CAFE PAPILLON
244 BISCAYNE BLVD N-2, Miami FL 33132
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
AUG 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2016032986 | Jun 2, 2016 | Aug 5, 2016 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 16 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs (89F - Cold Holding) as per operator less than three hours, located next to flat grill kitchen. Operator stored inside reach in cooler.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed operator handled soiled dishes or utensils and then prepared food without washing hands. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed liquid eggs located near flat grill kitchen (62F - Cold Holding) as per operator less than two hours. Operator stored inside reach in cooler.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked hash browns (74F - Hot Holding) as per operator less than two hours.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed three cases of shopping bas, take-out containers blocking hand was sink kitchen. Located kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wet towels inside hand wash sink.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Carlos Manuel.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed black beans, cooked potatoes cooked chicken not date marked inside reach in cooler near three compartments sink. As per operator was made two days ago.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with vinager, degreaser not labeled located front counter area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling tile missing.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled tin foil used as shelf cover located under flat grill kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located cook line area.
Feb 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands.
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs (89F - Cold Holding) as per operator less than two hours, located next to flat grill kitchen. Operator stored inside reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked hash browns (74F - Cold Holding) as per operator less than two hours. Operator store inside reach in cooler kitchen.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic containers inside hand wash sink located front counter area. Operator removed during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed plastic bottles of bleach not labeled. Operator labeled during inspection.
Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Located near three compartments sink and microwave kitchen.
Sep 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs (81F - Cold Holding) more than 24 hours. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed shell eggs (81F - Cold Holding) more than 24 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed liquid eggs (69F - Cold Holding) as per operator less than two hours, located next to flat grill kitchen. Operator stored inside reach in cooler.
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.
Ceiling tile missing.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator provided during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of pineapple stored directly on floor under prep table.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed liquid eggs (51F - Cold Holding) as per operator less than two hours, located next to flat grill kitchen. Operator stored inside reach 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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed coffee cups and plastic container with sponge inside hand wash sink located from counter area. Also observed plastic container with aprons inside hand wash sink located kitchen. Operator removed during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Cooked rice, black beans, cooked chicken inside reach in cooler. As per operator items were prepared from the previous two days ago not properly date marked.
Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Aug 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Shell eggs over unwashed tomatoes. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs (67F - Cold Holding) as per operator less than four hours, located next to flat grill kitchen. Operator stored inside reach in cooler.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils inside hand wash sink located from counter area. Operator removed.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Daniel Gonzalez.
Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee Women bathroom.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw beef store inside three compartment sink in standing water. Operator open faucet for running water.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located at cook line area. Operator stored inside in sanitizing solution.
Apr 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Motrin locate on top of reach in cooler kitchen.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs at (58F - Cold Holding) Holding) less than four hours,located next to flat grill kitchen. Operator stored inside reach in cooler.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container with sponge inside hand wash sink located from counter area. Also observed plastic bag inside hand wash sink and to go boxes plastic container blocked hand wash sink located kitchen. Operator removed during inspection
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. Operator provided.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. George Quintana, Daniel Gonzalez.
Ceiling tile missing.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Food stored on floor. Plastic bottles of vintage and cooked oil.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Located near dishwasher machine.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together.
Mar 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Alcohol and Motrin locate on top of reach in cooler. Operator removed during inspection.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs at (80F - Cold Holding) less than four hours,located next to flat grill kitchen. Operator stored inside reach in cooler.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container with sponge inside hand wash sink located from counter area. Also observed scale and plastic bag inside hand wash sink and boxes of to go plastic container blocked hand wash sink located kitchen. Operator removed during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked rice, black beans, cooked chicken inside reach in cooler. As per operator items were prepared from the previous two days ago. with no date marked.
Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Plastic bottles of vintage.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Dec 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority9 Intermediate9 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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in freezer inside.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed blender inside hand wash sink located from counter area. Also observed discard flat grill in disrepair blocked hand wash sink located kitchen. Operator removed during inspection.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter area and kitchen area. Operator provided during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Maria M Ojeda.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef and cooked rice no date marked inside reach in cooler kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bleach.
Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler in disrepair storage boxes of plastic utensils located from counter area also reach in cooler kitchen in disrepair.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with mayonnaise, soy sauce, cooking wine, cases of pineapple store directly on floor located kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Kitchen.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed reach in freezer open located in the dining room area.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed cracks plastic pan. Operator discard during inspection.
Jul 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Tylenol located cook line area. Operator removed during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed gallon of milk (49F - Cold Holding) stored near coffee machine. Less than four hours. Operator stored inside reach in cool.
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.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. Operator provided during inspection.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Yurdania Austria.
Ceiling tile missing.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Located front counter area. Observed reach in cooler in disrepair storage boxes of plastic utensils.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed bottle of water located on top of prep table cook line area. Operator discard during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with mayonnaise, soy sauce, cooking wine store on floor kitchen.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed reach in freezer open located in the dining room area.
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