CAFFE ITALIA
3800 SW 8 ST, Miami FL 33134 · (305)443-8122
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
AUG 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
APR 26
AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phones on prep tables.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
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In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Open dumpster lid.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under hot running water.
Apr 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Employee cleaned the machine while conducting the inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Gaskets need a deep cleaning..
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed at storage area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at dishwashing area and storage area.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Operator fixed the faucet.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Single-service articles improperly stored.
Feb 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed spatulas burn.
Food stored on floor. Observed at walk in freezer a box with fish.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.oven soiled on sides.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Kitchen.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Three compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Cook line.
Mar 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed two bottles of wine stored in drinking ice. Employee discarded the ice.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handle at reach in cooler at cook line soiled.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. A bag with carrots, employee storage the bags.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. At cook line.
Sep 15, 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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Chef took it to the three compartment. soiled.
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 while conducting inspection.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Kitchen.
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.