CRAIGS CAFE AND BAKERY
13750 NW 107 AVE UNIT 113 - 114, Hialeah Gardens FL 33018 · 786-798-1853
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 17 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired since October 1,2024. Operator paid license on site.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell egg and sliced turkey in the same container located in open lids reach cooler across the cook line. Operator removed the egg.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spinach (52F - Cold Holding), for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator placed it inside reach in cooler.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Emailed big 6 poster to the operator. Operator printed out and posted.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed gallons of fabulous, gloves and brushes in hand sink, operator removed it,
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed flan, parfait, dessert prepared onside from more than 24 hours as per operator, located at the front counter.
Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee's open bottle water on preparation table. Operator discarded it.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
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 washed metal container without sanitizer step. Instructed operator regarding the ware washing procedures. Operator properly set up the three compartment sink with 100 ppm chlorine.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of flour on dry storage floor.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed multiple cases of to go container in dry storage floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container.
Mar 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked shell eggs than prepared bread toast without change her gloves or wash hands. Instructed operator regarding the change of gloves procedure.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed upper reach in cooler ground beef (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding) from the day before as per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed upper reach in cooler ground beef (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding) from the day before as per operator.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty trays in standing water, located 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. Employees name Daniela and Leudy.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Daniela, Leudy, with approximately 1 year of being hired.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall underneath of three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Mar 17, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in the upright cold holding unit located at prep area ham (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding), as per operator all these food items were stored in the cooler since the day before. Instructed operator to discard the food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the upright cold holding unit located at prep area ham (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding), as per operator all these food items were stored in the cooler since the day before. Instructed operator to discard the food.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed upright cold holding unit at preparation area not maintaining cold holding temperature stipulated by the food code, unit internal temperature marking 47-50F.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket broken on unit located at preparation area.
Nov 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee come from outside of the kitchen to prepare food with the same gloves without washing her hands. Coached employee about hand washing procedures.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired since October 1,2024. Operator paid license on site.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in the upright cold holding unit located at prep area ham (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding), as per operator all these food items were stored in the cooler since the day before. Instructed operator to discard the food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the upright cold holding unit located at prep area ham (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding), as per operator all these food items were stored in the cooler since the day before. Instructed operator to discard the food.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots not inverted on storage shelves by the mop sink.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed upright cold holding unit at preparation area not maintaining cold holding temperature stipulated by the food code, unit internal temperature marking 47-50F.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket broken on unit located at preparation area.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed manufactures wrap plastic under the preparation table at cook line.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in use knifes stored between the preparation tables at cook line.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle in contact with cooked chicken in the reach in cooler at cook line.
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.
Dec 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from grill. Operator moved the tomatoes to lower reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty pan stored in HWS next to three compartment sink.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed quaternary testing kit for three compartment sink, no chlorine test strips available, As per operator they use chlorine.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets at standing reach in cooler across from three compartment sink.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensil handle touching salt at preparation table across from grill.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed utensil handle touching cooked chicken at reach in cooler across from grill.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets to reach in cooler at front counter soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table next to mop sink.
Jul 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed chicken empanadas, beef empanadas, ham croquettes, cheese fingers, under time control not time marked. As per manager these items were placed in the unit for less than 2 hours. Manager time marked food items in site.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator unable to provide proof of time as temperature control procedures. Manager printed it and completed it on site.
Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. Observed three compartment sink too small for the utensils and equipments that are being used in the kitchen, employee stated that this is the only washing station provided.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled, stored on the preparation table near the stove.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler and reach in freezer interior soiled, both located against the wall near the three compartment sink. Manager removed the preparation table from under the condensation was dripping.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed condensation coming from the air conditioning system leaking over a small preparation table and in front of the three compartment sink ( no food exposed) Manager removed the preparation table; also observed water leaking from air conditioning system at the dinning area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
May 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket inside handsink next to 3 compartment sink. Operator removed sanitizer bucket.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed Ceiling vents soiled at kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with cut marks, stored at preparation table across from cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in disrepair at reach in cooler located by 3 compartment sink.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed box with oil not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at kitchen. Operator removed it from floor.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair above kitchen door entrance.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice Build up at reach in freezer across from cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed Oven soiled located next to cook line.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. At the time of the inspection no ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler across from cook line. Operator placed ambient thermometer in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Reach in freezer soiled located across 3 compartment sink. Operator cleaned it.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind 3 compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at preparation table located across from cook line. Operator removed them and placed them on sanitizer bucket.
Feb 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee change gloves without washing hands. Informed employee on proper procedure.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over sliced ham in reach in cooler located across from cook line. Informed chef on proper storage for products.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked brown rice (58F - Cold Holding); and cooked white rice (50F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler in preparation area located across from cook line. As per chef, cooked since previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked brown rice (58F - Cold Holding); and cooked white rice (50F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler in preparation area located across from cook line. As per chef, cooked since previous day.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink located next to 3 compartment sink, blocked with shelves in front of it.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Observed hand wash sink located next to 3 compartment sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. At the time of the inspection current license was not displayed, manager placed license.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with marks at preparation table across from cook line.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler and reach in freezer located next to 3 compartment sink in disrepair.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed packaged of sodas and Gatorade stored on the floor by the front counter.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in cooler across from cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer across from 3 compartment sink soiled, located at kitchen.
Observed buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles at reach in coolers throughout the kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind the 3 compartment sink and hand sink located at kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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