CA BY CAFE AMERICANO
701 S MIAMI AVE 360 B, Miami FL 33130 · 786.298.9642
Last inspected May 12, 2026 · 7 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
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.
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.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Jan 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled at kitchen area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted at shelf at entrance to warewashing area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board grooved at prep area grooved.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler gaskets soiled.
Nov 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed green cutting board soiled at prep area grooved.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic pitcher inside hand washing sink at cook line. Pitcher was removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing at cook line.
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 Katherine, Lorena, Veronica, William, Juan, and Luis working for more than 69 days with no food handlers training.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar hand washing sinks.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled at kitchen area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted at shelf at entrance to warewashing area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board grooved at prep area grooved.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Served staff wearing watch while doing food preparation at cook line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on metal containers stacked at warewashing area shelf.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at ice bin at bar area. Scoop was stored correctly.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing sink near bar entrance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler gaskets soiled.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizing bucket bucket with a quaternary concentration of 500 ppm. Corrected to 200 ppm.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed white powder at preparation area with no labels.
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen beef in standing water thawing in Progress.
Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Food preparation station, poor lighting.
Oct 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher at 0 ppm, operator run dishwasher several times final reading 50ppm.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided to operator via email.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pans not inverted on shelf at cook line.
Apr 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at wall in bar area.
Mar 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. At the time of the inspection observed establishment serves raw seabass fish ceviche. No parasite destruction letter provided. As per invoice from Halperns Steak and Seafood, fish needs to be fully cooked prior to human consumption.
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 to manager during inspection. Manager printed and posted.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
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 to manager during inspection. Manager printed and staff signed.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bag of calamari thawing at room temp.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at wall in bar area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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.