CACAO EXPRESS
9032 NW 25 ST, Doral FL 33172 · 7864136512
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 10 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired Oct. 1st 2025.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phones on prep tables. Cells removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Jan 9, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate11 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired Oct. 1st 2025.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed ham stored with raw beef and pork in the same container at walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef stored over cases of vegetables at walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked shredded beef at reach in cooler at kitchen area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bottles of cleaning equipment stored in handwashing sinks kitchen prep area
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed cleaned sanitized not test kit available for chlorine sanitizer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sinks kitchen prep next to 3 compartment sink.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed some rusted shelves at prep tables kitchen area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed several trays of cooked pork/meat not date marked, as per staff for less than 7 days.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cleaned sanitized cooking utensils stored food contact first.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed cleaned sanitized employee at 3 compartment sink drinking from unenclosed beverage container.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal phone in prep table kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at both rear door exits.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed by walk in cooler entrance.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken cases stored on the floor at walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at some reach in cooler units with gaskets soiled.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at some parts of kitchen prep areas.
Sep 4, 2025□ 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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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed inside quinoa all throughout kitchen preparation area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at both rear door exit.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed across all throughout kitchen preparation area.
Jul 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed handwashing at employees bathroom and unit by 3 compartment sink.
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/. Observed establishment has add additional space and equipment changes without submitting to plan review.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork and beef cooked for less than seven days as per staff with not date marked at reach-in cooler unit
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed several reach-in cooler/freezers with soiled handles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed inside quinoa all throughout kitchen preparation area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at both rear door exit.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of liquid margarine stored in the kitchen floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at several reach in cooler units.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed several units in the kitchen with soiled interior.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed serving utensils stored food contact first at kitchen preparation table.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at flip top unit by preparation area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed across all throughout kitchen preparation area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed inside quinoa container with panko unlabeled at kitchen preparation area.
Nov 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises.
Sep 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cabbage at walk in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal scrub stored inside handwashing sink next to three compartment sink area, staff removed metal scrub.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed not paper towels at employees bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents soiled/rusted all throughout kitchen preparation area.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cleaned kitchen utensils stored not handle first at three compartment sink rack.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with marks not longer cleanable at drying rack by three compartment sink.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food stored at standing reach in freezer unit and walk in cooler mixed with food to be service to the public.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee engaged in food preparation without proper hair restraint, employee put hair net on.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed not ambient thermometer at reach in cooler across wok station
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets at unit across from wok station.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed all throughout kitchen preparation area.
Jun 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 dole pineapple can dented in the dry storage room.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee begin to engage in food preparation without washing his hand. Employee washed his hands properly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw shell eggs (65F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler for more than 4 hours. Operator discarded items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shell eggs (65F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler for more than 4 hours. Operator discarded items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled by the 3 compartment 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 employee named Yang hired 9 years ago and Wei hired 2 months ago.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. In the kitchen. Operator placed a cup of soap until batteries are bought.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed soiled cardboard used as lining in the walk in cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking under 3 compartment sink and handwashing sink.
Mar 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 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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Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed at hand wash sink by three compartment sink inside kitchen.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit at hand wash sink inside kitchen and inside employee restroom.
Feb 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate2 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.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed at hand wash sink by three compartment sink inside kitchen.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spry bottle with detergent not labeled on three compartment sink. Operator labeled spry bottle.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit at hand wash sink inside kitchen and inside employee restroom.
Food stored on floor. Observed soy sauce plastic containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed containers from floor.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled white reach in freezer interior located by dry storage shelf.
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.