Macy's Cafe
Last inspected: Dec 23, 2025
47
Score
Across the available record, Macy's Cafe has 12 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Dec 23, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around nine violations each, up from closer to six violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “manager or person in charge lacking proof” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Macy's Cafe on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garbanzo beans (44F - Cold Holding); edamame (45F - Cold Holding) at prep area, as per operator since previous day. Observed shredded chicken (58F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (59F - Cold Holding); sliced turkey (49F - Cold Holding) at prep area, as per operator for 2 hours. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: Observed pizza sauce (47F - Cold Holding); at prep area. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed no manager certificate for Gina. No other employees are food manager certified and no other managers are employed. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: Observed no manager certificate for Gina. No other employees are food manager certified and no other managers are employed. **Admin Complaint**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no employee training for employees Daisy and Wageha, both hired in April and for Christy, hired 3 months ago. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: Observed no employee training for employees Daisy and Wageha, both hired in April and for Christy, hired 3 months ago. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 employee Ana hired two weeks ago. Provided operator with form via email. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at coffee station. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled underneath oven at front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer/cooler and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside standing reach in cooler across from office. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at coffee station. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in/Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall dusty above oven at front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
47
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garbanzo beans (44F - Cold Holding); edamame (45F - Cold Holding) at prep area, as per operator since previous day.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garbanzo beans (44F - Cold Holding); edamame (45F - Cold Holding) at prep area, as per operator since previous day. Observed shredded chicken (58F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (59F - Cold Holding); sliced turkey (49F - Cold Holding) at prep area, as per operator for 2 hours.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed no manager certificate for Gina. No other employees are food manager certified and no other managers are employed. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-02-7
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. Observed no employee training for employees Daisy and Wageha, both hired in April and for Christy, hired 3 months ago. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
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 employee Ana hired two weeks ago. Provided operator with form via email.
11-26-1
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled underneath oven at front counter.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer/cooler and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside standing reach in cooler across from office.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at coffee station.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in/Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall dusty above oven at front counter.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at coffee station.
02D-01-5
41
Sep 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed no manager certificate for Gina, no other managers employed. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-08: Observed no manager certificate for Gina, no other managers employed. **Admin Complaint**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no employee training for employees Daisy and Wageha, both hired in April. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-08: Observed no employee training for employees Daisy, Ranisha Wageha, hired over 2 months. Three other employees, Samuel, Oscar, Quinn, hired less than 2 months. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent heavily soiled with dust near back door **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-08: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
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 cellphone stored on shelf above sandwich prep area and in back prep area. Operator removed cellphone. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-08: **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : 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 stored inside container of granola with handle in contact with product on shelf in dry storage area. Operator removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-08: **Time Extended**
10-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside mop bucket. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-08: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
67
Jul 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked quinoa stored inside standing reach in cooler date marked 6/28.
02C-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sliced cheese inside walk in cooler. Operator relocated eggs for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk not date marked at reach in cooler in coffee station, as per operator was opened over 24 hours ago. Operator labeled milk. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed no manager certificate for Gina, no other managers employed.
53A-02-7
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. Observed no employee training for employees Daisy and Wageha, both hired in April.
53B-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent heavily soiled with dust near back door **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on shelf above sandwich prep area and in back prep area. Operator removed cellphone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
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 stored inside container of granola with handle in contact with product on shelf in dry storage area. Operator removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside mop bucket.
42-01-4
45
Feb 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Dec 30, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Observed interior of ice machine soiled. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at the coffee station area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler near the coffee station. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container no label at the front counter area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Observed container of sugar not labeled at front counter near coffee machine. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
86
Oct 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towel used as liner in a container with cut tomatoes in prep station area
14-86-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda machine located in the lobby soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Juan Carlos Montenegro without no manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the prep area hand washing sink. Manager refilled soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at the coffee station area. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container no label at the front counter area.
02D-01-5
52
May 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions.
53B-16-4
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 operator and provided printed form. Operator provided signed employee agreement. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout the kitchen areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Observed interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
67
Feb 2, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Armando Beserra. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-02: Observed during callback inspection manager Armando Beserra with no CFM. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed all employees. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-02: During the callback inspection all employees hired for less than 1 months, Alina , Leonardo. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed QUA test strips expired 06/20. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-02: Observed QUA test strips expired 06/20. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles and vents throughout the back kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-02: Observed soiled ceiling tiles and vents throughout the back kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole in the floor near the grease trap, located at the back kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-02: Observed hole in the floor near the grease trap, located at the back kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled oven interior. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-02: Observed soiled oven interior. **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout the back kitchen area, oven area with heavy soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-02: Observed soiled walls throughout the back kitchen area, oven area with heavy soiled. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
61
Dec 1, 2023
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 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. Discussed with operator and provided email agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Armando Beserra. **Repeat Violation**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand sink, located near walk in cooler.
31B-02-4
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. Observed all employees.
53B-01-5
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 operator and provided email form.
11-26-1
Intermediate - chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed QUA test strips expired 06/20.
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the ice chute/interior of the ice machine/bin, located at dinner area.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles and vents throughout the back kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole in the floor near the grease trap, located at the back kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled oven interior.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets, located at front counter, near coffee station. Observed soiled walk in cooler fans guard. Observed on top of prep cooler soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior soil, located, at back kitchen.
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed back area hand sink with standing water and very slow draining water.
29-20-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout the back kitchen area, oven area with heavy soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed dipperwell leaking on the bottom.
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container without label, located at coffee station.
02D-01-5
Basic - Observed Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located, at back kitchen.
14-69-4
32
Jun 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
61
Dec 19, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed employee Payan Cristian with no employee training as per manager working 3 months. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-19: At time of the callback inspection observed employee Payan Cristian with no employee training as per manager working for more than 3 months. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Macy's Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Macy's Cafe on file is from Dec 23, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Macy's Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “manager or person in charge lacking proof” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Macy's Cafe.
How does Macy's Cafe compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Macy's Cafe most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Macy's Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Macy's Cafe have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Macy's Cafe 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 Macy's Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Macy's Cafe is inspected around four times per year on average.
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