Macondo Coffee Roasters Downtown
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
78
Score
Macondo Coffee Roasters Downtown, located at 242 N Miami Ave in Miami, FL, underwent a low-risk inspection on February 18, 2026. During this inspection, one critical and two minor violations were noted, including issues with an ice scoop, wet mop storage, and a dishmachine not sanitizing properly. While some violations were noted as corrected on-site during previous inspections, others, including the dishmachine issue, received time extensions.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Still observed. **Time Extended**
22-49-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter area. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Still observed Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter area. **Time Extended**
10-08-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Still observed wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
78
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
22-49-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container with utensils blocking the hand wash sink. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter area. Operator provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee bottles of water inside reach in cooler.
12B-13-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter area. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Located at three compartments sink.
29-08-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
58
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs (65F - Cold Holding) as per operator less than one hour. Operator stored inside reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge store inside hand wash sink. Manager removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray plastic bottles with water. Operator labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications.
16-54-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employees drink located at front counter area.
12B-02-4
52
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
16-33-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge store inside hand wash sink. Manager removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter area. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water and bag of flour stored directly on floor. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
67
Oct 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-08: Still observed license not display. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
95
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed coffee cups and sponge store inside hand wash sink. Manager removed during inspection. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Lizzeth Benavides. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen and front counter area. Manager provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Warning**
11-07-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
52
Apr 5, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
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