CAFFE REAL CORP
2410 E 8 AVE, Hialeah FL 33013 · 7867178244
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections within 8 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter warmer egg and cheese sandwich (130F - Hot Holding); chicken croquettes (132F - Hot Holding); as per manger less than 3 hours, employee reheated product -ham croquettes (168F - Hot Holding).
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw prep steak on top unwashed lettuce inside reach in cooler at prep station. Employee removed and stored properly.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with windex not labeled behind front counter.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed cooking utensils inside plastic container not inverted next to 3 compartment sink. Employee inverted during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of oranges being stored on the floor behind front counter.
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Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed dumpster on side walk not on assigned area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Manager removed and stored inside( hot water 143F) container at flat grill.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled with food debris at cook line. Employee cleaned during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwashing sign not posted at handwashing sink across3 compartment sink.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee open soda can inside reach in cooler at prep area. Manager discarded during inspection.
Dec 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser not working properly, manager cleaned and added paper towels to dispenser behind front counter.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed soap dispenser not working properly at handwashing sink behind front counter. Manager added hand soap during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray with dish soap not labeled next to 3 compartment sink. Employee labeled during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with brown substance at cook line and 3 compartment sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal drink on top of preparation table next to walk in cooler. Employee removed and stored in designated area.
Food stored on floor. Observed box with oranges being stored on the floor behind front counter, Manager removed and stored properly.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife being stored between wall and metal plate next to 3 compartment sink. Employee removed and stored properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs being stored on metal bar and wall next to oven. Employee removed, washed and stored inisde clean container.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler at cook line soiled with food debris. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Dec 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with water marks at kitchen area.
Aug 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee provided during inspection.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Rolando, Milagro food training certification expired 09-01-24.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled next to 3 compartment sink. Employee lacked during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with water marks at kitchen area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal beverage container on top preparation table in kitchen area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor in kitchen area soiled with food debris.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic white bucket with dulce de leche being stored on the floor inside walk in freezer.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris at preparation area. Employee cleaned properly during inspection.
Stored food not covered. Observed plastic container with sugar not covered next to oven, manager covered container during inspection.
Dec 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink with food residue inside sink. Behind front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with water marks at kitchen area.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris in front of oven.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water on the floor in front of front counter.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed on the ground card board boxes around the dumpster area.
Open dumpster lid.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with sugar not labeled next to coffee station, manager labeled product during inspection.
Jul 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter warmer egg and cheese sandwich (130F - Hot Holding); chicken croquettes (132F - Hot Holding); as per manger less than 3 hours, employee reheated product -ham croquettes (168F - Hot Holding).
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink across from 3 compartment sink. Employee provided paper towels during inspection.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed tiles in kitchen area stained with water marks.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed cooking utensils not inverted next to 3 compartment sink. Employee inverted utensils during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees handling food without hairs restraints. Manager provided hair net during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions stored on the floor inside walk in cooler. Manager stored product properly during inspection.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed inside ice maker behind front counter, Employee removed and stored properly.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed 2 plastic bottles of water inside reach in cooler in kitchen area. Employee removed bottles of water during inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with sugar not labeled in preparation table across from walk in cooler. Employee labeled product properly.
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee open door, touched personal drink bottle, and stared cutting guava and cheese pastries with out washing hands before changing gloves. Manager coached employees on proper glove use and hand washing.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Manager provided soap.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open soda can on top of prep table at kitchen. Manager discarded drink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees preparing food no hair restraints.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing plates and utensils not in correct order.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of cream cheese stored on the floor inside walk-in cooler. Manager stored food six inches above the ground.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Emily stored ice scoop with handle upwards.
Light not functioning. Observed inside walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of prep table at 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.