CAFE FRAPPE
6525 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach FL 33141 · 305-867-5000
Last inspected Apr 14, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 52 points better than where it started.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024027520 | Jan 16, 2024 | Jul 18, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guards soiled with dust debris. Observed gaskets in reach in coolers at cook line soiled old food debris.
Feb 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink near 3 compartment sink blocked with ice buckets. Chef removed buckets.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the following employees have been hired more than 60 with no proof of food handlers training: Maria Delcid, Claudia Toledo, Fernanda, Sergio Sola, Leyanos Tavares, Osvaldo Lorenzo.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents above dish machine area soiled with dust debris.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of plastic tea bottles stored on floor at bar.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of chest freezer in prep room.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handles. Chef removed tongs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guards soiled with dust debris. Observed gaskets in reach in coolers at cook line soiled old food debris.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed takeout containers stored on floor inside of dry storage room.
Jul 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal cellphone stored on prep table near hand wash sink in kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic jug of oil stored on floor at kitchen.
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed cut melons, muffins and salad at buffet area lacking adequate sneezeguards.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink at cook line.
Nov 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile above dish machine showing water damage.
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 commercially processed tuna, salmon and fish not removed from original packaging. Employee removed items from original packaging.
Jan 16, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed missing sneeze guards at the buffet area to protect the food items: open yogurt, shredded lettuce, croutons. cut water melon, grapes, bread and multiple pastries.
No plan review submitted and approved - new kitchen and Buffet areas added. 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 a preparation area in 5th floor the kitchen with oven, stove, 1 freezer, 2 coolers, prep sink, coffee machine, hot cabinet, the hand sink and storage area for dry goods. Also observed a new kitchen with coolers, walk in cooler. oven, 3 compartment sink, prep sink, ice machine and storage area for dry goods at the basement by the water heater room.
Nov 20, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed missing sneeze guards at the buffet area to protect the food items: open yogurt, shredded lettuce, croutons. cut water melon, grapes, bread and multiple pastries.
No plan review submitted and approved - new kitchen and Buffet areas added. 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 a preparation area in 5th floor the kitchen with oven, stove, 1 freezer, 2 coolers, prep sink, coffee machine, hot cabinet, the hand sink and storage area for dry goods. Also observed a new kitchen with coolers, walk in cooler. oven, 3 compartment sink, prep sink, ice machine and storage area for dry goods at the basement by the water heater room.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the storage area for dry goods.
Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed at the 2 dry storage areas ( 5th floor and basement).
Nov 8, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed new employee washing dishes, but omitting sanitization process. Employee was explained about the correct steps when conducting manual warewashing. Manager set up the 3 compartment sink with chlorine sanitizer 50 ppm and submerged the plates in there.
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed missing sneeze guards at the buffet area to protect the food items: open yogurt, shredded lettuce, croutons. cut water melon, grapes, bread and multiple pastries.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed missing hand sink at the prep area located at the basement.
No plan review submitted and approved - new kitchen and Buffet areas added. 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 a preparation area in 5th floor the kitchen with oven, stove, 1 freezer, 2 coolers, prep sink, coffee machine, hot cabinet, the hand sink and storage area for dry goods. Also observed a new kitchen with coolers, walk in cooler. oven, 3 compartment sink, prep sink, ice machine and storage area for dry goods at the basement by the water heater room.
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.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the storage area for dry goods.
Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed at the 2 dry storage areas ( 5th floor and basement).
Nov 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority8 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed new employee washing dishes, but omitting sanitization process. Employee was explained about the correct steps when conducting manual warewashing. Manager set up the 3 compartment sink with chlorine sanitizer 50 ppm and submerged the plates in there.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs above produce in the walk in cooler at the basement. Manager inverted the storage order.
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed missing sneeze guards at the buffet area to protect the food items: open yogurt, shredded lettuce, croutons. cut water melon, grapes, bread and multiple pastries.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham (62 F - Cold Holding); sliced turkey (63 F - Cold Holding); diced cheese (66 F - Cold Holding), cream cheese (67 F - Cold Holding); butter (66 F - Cold Holding) all items for less than 4 hrs. Manager transferred all those items to reach in freezer to lower the temperature faster.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed missing hand sink at the prep area located at the basement.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Missing manager certificate on premises.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing test kit to check sanitizer concentration.
No plan review submitted and approved - new kitchen and Buffet areas added. 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 a preparation area in 5th floor the kitchen with oven, stove, 1 freezer, 2 coolers, prep sink, coffee machine, hot cabinet, the hand sink and storage area for dry goods. Also observed a new kitchen with coolers, walk in cooler. oven, 3 compartment sink, prep sink, ice machine and storage area for dry goods at the basement by the water heater room.
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.
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.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Procedure was provided and completed.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed unwrapped apples at the buffet line for customer self service.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the storage area for dry goods.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed clean jar stored by the hand sink exposed to splash. ( underneath the front counter area).
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone next to clean glasses.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoops stored on the top of the DM. Scoops were sent to 3 compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing sign at the all hand sink stations.
Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed at the 2 dry storage areas ( 5th floor and basement).
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.