CAFE LA CLAVE
1000 E 47 ST, Hialeah FL 33013 · 305-310-3986
Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
MAR 25
APR 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
JUL 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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 24, 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
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled worn water marks inside men bathroom.
Jul 16, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue. Observed at kitchen area. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Observed probe thermometer soiled with grease at cook line. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with sauce residue at prep area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled at cook line. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed women toilet lid broken.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled worn water marks inside men bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board with cut marks at prep area. Manager discarded during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease residue under cooking equipment, also observed food residue under metal racks inside walk in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on preparation table next to flat bread grill. Employee removed and stored on clean container.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled with food debris behind front counter, employee cleaned during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door and side soiled with grease.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled with juice and food debris at cook line.
Feb 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cooked pasta next to raw chicken inside reach in cooler at cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed metal container with tomatoes sauce labeled for more than 7 days. Manager discarded product during inspection.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed metal container with tomatoes sauce labeled for more than 7 days. Manager discarded product during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee provided during inspection.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed cooking utensils at cookiline inside plastic container not inverted. Employee inverted during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris inside walk in freezer.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of watermelon water being stored on the floor behind front counter. Manager removed and stored properly.
Oct 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked rice being stored inside thank you bags inside walk in cooler. Manager removed and stored inside metal container.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on top ice machine, manager removed, washed and stored properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs on top cart at cookline, employees removed and stored properly.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Operator provided plug and installed during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sink behind front counter. Manager provided sign and posted.
Apr 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chi on top of unwashed potatoes inside walk on cooler. Manager removed and stored properly. Coached manager and employees on proper storage.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board with cut marks at preparation table in kitchen area. Manager discarded during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food inside walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed bottles of drinking water being stored on the floor next to dining area. Manager removed and stored properly.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at front counter handwashing sink.
Mar 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken on top of cooked rice inside walk-in cooler, Manager removed and stored properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed clean plates inside handwashing sink behind front counter, manager removed and stored properly.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled next to hand washing behind front counter. Manager labeled during inspection.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates not inverted on top front counter. Manager inverted during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without a hair restraint,manager provided hair net during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris inside walk in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris behind front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with sugar not labeled behind front counter. Manager labeled properly during inspection.
Nov 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate7 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 used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty dishes on top handwashing, manager removed and stored properly.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean dishes on top preparation table not inverted, manager inverted during inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook handling food without a hair restraint. Manager provided hairnet during inspection.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee personal bottle water inside reach in cooler at front counter, employee removed and discarded it.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with sugar not labeled at front counter, employee labeled during inspection.
Jun 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs being stored on top box of oranges inside walk in cooler, manager removed product and stored properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish being stored over cooked chicken inside walk in cooler, manager removed product and stored it properly. Provided operator with how to store product handout via email.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without a hair restraint. Manager provided hair restraint during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign on handwashing sink behind service window. Also next to 3 compartment sink. Employee provide signs for both sinks during inspection.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed 2 employees bottle water inside reach in cooler next to steam table. Manager removed it during inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 3 plastic containers with sugar, rice, and red beans in kitchen area without labels. Operator labeled product properly during inspection.
Jul 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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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 stored raw steak in shelves inside walk in cooler. Employee rearranged properly during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed empanadas (132F - Hot Holding); croquettes (129F - Hot Holding) as per employee less than 2 hours, employee increased temperature during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting board.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed by Togo window. Employee restocked during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed by Togo window. Employee restocked during inspection
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in rice container,employee removed during inspection.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under equipment in kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on floor in kitchen area, employee rearranged properly during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed by Togo window. Employee restocked during inspection
Standing water in bottom of walk in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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