Fehysar Coffee Shop

300 Sw 8 Ave, Miami, FL 33130
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Sep 11, 2025
50
Score
High Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Fehysar Coffee Shop, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Sep 11, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 11 violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Stuffed potato (94F - Hot Holding); Beef Pastry (92F - Hot Holding); Jamaican Empanadas (45F - Hot Holding) at hot holding equipment. Operator increased the temperature of hot holding unit. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: Observed Stuffed potato (129F - Hot Holding); Beef Pastry (122F - Hot Holding); Jamaican Empanadas (124F - Hot Holding). As per operator, less than 3 hours. Operator increased the temperature of hot holding unit. **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Test kit for measuring the concentration of the sanitizing solution not used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions or employee unaware of proper use. Observed Chlorine test strips expired on 2023. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: Observed Chlorine test strips expired on 2023. **Time Extended**
16-43-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed transmission fluid improperly stored on top of food next to reach in cooler. Observed assorted chemicals on top of beverages at from counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: Observed transmission fluid improperly stored on top of food next to reach in cooler. Observed assorted chemicals on top of beverages at from counter. **Time Extended**
41-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: No copy of latest inspection report available. **Time Extended**
51-18-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed both service windows not protected during operation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: Observed both service windows not protected during operation. **Time Extended**
35B-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service box of coffee cups stored on floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: Observed single service box of coffee cups stored on floor. **Time Extended**
25-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth at food preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: Observed ceiling not smooth at food preparation area. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current licensed not display at the time of inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: Observed current licensed not display at the time of inspection. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items on top of single service box of bags and a box of soda. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: Observed employee personal items on top of single service box of bags and a box of soda. **Time Extended**
40-06-5
50
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed one fly ping insect inside establishment. Flying insect did not land on any food, food contact surfaces, or utensils during inspection. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Stuffed potato (94F - Hot Holding); Beef Pastry (92F - Hot Holding); Jamaican Empanadas (45F - Hot Holding) at hot holding equipment. Operator increased the temperature of hot holding unit. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed bug spray stored next to fire extinguisher. **Warning**
41-05-4
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed CFM not knowing the proper concentration for chlorine test strip and does not know how to calibrate the thermometer using the cold method. Couched CFM on correct procedures. **Warning**
53A-10-4
Intermediate - Test kit for measuring the concentration of the sanitizing solution not used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions or employee unaware of proper use. Observed Chlorine test strips expired on 2023. **Warning**
16-43-4
Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed transmission fluid improperly stored on top of food next to reach in cooler. Observed assorted chemicals on top of beverages at from counter. **Warning**
41-04-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items on top of single service box of bags and a box of soda. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current licensed not display at the time of inspection. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with sugar removed from original container with no label next to coffee machine. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service box of coffee cups stored on floor. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed both service windows not protected during operation. **Warning**
35B-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mini chest cooler gaskets soiled next to main service window. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth at food preparation area. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
51-18-6
30
Oct 28, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Hot box : ; cooked corn (117F - Hot Holding); ham croquettes (128F - Hot Holding); potatoes with ground beef (127F - Hot Holding) at front counter, as per owner for approximately 30 minutes prior. Operator turned hot box to higher temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed produce stored inside thank you bag inside reach in cooler.
14-31-5
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. Provided to operator via email. **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Expired chlorine chemical test kit on 2023 provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed food manager unaware of minimum hot holding temperature, coached person in charge.
53A-14-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to owner via email.
51-13-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed by coffee machine.
21-12-4
50
Apr 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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. Provided to operator during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
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. Provided to operator during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler fan cover soiled.
23-03-4
78
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked potatoes (108-110F - Hot Holding) in food warmer box on front counter. Operator raised temp on box. Discussed with operator that the top shelf that is covered with foil may be blocking the air flow getting the hot temp to second shelf. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Edda CFM certification expired in July 2023
53A-03-7
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. Operator unable to provide proof that employees are informed of reporting symptoms related to food borne illnesses to person in charge. Distributed health form to operator during this inspection. Operator had one employee fill out.
11-26-1
70
Dec 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fehysar Coffee Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fehysar Coffee Shop on file is from Sep 11, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fehysar Coffee Shop?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Fehysar Coffee Shop.

How does Fehysar Coffee Shop compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Fehysar Coffee Shop most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

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

No. Recent inspections at Fehysar Coffee Shop have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Fehysar Coffee Shop means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Fehysar Coffee Shop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fehysar Coffee Shop is inspected around two times per year on average.