BLOOM TEA
10846 SW 104 ST, Miami FL 33176
Last inspected Jan 15, 2025 · 6 visits since October 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
NOV 23
JAN 24
MAY 24
OCT 24
JAN 25
— STEADY
5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $880
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022004759 | Dec 21, 2021 | Jun 16, 2022 | $200 |
| 1--2015043406 | Sep 22, 2015 | Oct 29, 2015 | $680 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jan 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat sauce inside reach in cooler in back area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink in back area near door. Operator provided soap.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing cleaning substance not labeled under prep table.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located in back area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle stored inside containers of flour and sugar. Operator removed cups.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled with dust above shelf in back prep area.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice bucket stored on floor near front counter. Operator picked up bucket.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of single service bowls stored on floor in kitchen. Operator picked up box and placed on shelf.
Stored food not covered. Observed raw beef stored uncovered inside of reach in freezer in back area.
Oct 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spoon and blender top stored inside of hand sink at front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment has no chemical test kit for chlorine.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef with no date mark inside of standing reach in cooler in kitchen area. As per operator beef was made 24 hours ago.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle stored inside containers of sugar and flour under prep table in back kitchen.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice bucket stored on floor near front counter.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer at front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour not labeled in back prep area.
May 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shrimp over ice cream stored inside the standing reach in freezer, located at the dry storage. Operator removed items, and placed them correctly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty kitchen utensils inside the hand sink, located at front counter. Operator removed dirty kitchen utensils.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Observed ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at front counter.
Observed interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris.
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris, located at preparation area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at front counter.
Nov 17, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
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. Discussed with employee and provided printed forms.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinking cup stored on top of preparation table near hand sink at front counter. Employee removed it.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged in food preparation without hair restraint.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed bottom of the reach in cooler soiled, located by the dry storage.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of to go plates stored on the floor at dry storage area, also a box of to go cups stored on the floor near reach in cooler located at front counter.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cook line
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on top of preparation table at back kitchen.
Oct 24, 2023Call 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. Operator unable to provide proof of CFM. Operator stated she has been here for a little more than a month and is going through the training and will take the exam in the near future.
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. Operator unable to. Provide proof of employee food safety training. Operator stated she has an employee that has been here for approx 2 years but other manager took the training certificates.
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.