San Lorenzo Cafeteria
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
95
Score
Across the available record, San Lorenzo Cafeteria has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 18, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.
“No paper towels” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
San Lorenzo Cafeteria's latest score of 95 sits above the Miami average of 74. The record reflects steady performance over time.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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 and warewashing area, not smooth and easily cleaned. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
95
Dec 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink at warewashing area. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Luz Yolani with no proof of training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen and warewashing area, not smooth and easily cleaned. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents at front counter and dining area soiled with dust debris. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at reach in cooler raw steak not covered. **Warning**
08B-12-5
70
Mar 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
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 offers raw shell eggs and beef undercooked with no consumer advisory. Printed to operator and she posted at dining area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02B-02-5
78
Nov 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs at ambient temperature of 77F, as per operator for approximately 1 hour prior. Operator placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ground beef inside reach in cooler by steam table no date marked, as per operator for more than 24 hours prior.
02C-02-5
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 to operator via email.
11-27-4
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 offers raw shell eggs and beef undercooked with no consumer advisory. Printed to operator and she posted at dining area. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hoods soiled with heavy grease accumulation.
23-03-4
50
Feb 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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/. Almo Blanco 1-30-19
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels next to 3 compartment sink.
31B-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
78
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef in two door reach-in cooler across from deli case stored above ready to eat limes. Operator removed limes to properly store. Also, raw chicken stored over raw beef-not commercially packaged in reach in deep freezer next to triple sink. Operator reorganized meats to properly store. **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. cooked rice (120-126F - Hot Holding) at stove area. Operator raised temp to reheat to more than 165F **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired 10-1-23
50-17-3
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to grill, and hand wash sink in women's restroom. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
55
Jun 27, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
35
Aug 17, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed an open plastic container with raw pork ribs stored on top of a container with cream inside reach in cooler. Manager stored container with raw pork on shelf under ready to eat foods. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spoons stored inside hand wash sink. Manager removed spoons from inside hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Manager stored scoop with handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. Observed inside old walk in cooler used as storage for dry foods.
38-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn inside reach in cooler two door. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was San Lorenzo Cafeteria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at San Lorenzo Cafeteria on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at San Lorenzo Cafeteria?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at San Lorenzo Cafeteria.
How does San Lorenzo Cafeteria compare to other restaurants in Miami?
San Lorenzo Cafeteria most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has San Lorenzo Cafeteria's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at San Lorenzo Cafeteria have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at San Lorenzo Cafeteria 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 San Lorenzo Cafeteria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, San Lorenzo Cafeteria is inspected around two times per year on average.
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