CAFE 74
7850 NW 74 STREET, Medley FL 33166 · (305)591-0010
Last inspected Jan 13, 2026 · 6 visits since July 2023
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside reach in cooler by three compartment sink. Operator stored them correctly.
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1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2014039106 | Aug 6, 2014 | Jul 6, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jan 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 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 beef over sauce container inside reach in cooler. Operator stored products as per safety storage requirements.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bacon (45 F - Cold Holding); sausage (45 F - Cold Holding) outside in kitchen. As per Operator both have been outside for 30 minutes. Operator placed both inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS inside kitchen. Operator provided soap.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed fish bags stored inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator removed fish from bags.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on prep table by dry storage.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed dry storage floor soiled.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed rice container lid completely broken in dry storage.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer in dry storage.
Stored food not covered. Observed black beans container uncovered inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator covered container.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen.
Aug 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Operator washed thermometer.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs over raw shrimps inside reach in cooler by kitchen entrance. Operator stored products according to safety protocols.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork not date marked inside reach in cooler by kitchen entrance. As per Operator pork was cooked last Saturday August 23rd, 2025. Operator date marked container.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board by deep fryers.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floor behind steam table and inside dry storage.
Food stored on floor. Observed Black beans container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer interior dry storage.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside microwave on shelf by three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled black beans container inside dry storage. Also, observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets by kitchen back door.
Stored food not covered. Observed pork container uncovered inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator covered container.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves with rust inside reach in freezer by kitchen back door.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. Operator stored towels inside bucket with sanitizer.
Feb 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork over tomatoes inside reach in cooler. Operator stored products correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed liquid eggs (45 F - Cold Holding) inside kitchen. As per Operator eggs have been outside for 40 minutes. Operator placed container inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ground beef not date marked inside reach in cooler. As per Operator ground beef was cooked last Saturday February 8th, 2024. Operator date marked ground beef container.
Food stored on floor. Observed a chicken box stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed box from floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer in dry storage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shells inside dry storage.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside reach in cooler by kitchen entrance.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bacon box thawing at room temperature inside dry storage. Operator placed box in reach in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil and margarine bottles unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled bottles.
Aug 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked sauce inside reach in cooler by kitchen back door. Operator stored products correctly.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink inside kitchen. Operator provided soap.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ground beef not date marked inside reach in cooler inside kitchen. As per Operator ground beef was cooked last Thursday August 1st, 2024. Operator date marked container.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed both white cutting boards inside kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint. Operator provided to employee a hair restraint.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed inside dry storage.
Stored food not covered. Observed pork chops and black beans containers uncovered inside reach in cooler by kitchen entrance. Operator covered containers.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed tostones and bacon thawing at room temperature inside kitchen. Operator stored both products inside reach in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. Operator stored towels inside bucket with sanitizer.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container on shelf inside dry storage. Operator labeled container.
Feb 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed at reach in cooler at entrance of kitchen, pot of black beans (51F - Cooling). As per operator black beans were prepared the afternoon before and placed into cooler over night.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler, raw chicken stored over cooked chicken. Observed in reach in freezer, raw chicken stored over packages of Mamey. Employee removed items and placed in correct stored order.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee handle dirty dishes and proceeded to plate customers food without washing hands. Employee was trained by inspector and washed hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed at reach in cooler at entrance of kitchen, pot of black beans (51F - Cooling). As per operator black beans were prepared the afternoon before and placed into cooler over night.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter coffee station gallon of milk (51F - Cold Holding), as per operator was placed less than 40 minutes. Operator placed into cooler to cool. Observed at kitchen area prep table, pooled eggs (73F - Cold Holding). As per operator wash placed less than 1 hour ago. Operator placed item into ice baths to cool.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed meat slicer soiled with food build up.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap available at both hand wash sinks in the establishments front counter and kitchen area. Employee provided soap.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at prep counter above reach in cooler in kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled in dry storage area and behind cooking equipment.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed cardboard boxes discarded around dumpster area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall under the hand wash sink located at the entrance of the kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at rear of kitchen, white chest reach in freezer.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed at front counter, ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. Operator removed and stored upright into ice.
Open dumpster lid. Owner closed lid during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed all reach in coolers in kitchen area soiled with food build up.
Stored food not covered. Observed in standing reach in cooler containers of ham black beans and sausages not covered. Employee placed plastic wrap over top of the items during inspection.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in bucket at entrance of kitchen.
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking eggs and handling margarine without washing hands.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored directly in thank you bags in reach in freezer by kitchen back door. Operator moved chicken to a food graded bag.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside reach in cooler by three compartment sink. Operator stored them correctly.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed foam cup stored inside sugar container at front counter. Operator removed cup.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean pots not inverted under steam table. Operator inverted them.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on reach in cooler inside kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed inside dry storage.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water stored on small room floor by women's restroom. Operator removed them from floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer in dry storage.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator removed towel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled salt and sugar containers on shelf inside dry storage. Also, observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets by three compartment sink.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed by three compartment sink.
Stored food not covered. Observed black beans container not covered inside reach in cooler by kitchen entrance door. Operator covered container.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed on front counter floor. Operator removed it from floor.
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