Maia's Cafe Bistro
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
90
Score
The health department has logged 12 inspections at Maia's Cafe Bistro, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 18, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around nine violations compared to roughly 14 violations earlier on.
“Water leaking from pipe, located at preparation kitchen” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average for Miami sits at 74, putting Maia's Cafe Bistro on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
12
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, and grease.
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed 3 doors reach in cooler not working, located at front counter.
14-74-7
90
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread stored in to go thank you bags in reach in cooler, located at front counter.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Provided guidance and coaching to the employee on proper thermometer calibration procedures.
53B-15-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink, located at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork and cooked chicken with no date marking in walk in cooler. As per operator food was prepared 48 hours before the inspection.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, and dust throughout the preparation kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed three door reach in cooler located at the front counter is not functioning properly. **Repeat Violation**
14-74-7
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic case with Red Bull, waters and sodas stored on the floor by front counter.
08B-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at preparation kitchen.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the preparation kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe, located at preparation kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
45
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in pastry warmer: croquette (122F - Hot Holding). Croquettes have been there less than 2 hours prior to inspection, operator moved to bottom shelf for hotter contact. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed all purpose oil for equipment stored on top of can of water chestnuts in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter: cheese arepa (70F - Cold Holding); ham and cheese sandwich (70F - Cold. As per operator, items have been there less than 2 hours prior to inspection. Operator placed in reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed operator with no knowledge of how to calibrate thermometer. Inspector went over process with person in charge. **Corrective Action Taken**
05-07-4
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 new employee; with no agreement. Person in charge and associate filled out agreement form on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on rack where sodas are kept in kitchen area.
22-31-4
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed operator with no knowledge of how to calibrate thermometer. Inspector went over process with person in charge. **Corrective Action Taken**
53A-14-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in bucket. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at hand sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air vent in kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster on site; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no license posted in establishment. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
27
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed floor in walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: Observed unsealed floor in walk in cooler. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: Observed unsealed floor in walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in walk in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: Observed gaskets soiled in walk in cooler **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: Observed gaskets soiled in walk in cooler **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup at ice cream freezer at restaurant entrance **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: Observed buildup at ice cream freezer at restaurant entrance **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: Observed buildup at ice cream freezer at restaurant entrance **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
82
Oct 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food items stored in walk in cooler: beans (47F - Cold Holding); pork (47F - Cold Holding); white rice (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding); corn and tomato salsa (47F - Cold Holding); eggs raw shell (46F); soup (47F - Cold Holding). As per employee, food has been stored in there more than 4 hours. Observed at front counter Cream Cheese (66F - Cold Holding); ham and cheese arepas (74F - Cold Holding). As per employee, cream cheese and ham and cheese arepas have been there less than 4 hours, employee put in fridge. Warning** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: Observed in walk in cooler 5 dozen eggs raw shell (46F Cold Holding); raw bacon 47F(Cold Holding); Flan (47F Cold Holding); peach yogurt (48F Cold Holding). **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following food items stored in walk in cooler: beans (47F - Cold Holding); pork (47F - Cold Holding); white rice (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding); corn and tomato salsa (47F - Cold Holding); eggs raw shell (46F); soup (47F - Cold Holding). As per employee, food has been stored in there more than 24 hours. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: Observed in walk in cooler 5 dozen eggs raw shell (46F Cold Holding); raw bacon 47F(Cold Holding); Flan (47F Cold Holding); peach yogurt (48F Cold Holding). **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Inspector emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: 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. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ Carlos A Silva Jr 01/22/2018 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: 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/ Carlos A Silva Jr 01/22/2018 **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
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. Inspector emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 50F. The following foods being held inside : beans (47F - Cold Holding); pork (47F - Cold Holding); white rice (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding); corn and tomato salsa (47F - Cold Holding); eggs raw shell (46F); soup (47F - Cold Holding). **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 50F. The following foods being held inside : 5 dozen eggs raw shell (46F Cold Holding); raw bacon 47F(Cold Holding); Flan (47F Cold Holding); peach yogurt (48F Cold Holding). **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **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 keys and cup stored on prep table where bananas and cookies are held. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: Observed employee cup stored on prep table. **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 50F. The following foods being held inside : beans (47F - Cold Holding); pork (47F - Cold Holding); white rice (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding); corn and tomato salsa (47F - Cold Holding); eggs raw shell (46F); soup (47F - Cold Holding). Observed chest freezer with broken lid unplugged stored in back of kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 50F. The following foods being held inside 5 dozen eggs raw shell (46F Cold Holding); raw bacon 47F(Cold Holding); Flan (47F Cold Holding); peach yogurt (48F Cold Holding). **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under unused ice machine, and observed standing water under hand sink next to three compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: Observed standing water under unused ice machine, and observed standing water under hand sink next to three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup at ice cream freezer at restaurant entrance **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: Observed buildup at ice cream freezer at restaurant entrance **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in walk in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: Observed gaskets soiled in walk in cooler **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed floor in walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: Observed unsealed floor in walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hand sink faucet leaking in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: Observed hand sink faucet leaking in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
29-11-4
35
Oct 14, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 7 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 25 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored next to single service containers. **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food items stored in walk in cooler: beans (47F - Cold Holding); pork (47F - Cold Holding); white rice (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding); corn and tomato salsa (47F - Cold Holding); eggs raw shell (46F); soup (47F - Cold Holding). As per employee, food has been stored in there more than 4 hours. Observed at front counter Cream Cheese (66F - Cold Holding); ham and cheese arepas (74F - Cold Holding). As per employee, cream cheese and ham and cheese arepas have been there less than 4 hours, employee put in fridge. Warning** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following food items stored in walk in cooler: beans (47F - Cold Holding); pork (47F - Cold Holding); white rice (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding); corn and tomato salsa (47F - Cold Holding); eggs raw shell (46F); soup (47F - Cold Holding). As per employee, food has been stored in there more than 24 hours. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed milk in use with expiration date of 10/11/24. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed Chefs Quality Tuna 66.5 oz with dent at inseam. **Warning**
01B-01-4
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. Inspector emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
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/ Carlos A Silva Jr 01/22/2018 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee use hand sink at front counter to dump soiled water. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink next to three compartment sink. **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. Inspector emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink at front counter or in back of kitchen next to three compartment sink. Employee put soap at both hand sinks. Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed the following food items stored in walk in cooler: beans (47F - Cold Holding); pork (47F - Cold Holding); white rice (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding); corn and tomato salsa (47F - Cold Holding); eggs raw shell (46F); soup (47F - Cold Holding). As per employee, food has been stored in there more than 24 hours. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Employee inverted mop for proper drying. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet cloth on top of counter next to coffee bar. Coached employee on proper storage of wet cloths, employee stored cloth in sanitizer bucket. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in walk in cooler **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 50F. The following foods being held inside : beans (47F - Cold Holding); pork (47F - Cold Holding); white rice (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding); corn and tomato salsa (47F - Cold Holding); eggs raw shell (46F); soup (47F - Cold Holding). **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys and cup stored on prep table where bananas and cookies are held. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 50F. The following foods being held inside : beans (47F - Cold Holding); pork (47F - Cold Holding); white rice (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding); corn and tomato salsa (47F - Cold Holding); eggs raw shell (46F); soup (47F - Cold Holding). Observed chest freezer with broken lid unplugged stored in back of kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under unused ice machine, and observed standing water under hand sink next to three compartment sink. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup at ice cream freezer at restaurant entrance **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in soiled water 75F at coffee bar. Coached employee on proper methods, employee dumped dirty water. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand sink next to three compartment sink. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed floor in walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hand sink faucet leaking in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-11-4
12
May 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towel under ham, turkey, Swiss cheese on the prep reach in cooler l **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: Observed paper towel under ham, turkey, Swiss cheese on the prep reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
14-86-1
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 Andrea Di vincenzo she is been working here for more than 60 days without an employee training. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: Observed employee Andrea Di vincenzo she is been working here for more than 60 days without an employee training. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hand washing sink faucet leaking on the back area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hand washing sink faucet leaking on the back area. **Time Extended**
29-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed white chest freezer lid in disrepair located in the back area,ice machine no in used. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: Observed white chest freezer lid in disrepair located in the back area,ice machine no in used. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
70
Mar 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towel under ham, turkey, Swiss cheese on the prep reach in cooler l **Repeat Violation**
14-86-1
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 Andrea Di vincenzo she is been working here for more than 60 days without an employee training. **Repeat Violation**
53B-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hand washing sink faucet leaking on the back area.
29-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed white chest freezer lid in disrepair located in the back area,ice machine no in used. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
70
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 employees Andrea Di vincenzo, Isabela Fernandez without employee training, they been working here for more than 60 days. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: At time of the callback inspection Observed employees Andrea Di vincenzo, Isabela Fernandez without employee training, they been working here for more than 60 days. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed white chest freezer lid in disrepair located in the back area,ice machine no in used. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Equipment in poor repair. Observed white chest freezer lid in disrepair located in the back area,ice machine no in used. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer/cooler. Observed walk in cooler ice buildup. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer/cooler. Observed walk in cooler ice buildup. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. Observed storage area light out **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Light not functioning. Observed storage area light out **Time Extended**
36-62-4
78
Oct 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towel used as liner for food container with ham, Turkey, cheeses.
14-86-1
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 it to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
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 employees Andrea Di vincenzo, Isabela Fernandez without employee training, they been working here for more than 60 days.
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. For all employees.
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed Back area ceiling vent with heavy soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed white chest freezer lid in disrepair located in the back area,ice machine no in used. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water stored on the storage area floor
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer/cooler. Observed walk in cooler ice buildup.
14-69-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Observed storage area light out **Repeat Violation**
36-62-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers with spicy mayo,ranch dressing no labeled.
02D-01-5
39
Jun 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
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
58
Aug 15, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked salmon (120F - Hot Holding)stored at front counter steam table. As per operator has been there approximately 45 minutes, operator returned to the stove and reheated to 186F. **Corrected On-Site**
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 beef (53F - Cooling)stored inside walk in cooler. As per operator cooked beef was prepared 3 days ago.
03D-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container stored inside hand washing sink in the kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink in the kitchen area.
29-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup stored inside rice with no handle to dispense rice.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Located in the kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag and keys stored on top of front counter.
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located outside by walk in cooler door floor.
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gasket soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
41
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Maia's Cafe Bistro last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Maia's Cafe Bistro on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Maia's Cafe Bistro?
Across the inspection record, “water leaking from pipe, located at preparation kitchen” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Maia's Cafe Bistro.
How does Maia's Cafe Bistro compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Maia's Cafe Bistro most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Maia's Cafe Bistro's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Maia's Cafe Bistro have averaged around nine violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Maia's Cafe Bistro 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 Maia's Cafe Bistro inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Maia's Cafe Bistro is inspected around three times per year on average.
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