Marlon's Cafe
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
100
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Marlon's Cafe stretching back to 2022. Marlon's Cafe was last inspected on Jan 20, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited two times.
Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 16, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Marinated pork (47F - Cold Holding); sauce (50F - Cold Holding); cheese (46F - Cold Holding) Inside reach in cooler next to cook line. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Observed marinated pork (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at storage area. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. **Warning**
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 roasted chicken (112F - Hot Holding) inside steam table. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread inside noon food grade bags. Operator removed from the bag. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork chorizo over cheese cuajada inside reach in cooler across front counter. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed whole raw fish (frozen) inside package inside reach in cooler next to ice machine. Operator took fish out of the package. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-09-1
52
Jul 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef stored in Nonfood-grade bags inside reach in freezer. Operator replaced for food grade bags. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
86
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
74
Aug 2, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 25ppm). Employee added chlorine, retest Triple Sink (Chlorine 50ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beans (112F - Hot Holding); beef soup (120F - Cold Holding) at cook line. As per manager for approximately 2 hrs. Employee turned on stove for reheat, retest cooked beans (187F - Hot Holding); beef soup (198F - Hot Holding) **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle. Employee removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
70
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
29
Dec 12, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 11, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce inside refrigerator next to steam table.
08A-04-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed boiled pork tamales (46F - Cold Holding) inside standing reach in cooler at dining area. As per operator for 2 days.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed blood sausage (90F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken wings (90F - Hot Holding); boiled sweet plantains (112F - Hot Holding); chicharron (95F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for 2 hours. Also observed boiled pork tamales (46F - Cold Holding) inside standing reach in cooler at dining area. As per operator for 2 days. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
22-02-4
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in public bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed peeled plantains inside bucket stored on floor next to steam table.
08B-38-4
47
Mar 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above unwashed vegetables inside reach in cooler. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
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 form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board.
22-02-4
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-26-1
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
61
Dec 6, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Marlon's Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Marlon's Cafe on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Marlon's Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Marlon's Cafe.
How does Marlon's Cafe compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Marlon's Cafe most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Marlon's Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Marlon's Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Marlon's Cafe 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 Marlon's Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Marlon's Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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