Macondo Coffee Roasters
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
82
Score
Macondo Coffee Roasters has been inspected 11 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 10, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair”, showing up four times.
The city-wide average for Miami sits at 74, putting Macondo Coffee Roasters on the better side of that line. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in a corner at over cooling units at kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed plastic container of rice not 6" from the kitchen floor.
08B-47-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at working tables kitchen area.
21-12-4
82
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer dishwasher machine at 0ppm. Staff provided new sanitizer solution gallon, retested at 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink by coffee station blocked by storage bin. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed heat sealing machine stored on top of handwashing sink baby caffe roasting station.
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed over reach-inn cooler corner at kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vent soiled/dusted over kitchen preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed in some areas at kitchen.
36-11-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed across 3 compartment sink and sink area. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
55
Jan 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer dishwasher machine at 0ppm, staff prime the machine re-rest at 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scrambled eggs (85F - Hot Holding), as per cook line manager for less than an hour, cooked moved the product into reach in freezer for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed not paper towel available at handwashing sink by coffee roasting area.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink block by a coffee bean bag.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed not soap available at handwashing sink by coffee roasting area. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
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. Observed newly hired employee Edwrart Aguilera not informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator with health report agreement, employee signed and was coached of his responsibility to report on health related food borne illnesses. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled/dusted AC vents /returns at kitchen preparation area.
36-34-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at kitchen cook line area.
36-02-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed over standing reach in cooler at kitchen area.
36-32-5
41
Nov 6, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon listed on the menu and not linked to consumer advisory. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-07: At time of callback inspection observed smoked salmon listed on the menu and not linked to consumer advisory, as per manager a new menu will be printed within the next two to three weeks. **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
90
Aug 29, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwashing machine at 0ppm. Staff change sanitizer solution primed dishwasher and tested at 100ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-49-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Cooked Chicken (as per chef cooked day prior) (53F-57F - Cooling) at reach in cooler at front line. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Rice( one hour) (132F); quinoa (one hour) (127F - Hot Holding) at kitchen steam table, as per chef one hour prior. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Cooked Chicken (as per chef cooked day prior) (53F-57F - Cooling) at reach in cooler at front line. **Warning**
03D-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice machine chute soiled with a substance like mold at front counter. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink at coffee roasting station blocked with several containers. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon listed on the menu and not linked to consumer advisory. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over oranges ready to be squeezed next to orange juice machine. **Warning**
35B-02-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket solution at 0ppm, staff corrected solution tested at 50ppm. Inspector coached employee in the proper procedure of sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-07-4
37
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
52
Sep 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Sep 12, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Excedrin migraine medicine next to microwave in back kitchen. **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Quinoa (104F - Hot Holding), sausage ( 122F hot holding) located at kitchen steam table. Employee reheated food items, rechecked, Quinoa (137F- Hot Holding), sausage ( 147F reheated ) . **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-15-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cream cheese packages (57F - Cold Holding, cut spinach (52F - Cold Holding); cut arugula (62F - Cold Holding). As per employee items were left in reach in cooler from previous day more than 4 hours, at kitchen area. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cream cheese packages (57F - Cold Holding, cut spinach (52F - Cold Holding); cut arugula (62F - Cold Holding). As per employee items were left in reach in cooler from previous day more than 4 hours , located at kitchen area. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 500ppm), employee discarded sanitizer solution. **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at coffee area at front counter. **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. Discussed with manager and provided form. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator provided expired chlorine test kit, unable to use, not testing properly. **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin located at front counter coffe area. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves located inside reach in cooler near kitchen door. **Warning**
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing/damaged located at back kitchen and back storage of coffee area. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust on air vent at main kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave and oven in back kitchen. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gasket located at front counter. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler used to store milk, shelves with rust that has pitted the surface located back coffee area. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored located on top of steam table. Manager removed and inverted food containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust located behind the bread oven in back kitchen. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic bottles with oil located above steam table in kitchen. **Warning**
02D-01-5
21
Mar 6, 2023
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. employee removed knives. **Corrected On-Site**
24-14-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter.
31B-04-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler at prep area, kitchen.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Kitchen.
36-32-5
78
Oct 7, 2022
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Macondo Coffee Roasters last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Macondo Coffee Roasters on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Macondo Coffee Roasters?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Macondo Coffee Roasters.
How does Macondo Coffee Roasters compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Macondo Coffee Roasters most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Macondo Coffee Roasters' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Macondo Coffee Roasters have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Macondo Coffee Roasters 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 Macondo Coffee Roasters inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Macondo Coffee Roasters is inspected around three times per year on average.
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