Marin Kitchen Cafe
Last inspected: Nov 6, 2025
17
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Marin Kitchen Cafe, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 6, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 10 violations lately compared to roughly six violations before.
Across the inspection history, “wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
10
Inspections
6
Critical latest
2
Major latest
13
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 6, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Ham (49 F - Cold Holding) at double door reach in cooler. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Operator placed it in reach in freezer for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cheese Tequenos (118F - Hot Holding) at hot holding unit at front counter. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Operator increased the temperature of hot holding unit during inspection. Also observed Ham Croquettes (116F - Hot Holding) at hot holding unit at front counter. As per operator for less than 4 hours. Operator increased the temperature of hot holding unit during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
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 one employee engaged in food preparation not changing gloves after touching her face. Employee removed gloves and washed hands during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-10-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored inside non food grade bag inside mini chest freezer at kitchen area. Chef removed it from bag and stored properly during inspection. Also observed raw meat stored inside non food grade bag at double door reach in cooler. Chef removed it from bag and stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed 1 can stored under preparation area at kitchen. Operator discarded it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken breast stored on top of ready to eat vegetables. Operator removed it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled at preparation table at kitchen area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at coffee machine at front counter.
14-14-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine interior soiled with black mold like substance at front counter.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around preparation area at kitchen.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at preparation area at kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on top of preparation area at kitchen area.
14-09-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. **Repeat Violation**
36-68-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed inside ice machine at front counter. Employee stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong stored on hot holding unit handle at front counter. Employee stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled next to double door reach in cooler at kitchen area.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed double door reach in cooler gaskets soiled at kitchen area.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at double door reach in cooler at kitchen area.
14-33-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at front counter.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed outside of bathroom.
42-01-4
17
Apr 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed hood filters soiled with grease buildups. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-15: Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed hood filters soiled with grease buildups. **Time Extended**
36-68-5
95
Apr 14, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed BREADED PORK STEAK (122F - Hot Holding); Display; EMPANADAS (117F - Hot Holding); CROQUETTES (90F - Hot Holding) at front counter , as per operator less than one hour. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee at front counter switch gloves without washing hands. Employee washed hands and then switched gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed TOMATO SAUCE in reach in cooler at kitchen area with mold like substance. Operator discarded product. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Kitchen; ham (53F - Cold Holding); TOMATO SAUCE (52F - Cold Holding); RAW BACON (53F - Cold Holding) in double door reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per operator less than four hours. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink at kitchen area with pots and pans in it. Employee removed during inspection. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink next to mop sink at front counter. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach on the floor under counter across from mop sink. Employee removed and discarded vermin. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed double door reach in cooler at kitchen area not cooling properly 50F. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed hood filters soiled with grease buildups. **Warning**
36-68-5
39
Feb 12, 2025
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen area not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed ceiling tiles at front counter where food preparation is done not smooth and easily cleaned. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-12: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed pasta salad at self service reach in cooler located at dining area no production date. As per operator, product was made two days prior. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-12: **Time Extended**
02D-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind small refrigerator soiled with grease like substance located next to cook line. Observed wall next to kitchen entrance soiled with food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-12: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
86
Feb 11, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed three live roaches above entrance in kitchen area and two behind reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: Observed one live roach on the side of the double door reach in cooler a located at the kitchen area. Operator killed roach and discarded it during call back. **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen area not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed ceiling tiles at front counter where food preparation is done not smooth and easily cleaned. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches next to reach in freezer by window at dining area. One dead under roach under preparation table at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: Observed one dead roach in kitchen area next to double door reach in cooler **Time Extended**
35A-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed pasta salad at self service reach in cooler located at dining area no production date. As per operator, product was made two days prior. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: **Time Extended**
02D-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of double door reach in cooler at kitchen area soiled with debris next to interior vent. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind small refrigerator soiled with grease like substance located next to cook line. Observed wall next to kitchen entrance soiled with food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
67
Feb 10, 2025
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed at reach in double door cooler Moldy pork. Operator discarded product. **Warning**
01B-07-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed three live roaches above entrance in kitchen area and two behind reach in cooler. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed CROQUETTE FILLING (50F - Cold Holding); MILK (51F - Cold Holding); CUT CHEESE (55F - Cold Holding) at double door reach on cooler located at kitchen area.. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed CROQUETTE FILLING (50F - Cold Holding); MILK (51F - Cold Holding); CUT CHEESE (55F - Cold Holding) at double door reach on cooler located at kitchen area.. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen area not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed ceiling tiles at front counter where food preparation is done not smooth and easily cleaned. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches next to reach in freezer by window at dining area. One dead under roach under preparation table at kitchen area. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice at front counter. Employee removed ice scoop during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed pasta salad at self service reach in cooler located at dining area no production date. As per operator, product was made two days prior. **Warning**
02D-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of double door reach in cooler at kitchen area soiled with debris next to interior vent. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind small refrigerator soiled with grease like substance located next to cook line. Observed wall next to kitchen entrance soiled with food debris. **Warning**
36-27-5
41
Dec 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Front counter reach in cooler soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed ham, cheese no covered in the front area reach in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled throughout the establishment. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pans stored on the kitchen floor.
24-07-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed gallons of sauces stored on the kitchen floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed black reach in freezer with ice buildup. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside of the glass reach in cooler with heavy soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed glass reach in cooler shelves with rust. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed front counter, kitchen area storage area in no clean and disorganized.
33-34-4
55
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Sep 5, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
37
Oct 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
41
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Marin Kitchen Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Marin Kitchen Cafe on file is from Nov 6, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Marin Kitchen Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Marin Kitchen Cafe.
How does Marin Kitchen Cafe compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Marin Kitchen Cafe most recently scored 17 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Marin Kitchen Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Marin Kitchen Cafe have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Marin Kitchen 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 Marin Kitchen Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Marin Kitchen Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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