COZY CORNER
90 WESTWARD DR, Miami Spgs FL 33166 · (305)889-1880
Last inspected Nov 3, 2025 · 6 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired since October 1st, 2023.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017038379 | Jul 10, 2017 | Sep 14, 2017 | $320 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bacon (45 F - Cold Holding); liquid eggs (46 F - Cold Holding) on prep table in kitchen. As per employee foods have been outside for 2 hours. Employee put bacon inside Walk in cooler and placed ice under liquid eggs container for rapid cooling.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on reach in cooler in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed aluminum container stored inside hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator removed container from sink.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Employee cleaned DM exterior.
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank inside kitchen.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean aluminum pots stored on kitchen floor. Employee removed pots from floor.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile broken in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside black reach in freezer by Walk in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed knives and spatulas in standing water at 90°F on prep table in kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior on shelf over steam table in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled surface under steam table in kitchen. Also, observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled by Walk in cooler.
Stored food not covered. Observed potatoes container uncovered inside Walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken and raw beef thawing in standing water in three compartment sink. Employee put both under running water.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed black dust on walls around DM.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking under three compartment sink.
Oct 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee washing hands with cold water.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed aluminum container stored inside hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator removed container from sink.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank unsecured inside kitchen.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board in kitchen. Operator removed towel.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light missing shield inside Walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled black reach in freezer gaskets in kitchen.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket by clean cutting board and margarine bar on prep table in kitchen. Operator stored bucket correctly.
Stored food not covered. Observed baked potatoes container uncovered inside Walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw ground beef thawing in standing water in three compartment sink. Operator put ground beef under running water.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking under three compartment sink.
Mar 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed more than a dozen eggs stored in kitchen. Operator stored eggs in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils inside hand wash sink by kitchen back door. Operator removed utensils.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed baked potatoes container stored on kitchen floor. Open removed container.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons in standing water at 90°F by coffee machine on front counter. Operator removed water.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside both microwaves in kitchen. Operator cleaned both microwaves.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing shield inside Walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets by steam table in kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container unlabeled on front counter.
Sep 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority6 Intermediate10 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed supermarket bags with chicken being stored inside walk in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef on top of cooked lasagna inside reach in cooler, manager removed and stored food properly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed plastic containers with soap being stored next to can foods at dry storage. Manager removed during inspection.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed cook not being able to answer proper cooking temperature.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board at preparation table across oven. Manager discarded it during inspection.
Handwash sink not available for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing missing sink drain pipe at kitchen area. Manager contacted plumber during inspection, service was scheduled for same day.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled towels inside handwashing sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front counter handwashing sink. Employee provided paper towels at time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris across from front handwashing sink, Also observed soiled reach in coolers through out kitchen area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted at service window. Employee inverted during inspection.
Stored food not covered. Observed cut ham, shredded cheese in metal containers inside walk in cooler not covered, manager covered food during inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed soiled wet towels on top preparation table, employee removed and stored properly.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed metal container with flour on top preparation table not labeled.
May 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching pants and touching clean plates without changing gloves and washing hands. Operator was trained by Inspector how to wash hands properly. Employee changed gloves and washed hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade on prep table inside kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Employee cleaned DM Exterior.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank not secured by reach in cooler inside kitchen.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean container stored on kitchen floor. Employee removed container from floor.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Operator put a hair restraint.
Food stored on floor. Observed potatoes container stored on Walk in cooler floor. Operator removed container from floor.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed towel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets under cakes gaskets at front counter.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked onion and bacon containers uncovered inside Walk in cooler. Operator covered containers.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw ground beef, and vegetables thawing in standing water inside three compartment sink. Employee started to prepare both products.
Nov 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired since October 1st, 2023.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade on prep table inside kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside seasoned salt on shelf inside dry storage. Operator removed cup.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank not secured by soda machine inside kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on reach in cooler by window.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic containers stored on dry storage floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside Walk in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 90°F on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed water.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed towel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets by steam table inside kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. Operator put towels inside bucket with sanitizer.
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.