Sara's Bakery and Coffee
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
64
Score
Going back to 2022, Sara's Bakery and Coffee has nine inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around four violations to closer to six violations per visit.
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.Observed Two fried eggs were listed on the menu without a connection with consumer advisory regarding undercooked ingredients. The operator corrected the menu at the time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at chest reach in freezer located at bathroom exit.
14-69-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor in food preparation area inside kitchen.
36-02-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed food prepared on site with no label. As per operator less was made Les than 3 hours. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two black cutting boards and one white cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal coffee cup on top of prep table inside kitchen area.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone on top of prep table inside kitchen area.
40-06-5
64
Sep 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed triple sink chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. Employee added more chlorine with a final reading of 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board at kitchen area with deep grooves and not easily cleaned.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at front counter engaging in food preparation not wearing a hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler /Reach-in Freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled with debris.
22-16-4
70
Apr 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed missing vacuum breaker on hose attached to mop sink sink.
29-34-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test kit expired.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed in kitchen near stove.
14-14-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer chest near bathroom.
14-69-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service containers stored on floor near back exit door.
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil bottles unlabeled on stove.
02D-01-5
61
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed White rice 118F, black beans 128F all hot holding at steam table. As per manager, products placed at steam table less than 30 minutes prior. Discussed reheating previously cooked products to 165F for hot holding. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-15: Observed no TCS food available for holding. **Time Extended**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 Saray Gonzalez certification expired on 9-19-24 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-15: Observed Jony Valdiva with no proof of manager certification. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Roberto Rojas certification expired on 09-25-24 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-15: Observed Claudia Garcia employed more than sixty days with no proof of food handlers training. **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
70
Oct 8, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed White rice 118F, black beans 128F all hot holding at steam table. As per manager, products placed at steam table less than 30 minutes prior. Discussed reheating previously cooked products to 165F for hot holding. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine ppm 200 plus. Owner diluted solution to 100ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-18-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer at 200ppm. Owner diluted solution to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
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 Saray Gonzalez certification expired on 9-19-24 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Roberto Rojas certification expired on 09-25-24 **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Interior of three compartment sink with rust that has pitted the surface. Located at front counter area. **Warning**
14-34-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed clean plates, silverware and cups next to handwashing sink located at front counter. Owner moved plates to a different location. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-27-4
47
Apr 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket inside hand wash sink at kitchen. Bucket was removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of single service cups stored on floor near kitchen entrance.
25-05-4
82
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 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. Provided operator with cleanup procedures via email.
11-27-4
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 operator with employee reporting responsibilities agreement, operator started signing it during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed posted license from October 1, 2023.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in gasket in disrepair at kitchen.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed frying oil box on floor at kitchen.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance at kitchen.
36-34-5
67
Feb 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
14-14-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Clean Food tray stored on floor.
24-07-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
82
Sep 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connected at mop sink.
29-34-4
Basic - Ceiling vent soiled with accumulated dust. Located at storage area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler fan cover soiled with accumulated dust. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at storage area.
38-07-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sara's Bakery and Coffee last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sara's Bakery and Coffee on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sara's Bakery and Coffee?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sara's Bakery and Coffee.
How does Sara's Bakery and Coffee compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Sara's Bakery and Coffee most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Sara's Bakery and Coffee's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Sara's Bakery and Coffee have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sara's Bakery and Coffee means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Sara's Bakery and Coffee inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sara's Bakery and Coffee is inspected around three times per year on average.
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