Exito Cafe Restaurant & Banquet Hall

2336 Nw 7Th Street, Miami, FL 33125

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Oct 6, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Exito Cafe Restaurant & Banquet Hall has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Oct 6, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about six violations before that.

When inspectors have written things up, “no paper towels” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 6, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic 5 gallons cooking oil containers on the kitchen floor. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-06: **Time Extended**

08B-38-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed heavy accumulation of ice buildup up in the reach freezer located behind the counter and the one located in the kitchen . - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-06: **Time Extended**

14-69-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed at the exterior area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-06: **Time Extended**

33-31-5

Aug 8, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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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. Information was provided.

11-27-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.

53A-01-7

Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic 5 gallons cooking oil containers on the kitchen floor.

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed heavy accumulation of ice buildup up in the reach freezer located behind the counter and the one located in the kitchen .

14-69-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing handwash sign inside the both bathroom .

31B-04-4

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Slow water draining in the mop sink.

29-20-5

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed at the exterior area.

33-31-5

Oct 8, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towel at the front hand sink . Station was restocked. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Chest freezer Gaskets worn .

14-11-5

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Missing drain plug. **Repeat Violation**

33-11-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**

33-16-4

Mar 26, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Oct 31, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed paracetamol next to chicken seasoning. Owner moved it immediately. **Corrected On-Site**

41-07-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper at the hand sink station located at the front. Owner restocked the station. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31B-02-4

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed owner cheese pizza stored inside cooler used for public food without any identification.

08B-49-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed old debris inside microwave.

22-08-4

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.

33-11-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Repeat Violation**

51-18-6

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Exito Cafe Restaurant & Banquet Hall last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Exito Cafe Restaurant & Banquet Hall on file is from Oct 6, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Exito Cafe Restaurant & Banquet Hall?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Exito Cafe Restaurant & Banquet Hall.

How does Exito Cafe Restaurant & Banquet Hall compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Exito Cafe Restaurant & Banquet Hall most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Exito Cafe Restaurant & Banquet Hall's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Exito Cafe Restaurant & Banquet Hall have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Exito Cafe Restaurant & Banquet Hall 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 Exito Cafe Restaurant & Banquet Hall inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Exito Cafe Restaurant & Banquet Hall is inspected around two times per year on average.

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