CAFFE DI MAURO
1464 WASHINGTON AVE, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 786-351-4349
Last inspected Mar 26, 2026 · 6 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. The owner claims to have paid during the inspection confirmation number 236035829.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2016002077 | Jan 12, 2016 | Feb 3, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed some tags not dated.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled.
Oct 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed a reach in cooler gasket torn.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles with different liquids not labeled.
Mar 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed two mixing cups in the hand washing sink at the bar. The owner removed them.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at the reach in cooler across from the pizza oven.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gasket at the bar gasket torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed a large plastic container of cooking oil on the floor by the stairs.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the bar. The owner removed the scoop.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed some of the reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Oct 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Clam tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam tags not marked with last date served.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal and scouring pad in the hand sink at the bar.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of salt. The chef removed the bowl.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed on reach in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the ice machine door falls off when opening. Observed the reach in cooler gasket is torn at the bar. Observed the preparation reach in cooler at the front counter gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed two cases of plastic soda bottles on the floor by the stairs.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed four glass containers with different foods not labeled.
Apr 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw clams and mussels over pasta in the drawer reach in cooler at the end of cook line. The owner moved the pasta to the top drawers and seafood to the bottom.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. As per the owner the eggs were out outside approximately 20 minutes ago.The owner put them in a reach in cooler.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both unisex restrooms.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of salt. The owner removed it.
Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Observed a milk container in the ice machine. The manager removed it.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in a a water temperature of 80°F. The owner turned on the grill.
Oct 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 23 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority9 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 23 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. The owner claims to have paid during the inspection confirmation number 236035829.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a spray bottle with cat repellent on top of orange juice bottles next to the stairs. The owner removed the chemical.
Clam/mussel tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel tags not marked with last date served.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Observed in each in cooler drawer at the cook line. The cook found the tag and put it with the clams.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed two cups, bottle of water and a can of coke in the sink at the bar. Observed seven frying pans in the hand washing sink by the ware washing area. The owner had the items removed and the sinks cleaned.
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 and read and sign by the cook.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed on a cell phone.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed next to the hand washing sink next to the stairs. Observed by the ice machine in the ware washing room. The owner dated the filters.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at the bar and ware washing area. The owner had the bar ice machine cleaned during the inspection.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both unisex restrooms.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a plastic container sugar. The owner removed it and threw it away.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets torn at the bar next to ice bin.
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container of cooking oil plastic water bottles and juice bottles on the floor by the stairs.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 5 tongs on the oven doors. The chef removed the tongs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets soiled at the bar.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in the reach in cooler with the meat slicer is on top.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed several cases of Togo containers on the floor upstairs.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container with sugar and a container with salt not labeled on top of the reach in cooler on the back wall. The owner labeled the containers.
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.