Epy Cafe
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
74
Score
Across the available record, Epy Cafe has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 29, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
Across the inspection history, “ceiling not smooth” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded nine times.
Among North Bay Village restaurants, the typical score is 69; Epy Cafe is comfortably above that bar. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container lids stored inside of hand wash sink in kitchen.
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of white single door reach in freezer and white chest freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hoof filter soiled with grease.
23-03-4
74
Jul 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. Employee provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of single door reach in freezer.
14-69-4
82
Jan 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezers. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
90
Oct 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer under microwave. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer under microwave. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed hood filters soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
86
Aug 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 soiled containers and soiled spoon stored inside of hand wash sink. Operator removed items from hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee food handlers training expired for Vanesa Roldan, Margarita Velazquez and Olly Galve.
53B-05-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer under microwave.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
70
May 13, 2024
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed around all of establishment. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease.
23-03-4
90
Mar 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken above raw steak inside reach in cooler . Owner inverted storage order. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. raw shell eggs at ambient temperature (48 F - Cold Holding). Employee placed the eggs in ice bath immediately. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. All the establishment. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen ground beef thawing at ambient temperature. Employee opened the cold running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
67
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
82
Feb 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical product ( degreaser as per owner ) with no label. Owner labeled the bottle with the common name. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed some dirty. Utensils inside hand sink located in the kitchen. Owner moved them immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed porous ceiling tiles on kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
74
Aug 24, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken above raw eggs in reach in cooler located at the front. Owner inverted the storage order. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Front prep area and kitchen area with porous ceiling tiles.
36-37-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like substance on reach in freezer gaskets.
23-03-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Epy Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Epy Cafe on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Epy Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling not smooth” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Epy Cafe.
How does Epy Cafe compare to other restaurants in North Bay Village?
Epy Cafe most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is higher than the North Bay Village average of 69.
Has Epy Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Epy Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Epy Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Epy Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Epy Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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