CAPRI BY MAYAMEX
935 N KROME AVE, Florida City FL 33034 · 7867383120
Last inspected Mar 5, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 37 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed insecticide for roaches stored on shelf by the dishwasher area.
★ 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--2019046639 | Sep 10, 2019 | Oct 16, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining container of cilantro inside reach in cooler on Mexican side. Operator removed paper towel.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw steak inside non food grade bag inside walk in cooler on Mexican side. Operator removed steak from bag.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed cooked breaded chicken stored inside same container as raw breaded chicken in reach in cooler on Italian side kitchen. Operator voluntarily discarded cooked chicken.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter at mop sink missing vacuum breakers.
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Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 500+ppm). Operator reset sink for final concentration Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm) and called technician to calibrate chemicals.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink in pizza prep area blocked by speed rack. Operator removed rack.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser unable to dispense paper towels in pizza prep area. Operator fixed dispenser.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at Italian side kitchen.
Oct 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed tomatillos inside walk in cooler. Operator relocated products.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over washed mushrooms inside standing reach in cooler by cook line on Italian side of kitchen.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter at mop sink missing vacuum breakers.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by speed rack in pizza area. Operator moved rack.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in pizza area. Operator provided paper towels.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside white chest freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Mar 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed insecticide for roaches stored on shelf by the dishwasher area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed pasta date marked on 3/4 inside the walk in cooler. Stop sale was issued.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed a paint brush with metal inside the oil at the pizza station. Operator discarded it.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed ribs inside the reach in freezer not date marked.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken wings and rice inside the walk in cooler not date marked. As per operator cooked over 24 hours.
2 Employee beverage container on a food preparation table in the kitchen area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed utensils not stored inverted by the dishwasher machine.
Stored food not covered. Observed French fries inside walk in cooler not covered. Employee covered them.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with salt not identified in the pizza station. Employee labeled the salt.
Aug 9, 2024Inspection 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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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink by the pizza station.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed tacos inside the reach in freezer not date marked. Employee date marked the tacos.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed eggplants inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per employee food was cooked 2 days ago.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Hair restraint was provided.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple boxes stored on the floor of the walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth in preparation table.
Aug 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed breaded eggplants date marked on 03/09/2023. Stop sale was issued.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed breaded eggplants date marked on 03/09/2023. Stop sale was issued.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta not date marked inside the walk in cooler. As per employee pasta was cooked on Tuesday.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gasket torn ( capri kitchen)
Food stored on floor. Observed a bucket with food stored on the floor if the walk in freezer.
Mar 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Operator was advised to sell raw fish. They agreed to cook the fish until they change distributor and provide parasite destruction letter.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed breaded eggplants date marked on 03/09/2023. Stop sale was issued.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed breaded eggplants date marked on 03/09/2023. Stop sale was issued.
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 was provided.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviche it is. It identified as raw in the menu.
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.
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. Operator was not able to provide firm.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta not date marked inside the walk in cooler. As per employee pasta was cooked on Tuesday.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a thermo stored above food inside the reach in cooler. Operator removed it.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gasket torn ( capri kitchen)
Food stored on floor. Observed a bucket with food stored on the floor if the walk in freezer.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed tongs above salad inside the reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef stored in preparation table defrosting. I advised the operator the only 2 ways to thaw the food. Employee placed food inside walk in cooler.
Aug 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/. Observed establishment has been operating without a license.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Operator washed it.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per operator it was cooked on Saturday.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at the second walk in cooler. Operator cleared the water.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on top of the ice machine.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at the top trade of the reach in cooler by the walk in cooler.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed 2 bottles of cleaning products stored on top of the preparation table next to the grill. Operator removed them.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop inside the bucket.
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.