South Cafeteria
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
74
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at South Cafeteria, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 9, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near eight violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
The city-wide average is 74, putting South Cafeteria squarely in typical territory. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Sep 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed beef stored above ham inside of reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed raid bottle stored by front counter. **Repeat Violation**
41-10-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with excessive cut marks. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
52
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
26
Oct 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked tamales in the reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scooper stored inside the handwashing sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed form for operator. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar and brown sugar in containers next to coffee machine with no labels.
02D-01-5
58
Jun 13, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed tongs stored inside kitchen handwashing sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Operator placed paper towels next to handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge unaware to answer thermometer calibration procedures. Coached person in charge of correct procedures.
53A-14-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Margarita Averruz certificate expired on 04-13-24.
53B-14-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on top of preparation table.
40-06-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen.
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in cooler by registers.
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler across fryer.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside milk and drinks reach in cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on top of preparation table at coffee station.
21-12-4
47
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
12A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over tomatoes in the reach in cooler with glass doors.
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided. **Corrective Action Taken**
02B-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of flour. The cook removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in the glass door reach in cooler just outside the kitchen entrance. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container with flour not labeled. The cook labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
58
Jan 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
47
Aug 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler in storage area across from kitchen raw beef (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding), as per operator items have been in cooler for approximately 3 hours operator moved items to reach in freezer for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-05: At time of callback inspection observed in reach in cooler in storage area across from kitchen raw fish 50F cold holding, cooked chicken 50F cold holding and raw pork 50F cold holding, as per operator all items were placed in cooler approximately 3 hours ago operator moved items to reach in freezer for rapid chill **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in bathroom **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-05: At time of callback inspection No soap provided at handwash sink in bathroom **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-05: At time of callback inspection observed No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Time Extended**
14-73-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was South Cafeteria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at South Cafeteria on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at South Cafeteria?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at South Cafeteria.
How does South Cafeteria compare to other restaurants in Miami?
South Cafeteria most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miami average of 74.
Has South Cafeteria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at South Cafeteria have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at South Cafeteria 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 South Cafeteria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, South Cafeteria is inspected around two times per year on average.
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