Patagonia Bistro Cafe

3400 Lakeside Dr Ste-101, Miramar, FL 33027
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Patagonia Bistro Cafe has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Jan 22, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer”, showing up two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Miramar restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer bucket inside front counter hand wash sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup of ice inside walk in freezer, around freezer door and on floor.
14-69-4
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer. Observed no lighting inside walk in freezer.
38-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed carton of shortening stored on floor at cook line. Operator properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
78
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Continental Reach in freezer- portioned raw steak over precooked pork, and precooked bacon. Employee placed portioned raw steak in a separate container **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. 3 broken shell eggs. Per Employee eggs on container less than one hour. Employee removed from shell. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-14-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink , cold water faucet, not providing water. Second hand wash sink available.
29-08-4
70
Dec 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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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. Poster emailed to Operator.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front counter, next to flip top-two soiled container of food and one spoon, employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
82
Jul 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
82
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed avocado in same container of cut tomatoes. Employee removed avocado to be wash and discarded slice of tomato. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice on door inside walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing sandwiches in front counter. Manager provided hair net. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
86
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Jan 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
95
Jul 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged.. raw chicken next to container of milk. Operator placed two trays of breast chicken, inside a plastic container **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
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/ 7/6/2022
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine sanitizer
16-37-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Kitchen area- ext to HWS, box of Cooking oil . Employee placed on shelves **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Patagonia Bistro Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Patagonia Bistro Cafe on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Patagonia Bistro Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Patagonia Bistro Cafe.

How does Patagonia Bistro Cafe compare to other restaurants in Miramar?

Patagonia Bistro Cafe most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miramar average of 78.

Has Patagonia Bistro Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Patagonia Bistro Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Patagonia Bistro 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 Patagonia Bistro Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Patagonia Bistro Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.