CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR
8915 SW 72 PL, Miami FL 33156 · 7862719314
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/25.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 18, 2026Call Back - Admin. 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
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooler under coffee machine with ambient temp of 62F: milk (57F - 63F Cold Holding); all products were there since prior day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh mozzarella (49F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (44F - Cold Holding); smoked salmon (49F - Cold Holding); sliced tomato (47F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. Observed cooler under coffee machine with ambient temp of 62F: milk (57F - 63F Cold Holding); all products were there since prior day. Dessert cooler: cheesecake (55F - Cold Holding); chocolate cheesecake (53F).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed manual fruit juicer soiled with old food debris at kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment; dust accumulation.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezers in kitchen.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed spatula in between wall and triple sink. Employee removed from wall.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at cooler in back across chest freezer.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed on cooler under hot plates.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen and front area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed dust accumulation on walls in kitchen.
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed flat top grill and 2 induction burners, no hood system. Observed in kitchen.
Aug 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate15 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooler under coffee machine with ambient temp of 62F: milk (57F - 63F Cold Holding); all products were there since prior day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh mozzarella (49F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (44F - Cold Holding); smoked salmon (49F - Cold Holding); sliced tomato (47F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. Observed cooler under coffee machine with ambient temp of 62F: milk (57F - 63F Cold Holding); all products were there since prior day. Dessert cooler: cheesecake (55F - Cold Holding); chocolate cheesecake (53F).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed manual fruit juicer soiled with old food debris at kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge in hand sink in kitchen. Operator removed from sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment; dust accumulation.
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 reach in cooler under coffee bar with ambient temp of 62F, the following TCS foods stored inside: milk (57F - 63F Cold Holding).
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed speaker on clean dish rack above utensils.
Food stored on floor. Observed water on floor at front counter.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezers in kitchen.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed spatula in between wall and triple sink. Employee removed from wall.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed in soiled cooler at front counter; spatula on surface.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at cooler in back across chest freezer.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed pastry cooler at front counter with a soiled interior.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed on cooler under hot plates.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed on dish rack.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed parchment paper on floor of kitchen. Chef removed from floor during inspection.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen and front area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed dust accumulation on walls in kitchen.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed flat top grill and 2 induction burners, no hood system. Observed in kitchen.
Dec 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Observed at mop sink.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/25.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed sanitizer bucket at front counter with 0 ppm. Inspector spoke to manager to dump bucket as employee in back had just changed sanitizer at triple sink. Operator changed bucket and final reading: 200 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed smoked salmon stored above chocolate chips in cooler under hot plates. Operator fixed during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter: cheesecake chocolate (46F - Cold Holding); cheesecake dulce de leche (46F - Cold Holding). Door was left ajar during service, ambient temp of cooler: 41F. Door was shut firmly for rapid chill.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation throughout establishment.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed on counter next to juice machine; water bottle. Operator removed during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on top of counter above cooking line. Employee put phone away.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in multiple freezers.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in coolers.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed bucket on floor in kitchen. Employee removed from floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar with no label in kitchen. Operator placed label.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed in kitchen.
Jul 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee come back from break and enter front counter; no handwash. Inspector stepped in and coached employee on proper handwashing. Employee washed hands.
Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed waitress drink of cup at front service window, then serve latte with no hand wash. Inspector went over handwashing techniques with operator spoke to employee during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed where dry food storage in kitchen is; dusty shelves.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used to hold dishes at triple sink area. Items were removed on site.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents soiled with dust accumulation.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed in kitchen above cook line. Observed on table where employee is carving chicken breast. Items were moved for proper segregation away from food prep.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone above cook line. Item was placed away from food prep area.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last copy not available.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed buckets on floor in kitchen area. Items were removed from floor.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen.
Mar 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw smoked salmon stored over diced tomatoes and avocado inside flip top coolers in kitchen area. Operator relocated products for proper storage.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at sink next to triple sink
Oct 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority0 Intermediate4 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 an employee cracked eggs with gloves and then touching cheese and clean dishes without changing gloves and washing hands. Operator was instructed that he need to discarded gloves, wash hands and put on new gloves.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employees touched soiled wet towel and then engaged in sandwiches preparation at kitchen area. Operator was instructed that he need to change gloves when soiled towels are touching.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bagels inside of thank you bags at two doors reach in freezer.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs at room temperature. As per operator for less than 30 minutes. Operator moved the shell eggs to the reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Observed cooked chicken (72 F - Cold Holding); Pasta (72 F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (69 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator over night. Operator segregated and discarded the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (72 F - Cold Holding); Pasta (72 F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (69 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator over night. Operator segregated and discarded the products.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed two employees wearing watches while preparing food. Operator removed the watches.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0 ppm) at front counter. Operator changed the sanitizer. Final concentration 200 ppm.
Mar 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (70 F - Cold Holding) at front counter. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator put the butter under ice bath for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (127 F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator turned up the steam to reheat the product.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed blender inside of hand wash sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0 ppm). Operator changed the solution. Final concentration 300 ppm.
Oct 30, 2023□ 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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Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Aug 25, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in used knives inside of cold water. Operator removed the water.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary < 100 ppm) at three compartment sink. Operator started to change the sanitizer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved the product to the bottom of the reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed potatoes (85 F - Hot Holding) at shelf over the oven. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the potatoes to the reach in cooler for cooling down instead.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a soap bottle stored inside of the reach in cooler. Operator removed the soap of the reach in cooler.
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.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed the establishment offers prosciutto, ahi tuna and smoked salmon not identified that are raw.
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. Food Employee Reporting Agreement was provided.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed in use utensil handle touching the cut tomatoes at reach in cooler. Operator moved the handle.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed two wet wiping cloth under cutting boards at preparation area. Operator removed the towels.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. One located at front counter.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary < 100 ppm). Operator changed the sanitizer. Final concentration 200 ppm.
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.