Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar

247 - 249 E Flagler St, Miami, FL 33131
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar has 11 inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 29, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly three violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited three times.

Among Miami restaurants, the typical score is 74; Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed bottles of vitamins and food preparation area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-04-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Around toaster area.
36-27-5
86
Aug 22, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pasta 60 f chicken 55 f Ham 54 f cheese 57 f spinach 54 f mushrooms 50 f **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance , kitchen can opener. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
78
Jul 8, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese at 56 f butter 57 f tomato,avocado 53 f lettuce 59 f food Preparation line, Reach in cooler next to Food prep area, arugula 54 f tuna 57 f 49 f **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Kitchen can opener.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Dishroom facility.
24-05-4
67
Sep 25, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
05-13-5
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Clean all soil kitchen shelves throughout.
23-03-4
61
Jul 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
61
Jan 8, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind kitchen oven.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Vulcan oven.
22-08-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. **Repeat Violation**
21-10-4
74
Sep 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
50
Feb 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food items off temperature less than 2 hours as per kitchen supervisor. Lettuce 47 f tuna salad 45 f Arugula 46 f cheese 51 f ham 52 f kitchen Supervisor applied ice on the product to lower the temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed Encrusted food debris inside kitchen can opener. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 47 seats in the establishment hotel and restaurant license says 28 **Repeat Violation**
51-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath cook line.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of blue berries on kitchen floor next to Avantco cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Kitchen hood.
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed kitchen hand washing sink Pipe not attached to drain.
29-07-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed kitchen oven with accumulation of grease inside.
22-08-4
43
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar.

How does Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar 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 Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.