Cozy Corner
Last inspected: Nov 3, 2025
39
Score
Cozy Corner has been inspected nine times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 3, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around 12 violations compared to roughly 14 violations earlier on.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Miami Springs restaurant, which scores around 78. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
12
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 3, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bacon (45 F - Cold Holding); liquid eggs (46 F - Cold Holding) on prep table in kitchen. As per employee foods have been outside for 2 hours. Employee put bacon inside Walk in cooler and placed ice under liquid eggs container for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on reach in cooler in kitchen.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed aluminum container stored inside hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator removed container from sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Employee cleaned DM exterior. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean aluminum pots stored on kitchen floor. Employee removed pots from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
24-26-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile broken in kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside black reach in freezer by Walk in cooler.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed knives and spatulas in standing water at 90°F on prep table in kitchen.
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior on shelf over steam table in kitchen.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled surface under steam table in kitchen. Also, observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled by Walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed potatoes container uncovered inside Walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken and raw beef thawing in standing water in three compartment sink. Employee put both under running water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed black dust on walls around DM.
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking under three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
39
Oct 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee washing hands with cold water.
12A-19-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed aluminum container stored inside hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator removed container from sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank unsecured inside kitchen.
51-11-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board in kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light missing shield inside Walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled black reach in freezer gaskets in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket by clean cutting board and margarine bar on prep table in kitchen. Operator stored bucket correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed baked potatoes container uncovered inside Walk in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw ground beef thawing in standing water in three compartment sink. Operator put ground beef under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking under three compartment sink.
29-11-4
47
Mar 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
55
Sep 26, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 6 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed plastic containers with soap being stored next to can foods at dry storage. Manager removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed supermarket bags with chicken being stored inside walk in freezer .
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef on top of cooked lasagna inside reach in cooler , manager removed and stored food properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board at preparation table across oven. Manager discarded it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not available for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing missing sink drain pipe at kitchen area. Manager contacted plumber during inspection, service was scheduled for same day.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled towels inside handwashing sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front counter handwashing sink. Employee provided paper towels at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed cook not being able to answer proper cooking temperature.
53B-15-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
36-06-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris across from front handwashing sink, Also observed soiled reach in coolers through out kitchen area.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted at service window. Employee inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cut ham , shredded cheese in metal containers inside walk in cooler not covered , manager covered food during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed soiled wet towels on top preparation table , employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
21-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed metal container with flour on top preparation table not labeled.
02D-01-5
18
May 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
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 touching pants and touching clean plates without changing gloves and washing hands. Operator was trained by Inspector how to wash hands properly. Employee changed gloves and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade on prep table inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Employee cleaned DM Exterior. **Corrected On-Site**
16-21-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank not secured by reach in cooler inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean container stored on kitchen floor. Employee removed container from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
24-26-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Operator put a hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed potatoes container stored on Walk in cooler floor. Operator removed container from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets under cakes gaskets at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked onion and bacon containers uncovered inside Walk in cooler. Operator covered containers. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw ground beef, and vegetables thawing in standing water inside three compartment sink. Employee started to prepare both products. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
47
Nov 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired since October 1st, 2023.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade on prep table inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside seasoned salt on shelf inside dry storage. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank not secured by soda machine inside kitchen.
51-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on reach in cooler by window. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic containers stored on dry storage floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside Walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 90°F on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets by steam table inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. Operator put towels inside bucket with sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
50
Apr 28, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
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 salmon inside kitchen. Operator cut the bags. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all white cutting boars on prep table inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled Walk in cooler fan cover. Also, observed soiled reach in cooler where desserts are located. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
58
Jan 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
55
Jul 11, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed Soiled cutting boards on reach in cooler, and steam table inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed towels stored inside hand wash sink inside kitchen. Employee removed towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks not secured inside AC UNIT room.
51-11-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed inside soda machine at front counter. Employee stored scoop correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside microwave on shelf over steam table inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside reach in cooler by steam table inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef thawing at room temperature inside three compartment sink. Employee removed beef to Walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on prep table inside kitchen. Employee stored towel inside bucket with sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cozy Corner last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cozy Corner on file is from Nov 3, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cozy Corner?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Cozy Corner.
How does Cozy Corner compare to other restaurants in Miami Springs?
Cozy Corner most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Springs average of 78.
Has Cozy Corner's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Cozy Corner have averaged around 12 violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Cozy Corner 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 Cozy Corner inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cozy Corner is inspected around three times per year on average.
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