in cooler vegetables.

21-12-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board has cut marks at reach in cooler vegetables. Manager flipped cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**

14-09-4

Dec 12, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed no sanitizer of any kind. Operator bought chlorine. **Corrected On-Site**

22-45-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Chicken (121F - Hot Holding); Chicken (90F - Hot Holding); on stove. As per operator, they were cooked less than 3 hours ago. Operator began reheating items. Final reading for the chicken was 168F. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed CFM unable to answer sanitation question.

53A-10-4

Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Employee was not able to answer how to sanitize utensils.

53B-15-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed aluminum pan stored inside hand sink.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator bought chlorine. **Corrected On-Site**

22-38-5

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed tongs stored in metal container not inverted at stove.

25-06-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service to go boxes stored on floor

25-05-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. **Repeat Violation**

50-04-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at white cutting board.

14-09-4

Mar 26, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Jul 28, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Compass Rose Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Compass Rose Cafe on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Compass Rose Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Compass Rose Cafe.

How does Compass Rose Cafe compare to other restaurants in Homestead?

Compass Rose Cafe most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.

Has Compass Rose Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Compass Rose Cafe have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Compass Rose 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 Compass Rose Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Compass Rose Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.

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