CAFECITO MADRID SHOP LLC
58 E 5 ST, Hialeah FL 33010 · 3052137411
Last inspected Feb 11, 2026 · 6 visits since February 2024
4 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.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015006448 | Jan 21, 2015 | Feb 26, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled at mini reach in cooler next to preparation table.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand wash sink. Operator provided during inspection.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Ivonne and Consuelo hired for more than 60 days with no proof of food handler training.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around preparation area.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed 2 employees engaged in food preparation touching dirty surfaces and not changing gloves after. Also observed 1 employee washing hands with gloves on.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw Bacon (50F - Cold Holding); Sliced Ham (47F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator for less than 4 hours.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled at mini reach in cooler next to preparation table.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand wash sink. Operator provided during inspection.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Ivonne and Consuelo hired for more than 60 days with no proof of food handler training.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around preparation area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed 1 bottle of water on top of preparation table at protein shakes station.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation wearing a watch while preparing food.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation with not hair restraint.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at ice machine next to triple sink.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop inside container touching food.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. By the kitchen area.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above unwashed tomatoes, employee stored properly.
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. Provided form during inspection.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Tamara Puig certificate expired on 12/18/2023.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
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.