ADELITA'S HOUSE CAFE
5843 NW 17 AVE, Miami FL 33142 · (786) 328-1459
Last inspected Mar 9, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025026378 | Jan 27, 2025 | May 1, 2025 | $320 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards on prep table.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels onsite.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles of reach in cooler. Operator cleaned it onsite.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards on prep tables.
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. Observed coleslaw in reach in cooler not covered.
Dec 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed sanitizer at 400ppm at 3CS. Operator changed sanitizer onsite, retested to 100PPM.
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed on top of microwave.
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee scratching forehead and continuing to work cook line. Coached employee on proper handwashing. Employee washed hands onsite.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting board.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in kitchen area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Open dumpster lid.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 27, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Yesenia Bush missing manager food safety certificate.
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 Carolina Gaona and Alondra Martinez missing food safety certificate.
Jan 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored next to dry goods. Operator removed them and placed them in office.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wipe her hand on her shirt and then continued to work with food without washing hands first.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. At the time of inspection Yesenia Bush missing manager food safety certificate.
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. At time of inspection Carolina Gaona and Alondra Martinez missing food safety certificate.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at Handwashing sink next to cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in kitchen in disrepair.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop indirect contact with ice in front of house.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth under cutting board. Operator removed it immediately.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
Oct 3, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Yesenia Bush missing manager food safety certificate.
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 Carolina Gaona and Alondra Martinez missing food safety certificate.
Jul 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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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 during inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Yesenia Bush missing manager food safety certificate.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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 Carolina Gaona and Alondra Martinez missing food safety certificate.
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 during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. At the time of the inspection observed cooked beef, chicken and vegetables all missing date marking. As per owner food items were cooked more than twenty four hours ago.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed exterior of reach in cooler soiled.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed hand sink in kitchen in disrepair.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawing at room temperature.
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken breast stored over cooked vegetables. Educated operator on proper food storage.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in cooler soiled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. At the time of the inspection observed ice buildup in reach in cooler located by the 3 compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler fan cover soiled. At the time of the inspection observed hood filters soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw bacon and chicken thawing in standing water. Operator turned cold water onto properly thaw.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.