Galiano Cafeteria Restaurant
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026
78
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Galiano Cafeteria Restaurant stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 16, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.
Looking across the full record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Galiano Cafeteria Restaurant is doing better than most peers. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
8
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 16, 2026
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside of ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with excessive cut marks on prep table. Operator removed cutting board to replace onsite. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler and freezer in kitchen area. Operator had employee clean onsite. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
78
Jul 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken being stored above pork, and beef being stored above fish inside reach in freezer. Operator had employee organize foods in proper order onsite. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled slicer on prep table in kitchen area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed white rice and cooked beef stored inside walk in cooler with no date marking. As per operator cooked more than 24 hours ago.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance in the interior of ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with excessive cut marks being used.
14-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at exit door by walk in cooler.
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside reach in freezer by 3 compartment sink.
14-69-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield missing above the entrance of kitchen area.
38-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in freezer by 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout front counter area.
36-27-5
47
Jan 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw eggs above raw beef inside walk in cooler. Provided the operator with the proper documents for food storage.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed buckets stored inside hand sink. Operator removed buckets. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold-like substance in interior of ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease under cooking equipments.
36-73-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed cloth under cutting board. Operator removed cloth from underneath cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler with excessive rust.
14-17-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle inside ice machine. Operator placed it in correct locations. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
55
Jul 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Jun 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed a case of raw chicken over vegetables in the walk-in cooler. The cook moved the chicken to the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed the cashier at the front counter touch her hair and served a guest a beverage without washing her hands.
12A-10-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. The manager cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the last restroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed a half empty water bottle on the top shelf in the reach in cooler. The manager discarded the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
64
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a stack of plastic buckets in front of the sink. The manager moved the buckets. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the blue cutting with deep groves.
14-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler fan guard soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
70
Apr 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs stored over raw **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-03: At time of callback inspection observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed avacados **Time Extended**
08A-02-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation. Observed service windows are left open with no protective barrier when no customers present at window. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-03: At time of callback inspection observed Outer openings not protected during operation. Observed service windows are left open with no protective barrier when no customers present at window. **Time Extended**
35B-05-4
82
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed tortillas in walk in cooler in non food grade bag
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice and beans (50F - Cold Holding), as per operator item was last used approximately two hours ago, operator moved item to reach in freezer for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice and beans in reach in cooler in kitchen area prepared onsite with no date mark. As per operator item was prepared more than 24hours ago Operator added date mark **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to scoop beans, rice and cereal. Operator removed all bowls. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling above steam table in kitchen area soiled
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed sugar next to sink at front counter uncovered. Operator moved sugar away from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-36-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of juice on floor in storage closet next to slot machines
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching salt. operator lifted handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled above grill in kitchen area.
23-03-4
Basic - Women Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
32-02-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Galiano Cafeteria Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Galiano Cafeteria Restaurant on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Galiano Cafeteria Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Galiano Cafeteria Restaurant.
How does Galiano Cafeteria Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Galiano Cafeteria Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Galiano Cafeteria Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Galiano Cafeteria Restaurant have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Galiano Cafeteria Restaurant 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 Galiano Cafeteria Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Galiano Cafeteria Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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