CAFE COLON
969 PALM AVE, Hialeah FL 33010
Last inspected May 20, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
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MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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
8 visits, newest first
May 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 17, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with mold like substance at front counter.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around kitchen area.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed holes on ceiling tiles at kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage at kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside chest freezers at kitchen area and front counter.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed no mop sink at establishment.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Mar 16, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority8 Intermediate13 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork stored on top of unwashed limes at walk in cooler.
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 and print to operator during inspection.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at 78 degrees Fahrenheit at kitchen area. Operator let the water run for over 3 minutes.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area. Operator provided paper towel during inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Observed Yudeiky R. with no employee health agreement. As per operator working for less than a week. Provided and print employee health agreement during inspection. Employee signed during inspection.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed preparation table rusty at kitchen area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not labeled next to hand wash sink at kitchen area. Employee labeled during inspection.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water at 78 degrees Fahrenheit at kitchen area. Operator let the water run for over 3 minutes. Observed no hot water in the whole establishment.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with mold like substance at front counter.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around kitchen area.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed holes on ceiling tiles at kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage at kitchen area.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pots stored on the floor under preparation table at kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil case stored on the floor at kitchen area. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside chest freezers at kitchen area and front counter.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoops on top of dirty surface on top of ice machine at front counter. Operator washed and stored inside clean container at front counter.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed no mop sink at establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at kitchen area. Also observed chest freezer gasket soiled next to walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Oct 27, 2025Inspection 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 cooking pot inside hand sink. Operator removed the item.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at employee restroom. Operator provided.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not properly labeled next to hand sink.operator properly labeled.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at employee restroom.
Food stored on floor. On case of lemons stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Operator placed at 6 inches from floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed next to washing area,
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed small chest freezer gaskets soiled at kitchen.
Jan 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Food stored on floor. Observed 4 cases of water stored on the floor, near the walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at cooking line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed 2 doors standing reach in cooler interior soiled.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken at the men's bathroom.
Aug 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork belly over case of tomato, located at walk in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ice buildup in chest freezer, located near the walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at men's bathroom.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
Jun 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 plastic containers with oil stored on the floor near the preparation area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at cooking line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at men's, and women's bathroom.
Feb 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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 hot running water at three-compartment sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath kitchen fryers.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Kitchen RIC.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Kitchen RIC.
Stored food not covered. Observed cook food not covered inside Walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
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