CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR
11515 S DIXIE HWY, Miami FL 33156 · 561-504-4926
Last inspected Feb 3, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed potato's (99F - Hot Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Operator placed onto steam table to be warmed back up.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license; 10/25.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed smoked salmon stored behind feta and turkey in low boy. Operator moved smoked salmon forward during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed potato's (99F - Hot Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Operator placed onto steam table to be warmed back up.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in men's restroom; cracked tile.
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed water bottles stored on dry dish rack in kitchen area. Operator placed bottles to segregated shelf.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on dry dish rack across ware wash.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in across flat top.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of to go bags stored on floor in dry storage. Operator placed on shelf.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Aug 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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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 employee rub gloved hands on dirty apron. Inspector coached employee on proper hand wash techniques; employee removed gloves and washed hands.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed bucket under oven with ppm 400 +. Operator added water to dilute solution; final reading 200 ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dust accumulation on dry food and dish rack.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish machine soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on air vents in kitchen and bathroom.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees with watches.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at front counter freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler across cook line.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed bucket stored on floor under oven; operator moved off of floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored.observed boxes of to go backs on floor across dry food racks.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leak at hand sink next to kitchen entrance.
Mar 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles in kitchen.
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 across cook line with ambient temperature of 57F. As per operator, new equipment was ordered. The following TCS foods stored inside: cut tomato (56F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (57F - Cold Holding); ham (57F - Cold Holding); garlic aioli (56F - Cold Holding); feta (57F - Cold Holding).
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls in kitchen.
Mar 7, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate6 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 cook crack and cook raw shell eggs, begin to plate food no hand wash.
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 waitress touch face then grab plate with no handwashing.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler across cook line with ambient temperature of 57F. As per operator, new equipment was ordered. The following TCS foods stored inside: cut tomato (56F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (57F - Cold Holding); ham (57F - Cold Holding); garlic aioli (56F - Cold Holding); feta (57F - Cold Holding). As per operator; food has been there less than 4 hours. Inspector provided and went over TPHC form. Observed at front counter in cooler: dulce de leche cheesecake (46F - Cold Holding); carrot cake with cream cheese frosting (46F - Cold Holding); Nutella cheesecake (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator, desserts are moved from coolers in back to front; items have been there less than 4 hours prior to inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at front counter used to fill water pitcher. Employee moved pitcher during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink next to ware wash area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink next to ware wash.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles in kitchen.
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 across cook line with ambient temperature of 57F. As per operator, new equipment was ordered. The following TCS foods stored inside: cut tomato (56F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (57F - Cold Holding); ham (57F - Cold Holding); garlic aioli (56F - Cold Holding); feta (57F - Cold Holding).
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed water bottle stored on dry food rack above cans. Bottle was moved during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup at freezer front counter.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls in kitchen.
Nov 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed potatoes (9:35am) (89F - Cooling); potatoes (10:10am) (88F - Cooling) cooling rate 0.02 ° F/min and the correct rate needs to be 0.53° F/min.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can of chick peas. Operator segregated can to be discarded.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack eggs with gloves and then touched clean dishes without discarding gloves and washing hands. Operator and manager was informed that when cracking eggs gloves must be discarded and must wash hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed tuna (54F - Cold Holding); salmon (58F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per operator overnight. Operator discarded the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter on preparation table (73F - Cold Holding) As per the operator for less than one hour. And observed tuna (54F - Cold Holding); salmon (58F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per operator overnight. Operator discarded the products.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary +500ppm) Operator changed the solution final solution 200ppm.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed mechanical hand drying machine not working in the men's restroom.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed standing reach in cooler soiled.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at the front counter.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Apr 12, 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cracked eggs stored over cut tomatoes and sauce at reach in cooler. Operator removed the container with cracked eggs.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed quaternary sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary + 500 ppm) front counter. Manager added water to get 300 ppm.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Julian hired 4 months ago no food handler certificate.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between the reach in cooler and preparation table. Operator removed the knife and sent it to cleaner.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor under oven.
Nov 17, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 16, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 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 changed the gloves without washing hands. Operator was advised and he washed his hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Smoked Salmon (63 F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (55 F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (54 F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (54 F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (55 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per manager for less than four hours. And butter (77 F - Cold Holding) at preparation table, ambient temperature. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator discarded the smoked salmon, cooked chicken and moved the pasta and cheese to another reach in cooler for rapid cooling. And put the butter under ice bath for rapid cooling.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary > 400 ppm). Operator added water to get Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200 ppm)
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed brush and sponges inside of hand wash sink located next to three compartment sink. Manager removed the brush and sponges.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 open milk not properly date marked.
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