CAYARD'S BAKERY
12801 WEST DIXIE HWY, North Miami FL 33161 · 305-893-1800
Last inspected Dec 15, 2025 · 10 visits since August 2023
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DEC 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live rodent present. Observed 1 live rodent behind oven in kitchen area.
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Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $2,800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025068900 | Sep 16, 2025 | Nov 3, 2025 | $400 |
| 1--2019028535 | May 30, 2019 | Jul 12, 2019 | $800 |
| 1--2017057165 | Nov 27, 2017 | Jan 17, 2018 | $800 |
| 1--2016024803 | May 23, 2016 | Jan 6, 2017 | — |
| 1--2015016359 | Apr 7, 2015 | Jun 4, 2015 | $800 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Dec 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
No soap provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink in bakery room. Manager provided it.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked: Chicken, turkey, pork, and rice held for more than 24/hrs without date marked inside walk in cooler.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Food debris inside walk behind reach in cooler in kitchen area.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Plastic container containers with food on the floor inside walk in cooler. Plastic container with oil on the floor at dry storage room.
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Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Grease inside oven.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In bakery room.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris inside walk inside reach in cooler in bakery room.
Nov 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Debris in kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Grease inside oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Sep 25, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Sep 24, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dead roaches on premises. Observed 12 dead roaches in the kitchen area. Observed 4 dead roaches under mop sink.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases with meat on the inside walk in freezer.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Missing light shield.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Sep 18, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 14 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Live rodent present. Observed 1 live rodent behind oven in kitchen area.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 10 plus rodent droppings under flour mixer in kitchen area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Flour mixer soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper dispenser inside the restroom.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 12 dead roaches in the kitchen area. Observed 4 dead roaches under mop sink.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Grease under cooking equipments.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases with meat on the inside walk in freezer.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Grease on ground around grease receptacle.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hike in wall in kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Missing light shield.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of the pre table in kitchen area.
Sep 16, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 15 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Live rodent present. Observed 1 live rodent behind oven in kitchen area.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 8 live roaches between wall and reach in cooler in kitchen area. Observed 5 live roaches on the shelves where fresh products are stored in kitchen area.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 10 plus rodent droppings under flour mixer in kitchen area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Flour mixer soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper dispenser inside the restroom.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 12 dead roaches in the kitchen area. Observed 4 dead roaches under mop sink.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Grease under cooking equipments.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases with meat on the inside walk in freezer.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Grease on ground around grease receptacle.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hike in wall in kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Missing light shield.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of the pre table in kitchen area.
Jan 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed turkey with mold like substance inside walk in cooler.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed thank you bags in direct contact with cooked rice.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked: chicken, pork, and turkey held for more than 24/hrs without date marked inside walk in cooler.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Floor not smooth easily cleanable by flour mixer machine.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed case with patacon, and a case with pork on the floor inside walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers soiled.
Jul 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked:turkey (48°F - Cold Holding); chicken (46°F - Cold Holding) on a shelf in kitchen area. As per manager for less than 1/hr. Manager put inside the walk in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose connected to a faucet without vacuum breaker.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels inside restroom. Manager provided paper towels for the hand washing sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked: chicken. Turkey, pork held for more than 24/hrs without date marked.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Food debris under cooking equipment.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Containers with fish and plantain on the floor inside walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside ovens.
Feb 9, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired since 10/1/2023
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose connected to faucet without vacuum breaker.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, pork, plant food held for more than 24/hrs without date marked inside walk in cooler.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water under triple sink.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Food debris and grease under cooking equipments
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves rusted.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe under triple sink
Aug 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connected to faucet without vacuum breaker
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. Poster was provided to operator
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head soiled in kitchen area
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 was provided to operator
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked: chicken, pork, turkey held for more than 24/hrs without date marked inside walk-in cooler
Clean in place equipment not washed, rinsed and sanitized using three distinct steps. All preparation equipment in the bakery station needed to be washed rinsed and sanitized.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler by walk in cooler in disrepair.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water inside walk in cooler
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed plastic container with meat on the floor inside walk in freezer. Plastic bucket y sauce on the floor inside walk in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave Soiled on top of the hand washing sink in kitchen area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink at front counter and hand sink in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled in kitchen area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Walk in cooler condenser drain pipe in disrepair.
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.