CAFE QUE RICO LLC
1822 NE MIAMI GARDENS DR, Miami FL 33179 · 305-300-9874
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Observed bread stored directly in thank you bags.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
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Hole in wall on kitchen area.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil food residues. Manager instructed employe to clean.
Mar 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed plantains in kitchen reach in cooler. Chef rearranged.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Observed case of oil stored on floor in kitchen area.
Water leaking from AC pipe in dining room.
Dec 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Observed establishment open and operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 10/1/25.
Observed raw beef stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in reach in cooler.
Observed raw chicken stored in sanitizer bucket.
Observed prep table in kitchen shelf with rust.
Observed various cooked foods prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Observed Employee personal food located in reach in cooler not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
Dec 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef being stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
Observed prep shelf with rust. Located in kitchen area.
Jul 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef being stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed manager certification for Ana Rementol expired as of 2/4/25.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed chef using handwashing sink in kitchen area as a dump sink. Advised manager who then coached employee and instructed her to clean 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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area.
Observed prep shelf with rust. Located in kitchen area.
Observed hood filters with accumulated grease buildup.
Dec 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pitcher being stored in hand washing sink. Chef removed.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Hole in wall. Located next to kitchen reach in cooler.
Reach-in freezer interior has an accumulation of soil residues.
Jul 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef being stored over diced tomatoes. Manager rearranged.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed sliced ham thawing at room temperature. Located on prep table.
Feb 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Omega 3 being stored on shelf next to clean dishes.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw meat stored in thank you bags. Located in reach in freezer.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Located on prep table next to flat grill.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dishes being stored in hand washing sink behind front counter. Manager removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located behind front counter.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in standing water. Located in 3 compartment sink.
Aug 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water was 72°F and located on prep table in kitchen area.
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.