District Cafe
Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited District Cafe eight times, with records going back to 2022. District Cafe was last inspected on Feb 27, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.
“Employee personal items stored” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Among Miami restaurants, the typical score is 74; District Cafe is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 27, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
90
Dec 19, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on front line: oatmeal (112F - Hot Holding); cooked potato (112F - Hot Holding). As per operator food has been there less than 4 hours prior to inspection, but breakfast is over and food is being replaced voluntarily. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
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 form via email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on dry storage for clean dishes.
22-31-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone stored on rice bin. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ice machine air vent soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler at front counter under toaster.
23-03-4
64
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone on top of the prep table. Employee put cellphone away. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
82
Mar 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
58
Nov 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Dish detergent stored in sanitizer bucket not labeled.
41-10-4
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Upright freezer not working. Ambient temperature 56F. Freezer emptied of food prior to inspection and placed in upright cooler.
14-11-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal cup stored on shelf next to equipment under prep table that holds microwave. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. 2 wet mops stored inside mop musket next to utility sink.
42-01-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing- sliced plantains 27F thawing in prep sink with no running water.
06-01-5
52
Mar 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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.
11-07-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pans not properly air-dried - wet nesting under the prep table.
24-08-4
78
Aug 24, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham croquettes (90F - Hot Holding); cheese croquettes (99F - Hot Holding) inside front counter hot box, as per operator has been there approximately 30 minutes. Operator returned to the stove and reheated to 180F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on top of front counter net to carry on containers. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Standing gasket soiled.
23-03-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was District Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at District Cafe on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at District Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “employee personal items stored” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at District Cafe.
How does District Cafe compare to other restaurants in Miami?
District Cafe most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has District Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at District Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at District Cafe 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 District Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, District Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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