Puroast Coffee
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
47
Score
Inspectors have visited Puroast Coffee eight times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 2, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around eight violations per visit versus roughly six violations earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “equipment in poor repair” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
Puroast Coffee's latest score of 47 falls below the Miami average of 74. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed staff not knowing how to calibrate at thermometer using the cold method. Coached staff.
53B-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter soiled with mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at white cutting board at kitchen area.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed staff wearing a watch while doing food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed at staff doing food preparation at front counter.
13-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed at RIC gaskets at front counter.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed at container of granola next to HWS.
08B-36-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bathroom used by staff.
31B-04-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at HWS at kitchen.
29-20-5
47
Oct 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed CUT LETTUCE (48F - Cooling)at reach in cooler, as per date mark made two days prior.
03D-07-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed CUT LETTUCE (48F - Cooling)at reach in cooler, as per date mark made two days prior.
01B-13-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter soiled with debris.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee at front counter engaging in food service wearing at watch and bracelet.
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach in cooler at cook line and at front counte torn.
14-11-5
64
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee Using hand sink as a dumb sink.
31A-11-4
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Clean kitchen floor underneath all kitchen equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. (Oven)
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Clean all kitchen top surfaces of all shelves throughout.
23-03-4
58
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets inside reach in cooler at right side of kitchen entrance in disrepair. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Oct 2, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - No proof of parasite destruction or aquaculture documentation for cold smoked salmon served raw or undercooked. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Operator called distribution center and they provided letter during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01D-03-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at ambient temperature of 77F by steam table at kitchen entrance. Provided to operator time as a public health control since he utilized for less than 4 hours.
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (88F - Hot Holding) on steam table by kitchen entrance. Provided to operator time as a public health control since he utilized for less than 4 hours.
03B-01-6
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 to operator and operator printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
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/ Observed Aaron Dellers certificate provided by Serve safe expired on 05-15-2024. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed fried eggs and smoked salmon offered raw on menu not identified. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Observed Aaron Dellers certificate provided by Serve safe expired on 05-15-2024. **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment menu offers eggs any style without consumer advisory posted. **Warning**
02B-02-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets inside reach in cooler at right side of kitchen entrance in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator, printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
35
Jan 29, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 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. Provided to manager. Manager printed and staff signed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
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 to manager. Manager printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket in kitchen in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover in reach in cooler soiled.
23-03-4
64
Mar 16, 2023
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed loose debris underneath kitchen three compartment sink.
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of food debris inside kitchen oven.
22-08-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside most kitchen coolers. **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. **Repeat Violation**
21-10-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
78
Sep 30, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Puroast Coffee last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Puroast Coffee on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Puroast Coffee?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Puroast Coffee.
How does Puroast Coffee compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Puroast Coffee most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Puroast Coffee's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Puroast Coffee have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Puroast Coffee 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 Puroast Coffee inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Puroast Coffee is inspected around two times per year on average.
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