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CAFECITO EL EDEN

5901 NW 151 ST UNIT 104B, Miami Lakes FL 33014 · 786-486-6892

Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats14
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2337498
Grade history
SEP 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
DEC 25
AUG 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over empanadas, inside reach in cooler. Operator properly stored it.
High priority/08A-20-5/Warning
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Aug 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced paper towel during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced soap during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Dec 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Sep 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs on top of preparation table for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator placed inside reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty utensils stored in hand sink. Operator removed it.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser with not label.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation
Jan 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bag of frozen plantains on hand sink, operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt containers.
Basic/02D-01-5
Sep 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed croquettes (122F - Hot Holding); beef empanadas (126F - Hot Holding, for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator increased equipment temperature during inspection.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty towels and dirty dishes stored in hand sink. Operator removed it.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 6, 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
Show 3 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef empanadas (122°F - Hot Holding); croquettes (112F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding box for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator increased equipment temperature.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Dec 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 29, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Operator unable to provide invoice for tamales.
High priority/01A-05-4/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over empanadas, inside reach in cooler. Operator properly stored it.
High priority/08A-20-5/Warning
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employees answered phone call and touched bread to prepare a sandwich without change gloves, operator properly washed hands and changed gloves.
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Operator unable to provide invoice for tamales.
High priority/01B-04-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham empanadas (114°F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding display box, also ground beef (110°F - Hot Holding) inside portable steam table. Operator increased equipment temperature.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
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. Employees name Teresa, Yanelis.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. On hand wash sink located by the cook line. Operator refilled a bottle of soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on preparation table located at the front line, operator properly stored it.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go container on dry storage floor.
Basic/25-05-4/Warning

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.