Victoria's Borinquen Cafe
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
47
Score
Victoria's Borinquen Cafe has been inspected nine times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 14, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near 10 violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “ready-to-eat” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded seven times.
Victoria's Borinquen Cafe's latest score of 47 falls below the Homestead average of 70. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw steak in standing unit at kitchen. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed on preparation table at kitchen area, as per operator less than 2 hours. Operator moved to reach in cooler during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed operator changing tasks and not changing their gloves. Coached operator on proper procedures.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice not date marked, as per operator over 24 hours, inside standing unit at kitchen area.
02C-02-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork (frozen) on preparation table. Operator moved to reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe on hand wash sink at kitchen area.
29-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed standing unit soiled shelves.
22-16-4
47
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 12 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 0ppm); operator add more chlorine during inspection,Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above cut tomatoes on standing reach in cooler at kitchen area, operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (46F - Cold Holding); raw pork (47F - Cold Holding) on standing reach in cooler, as per operator less than 3 hours.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice not date marked on standing reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per operator over 24 hours. Operator dated during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on preparation table at kitchen area.
21-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table at kitchen area, operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed vegetable mix container stored on floor, operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil on standing water at 93° F on preparation table at kitchen area.
10-07-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelves on standing units at kitchen area.
22-16-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observe fruit juices been stored on water plastic containers.
25-32-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked steak, cut tomatoes and cut lettuce containers not covered on standing reach in cooler at kitchen area, operator covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
39
Jan 30, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked steak inside reach in cooler. Operator stored properly food during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed on preparation table, as per operator less than 45 minutes. Operator moved raw shell eggs to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (51F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler at front counter, as per operator milk was outside 30 minutes ago due a busy breakfast.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and cooked steak not date marked inside reach in cooler, as per operator over 24 hours.
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table. Operator removed drink from table. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked rice, cooked steak and sliced tomatoes containers not covered inside reach in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed sausages (frozen) on preparation table, operator moved sausages to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
45
Dec 30, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken being stored above raw pork inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (67F - Cold Holding) as per operator less than 3 hours. Operator started preparation for steak during inspection, and add ice bags. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +100ppm); operator add water to solution.Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and cooked pork not date marked inside reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per operator over 24 hours. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw steak container stored on kitchen floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed on salt container. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 87° F at front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on unit next to back door. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked rice container not covered inside reach in cooler at kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
39
Jul 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
61
Nov 9, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw mashed plantains stored on nonfood grade bags in preparation table at kitchen area.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked steak in 2 door unit at kitchen area. Manager stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (45F - Cold Holding); carne Asada (45F - Cold Holding) in 2 door unit at kitchen area. As per Manager over 24 hours, Manager discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed plenty chemicals next to salt and pepper shakers at front counter.
41-10-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork and sliced cooked pork not date marked in 2 door unit in kitchen area. As per manager 24 hours. Manager dated food during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed training for employees missing date of birth. **Repeat Violation**
53B-10-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on both bathrooms.
32-04-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw peppers container stored on floor at kitchen area. Manager rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents.
33-09-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the front counter. Manager moved scoop during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 83° F next to coffee machine. Employee discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked potato,cooked pork, tostones not covered on 2 door unit at kitchen area. Manager covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw mashed plantains (frozen) on preparation table. As per Manager less this 4 hours. Manager moved food to reach in cooler during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified at the front counter.
02D-01-5
27
Nov 1, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed at Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm); employee replaced with a new solution.Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-42-4
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
22-12-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw pork in reach in cooler at kitchen area,employee stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tostones (47F - Cold Holding) next to stove at kitchen area, as per employees less than 1 hour, employee moved food to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork stew (127F - Hot Holding); as per employee less than 2 hours, pork stew (169F - Reheating). **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
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 form during inspection. **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser bottle not identified at kitchen area, employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area. Employee restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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 form during inspection.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice, cooked pork and cooked potatoes not date marked in reach in cooler at kitchen area, As per employee over 24 hours. Employee start dated food during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed no date of birth on certificates.
53B-10-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in salt container at kitchen area, employee moved utensil during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked rice,pork,potatoes and beef stew not covered in reach in cooler at kitchen area. Employee cover food during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter.
22-20-5
20
Jun 26, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
41
Sep 16, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food chicken,pork and vegetables stored in Togo bags in reach in cooler at the front counter. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked pork inside reach in cooler. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (49F - Cold Holding) as per employee milk was there approximately 30 minutes. Employee moved to reach in cooler. milk (43F - Cold Holding) at 9:54 am.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice and beans,cooked pork and cooked chicken not date marked. As per employee more than 24 hours. Employee date marked at the time of the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed in women bathroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed in back door in kitchen.
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in sugar container. Employee removed during inspection.
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 87°F in kitchen area. Employee discarded water during inspection.
10-07-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed in plastic containers in shelves above 3 compartment sink.
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked white rice and beans not covered in table in kitchen. Employee covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in preparation table in kitchen area.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed seasoning container not labeled with common name in kitchen area. Employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
39
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Victoria's Borinquen Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Victoria's Borinquen Cafe on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Victoria's Borinquen Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Victoria's Borinquen Cafe.
How does Victoria's Borinquen Cafe compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
Victoria's Borinquen Cafe most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.
Has Victoria's Borinquen Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Victoria's Borinquen Cafe have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Victoria's Borinquen Cafe 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 Victoria's Borinquen Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Victoria's Borinquen Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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