CAFE PRIMA PASTA
414 71 ST, Miami Beach FL 33141 · (305)867-0106
Last inspected May 13, 2026 · 7 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections within 25 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Operator was provided with handout.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed 2 hose bibbs near ice machine missing backflow preventers.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink near dish machine area. Operator provided soap.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with bleach near walk in cooler missing label.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling over dish machine area soiled.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach freezer and chest freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled with dust debris.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler with rust.
Nov 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed tray of raw meatballs stored over cooked eggplant on speed rack in walk in cooler. Employee placed items in correct storage order.
Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler at prep area soiled with old food debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label stuck on clean container near dish machine area. Employee removed label.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler with rust.
Apr 29, 2025Inspection 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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Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Observed gasket in reach in freezer near walk in cooler in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of potatoes and raw beef stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Dec 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs above heavy cream inside walk in cooler. Employee inverted the products.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test kit.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked lid used to cover food.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife in between coolers. Employee moved and washed it.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel underneath cutting board in front of the cook line. Employee replaced it for food grade plastic mat.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing sign at the coffee station. Sign was posted.
Jun 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed missing backflow at the hose connection located outside by the entrance.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using the Bar hand sink to hold utensils. Employee removed all of them immediately.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towel at the coffee station. Person in charge restocked the station.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical products inside spray bottles without labels. Employee labeled the bottles immediately.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot running water at the hand sink located at the coffee station.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed 2 oz plastic container to scoop seasoning.
Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed gaskets in disrepair on equipments located behind the salad station.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet towels under cutting boards in the kitchen area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing sign at one of the hand sink located in the women restroom.
May 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed no mop sink at establishment. As per operator, mop sink was removed.
Mar 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose bibb near dish washing area missing backflow preventer.
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. Operator was provided with handout.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris. Employee washed, rinsed and sanitized the can opener.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand was sink at bar. Manager provided paper towels.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with window cleaner not labeled in dry storage near ice machine. Employee labeled spray bottle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed missing hand wash signs at woman's restroom.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed no mop sink at establishment. As per operator, mop sink was removed.
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.