Ely's Coffee Shop

3641 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33133

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Ely's Coffee Shop has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 26, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

Across the inspection history, “employee with no hair restraint while engaging” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Ely's Coffee Shop's latest score of 86 sits above the Miami average of 74. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 26, 2026

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator placed hat. **Corrected On-Site**

13-03-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at lobby chest reach in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets at reach in coolers soiled.

23-03-4

Aug 18, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed for containers of marinating beef, sliced ham and croissant sandwiches at reach in cooler.

02C-02-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at lobby ice cream chest reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed paper plates at hot box not inverted. Operator inverted. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at lobby storage closet.

42-01-4

Feb 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Aug 8, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at display case cooler hotdog (46F - Cold Holding); ham and cheese sandwich (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator for about 2 hours. Operator removed items and placed in reach in freezer to rapid cool. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in lobby ice cream reach in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers soiled. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Mar 27, 2024

Routine - Food

7 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Dec 19, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 13, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed operator handled cash then handled clean equipment ( tongs and wrapper) without washing hands. **Warning**

12A-13-4

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. **Warning**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed wiping cloth stored in hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for Sally T , as per operator working at the establishment for more than 2 months **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the prep counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

21-12-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the kitchen. **Warning**

36-34-5

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

13-03-4

May 22, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Aug 18, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ely's Coffee Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ely's Coffee Shop on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ely's Coffee Shop?

Across the inspection record, “employee with no hair restraint while engaging” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ely's Coffee Shop.

How does Ely's Coffee Shop compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Ely's Coffee Shop most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Ely's Coffee Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ely's Coffee Shop have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ely's Coffee Shop 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 Ely's Coffee Shop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ely's Coffee Shop is inspected around three times per year on average.

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