CAFETERIA LESLEY
2258 NW 28 ST, Miami FL 33142 · 786.413.8957
Last inspected Jan 14, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
MAY 24
JUL 24
DEC 24
SEP 25
JAN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 13 points off where it started.
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
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019046956 | Sep 9, 2019 | Dec 3, 2020 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jan 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 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. Observed employee scratching their head and continuing to prep food no handwash.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed chicken inside "thank-you" bag inside the reach in freezer by dry storage.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout establishment.
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Open dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout establishment.
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed chicken inside "thank-you" bag inside the reach in freezer by dry storage.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed chicken stored over pork inside reach in freezer in dry storage area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beef and chicken in reach 8n freezer with no date mark.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair throughout establishment.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed alls soiled throughout kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic bottles with sauces/liquids and no labels.
Mar 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed improper ceiling tiles all throughout the kitchen.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in unisex restroom located in front of restaurant.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license from 2022 instead of current license.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall underneath the table in front of steam table.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed all throughout the kitchen.
Dec 27, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate7 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. Observed employee touching different surfaces, started working with food and utensils without washing hands. Employee. Was coached and washed her hands correctly.
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. Information was printed and provided.
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. Information was printed and provided.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed powder detergent small bag inside the hand sink. Owner moved it out.
Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet.
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. Observed chlorine test kit with missing comparison chart.
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. Missing certificates: Karina Marmolejos and Altagracia Pina.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed improper ceiling tiles all throughout the kitchen.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in unisex restroom located in front of restaurant.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license from 2022 instead of current license.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall underneath the table in front of steam table.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle. Operator removed them and placed in correct location.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork chops and fish being thawed in still water.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed all throughout the kitchen.
Jul 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash 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.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
May 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a tray on top of the sink. The owner removed it.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in the kitchen.
Dec 6, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed next to the hand washing sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing tiles in the kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic squeeze bottle with oil at the cooking line not labeled.
Nov 29, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed next to the hand washing sink.
Hot water at mop sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a water temperature of 83 F.
Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a water temperature of 83 F.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed in the restroom.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the establishment.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing tiles in the kitchen.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed next to the triple sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic squeeze bottle with oil at the cooking line not labeled.
Oct 26, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate8 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed meat in a shopping bag in the chest freezer in the back room.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork chops over tortillas in the refrigerator at the cook line. The cook moved the pork to the bottom shelf.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed next to the hand washing sink.
Hot water at mop sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a water temperature of 83° F.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed the cook washing her hands in the triple sink.
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. Form provided.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a empty milk container in the sink. The cook removed the container.
Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a water temperature of 83° F.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Form provided.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed in the restroom.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the establishment.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing tiles in the kitchen.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in a bag of ice in a chest freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed next to the triple sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic squeeze bottle with oil at the cooking line not labeled.
Oct 26, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef in non food grade bag in reach in freezer
No hot running water at three-compartment sink.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
No hot running water at mop sink.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed floor in storage/coffee area is in disrepair
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles of oil with no label
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.