Mary's Cafe Corporation
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
50
Score
Across the available record, Mary's Cafe Corporation has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 29, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.
“Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Mary's Cafe Corporation's 50 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at secured out door reach in freezer, raw chicken stored on top of tamales. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at hot box ham croquettes (125F - Hot Holding); empanada (98F - Hot Holding). As per operator for less than 2 hours.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at outside exit door hose.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by blenders. Operator removed.
31A-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at cook line area.
36-73-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at hot box to go trays stored on top not inverted. **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled with grease build up.
36-50-4
50
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed at out door reach in coolers across, raw trays of beef stored over gallons of milk.
08A-11-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top prep cooler shredded lettuce (52F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (49F - Cold Holding), as per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator placed ice bags to rapid cool. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at meat slicer.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at coffee station. **Repeat Violation**
14-14-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at storage cabinet in a containers of nuts.
14-01-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at prep counter single serve plates not stored inverted. Operator inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
52
Apr 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over containers of milk in reach in cooler in rear of establishment.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at coffee station. **Repeat Violation**
14-14-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored outside. Observed single service cups stored outside not properly protected.
25-11-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan guard with accumulation of dust at entrance to kitchen area.
36-50-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
67
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at counter display case ham croissant sandwich (75F - Cold Holding). As per operator for about 2 hours. Operator placed into cooler to cool. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at coffee machine. **Repeat Violation**
14-14-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cooler across from cook line, soiled with raw beef drippings.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed in reach in cooler at cook line, tray of steak not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in cooler in lobby dryer area.
14-69-4
67
Apr 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 for 1 employee, Maria, hired less than 30 days. Provided operator with form. Operator printed, reviewed and signed with employee. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed metal paint brush used at coffee station.
14-14-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed at handwashing sink next to three compartment sink. Hot water handle missing.
29-09-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in ice machine. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
74
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 27, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Mar 20, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed rice pudding dated on 02/25/2023 employee discarded during inspection.
02C-01-5
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands.
12A-16-4
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
22-12-5
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 white cutting board in use.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in both bathrooms. Employee restocked during inspection.
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on floor next to flat grill.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan in kitchen area.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw steak plate not covered inside reach in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm); employee diluted solution Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
21-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled with common name, next to coffee machine.
02D-01-5
30
Aug 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cut vegetables inside the refrigerator. The operator removed the chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on the floor. The operator removed the bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mary's Cafe Corporation last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mary's Cafe Corporation on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mary's Cafe Corporation?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-grade basting brush used in food” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mary's Cafe Corporation.
How does Mary's Cafe Corporation compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Mary's Cafe Corporation most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Mary's Cafe Corporation's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mary's Cafe Corporation have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Mary's Cafe Corporation 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 Mary's Cafe Corporation inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mary's Cafe Corporation is inspected around three times per year on average.
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