D' GARCIAS CAFETERIA
13216 SW 8 ST, Miami FL 33184 · 786 870 5943
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Observed no written procedures for vomit/diarrhea events available. Discussed and email to operator
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
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. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork inside reach in freezer. Operator stored raw chicken on bottom shelf under raw pork.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at kitchen tiles in disrepair.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at kitchen hand sink, no sign.
Jun 1, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bleach and degreaser stored on top of flip top cooler across triple sink. Operator removed the products.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge inside hand sink at front counter. Operator removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed for chlorine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. Observed at kitchen area.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed wall that was in the middle of the kitchen was removed. Unable to verify plans on OnBase due to no plans available. Operator will need to submit plans for any new or upcoming changes.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreser without label over flip top across triple sink. Operator properly labeled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottled water on top of flip top cooler across triple sink. Operator removed the water.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on shelves next to spices across cook line. Observed employee phone over spices on shelves across from cook line. Operator removed both phones.
Sep 18, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Ludys P. No proof of manager certification.
Jul 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 200ppm). Operator diluted with water, retest Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm).
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spray bottle stored inside hand sink at front counter. Operator removed the bottle.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Ludys P. No proof of manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. Operator provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. Operator provided.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not properly labeled at front counter. Operator properly labeled.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint. Employee put on hair restraint.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed 2 employee water inside reach in cooler with beverages. Operator removed.
Apr 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored stored over cooked pork. Operator properly arranged products by cooking temperatures.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 200+ppm). Operator added water, retest Triple Sink (Chlorine 100 ppm).
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen. Operator provided paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen. Operator provided the soap.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Discussed and provided to operator via email. Operator printed and posted at front counter.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed across cook line on prep table. Operator removed the towel.
Jul 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nonfood-grade bag used to cover rice inside standing cooler at kitchen. Employee removed the bag.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked rice inside reach in cooler across cook line. Manager properly arranged products.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed eggs stored at room temperature on reach in cooler across cook line. Employee placed eggs inside 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 beef stock (112F - Hot Holding) on stove, as per manager, for 20 minutes. Manager turn on stove for reheat.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris inside hand sink next to cook line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand sink. Employee provided the soap.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed oven door handle soiled.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed at front counter.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee removed the scoop.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on reaching cooler at kitchen.
Mar 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed potatoes inside reach in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork inside doble door reach in cooler.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at ambient temperature on preparation table across cook line. As per employee for approximately 2 hours. Employee placed eggs inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Butter (81F - Cold Holding) on preparation table next to kitchen triple sink. As per employee for two hours. Manager placed butter inside reach in freezer for rapid cooling.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at kitchen hand sink. Employee provided the soap.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent dusty at storage area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 white cutting boards at kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside 2 reach in freezers at front counter.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle. Manager removed the items.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Discussed and provided to manager.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up on preparation table next to kitchen triple sink.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in doble door reach in cooler at kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 200ppm) at 3 compartment sink. Operator added more water and final reading Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm)
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked beef tongue, cooked chicken, tomatillos, ham and cheese stored in nonfood-grade bags at storage. Operator stored the items in ziplock bags.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs in ambient storage on prep table at kitchen area. Operator moved the eggs into reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked sweet potato (45F - Cold Holding) at storage cooler as per operator from the day before. Operator discarded the sweet potatoes.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (44F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (44F - Cold Holding) at storage cooler. Also cooked sweet potato (45F - Cold Holding) at storage cooler as per operator from the day before. Operator moved the cheese and hotdog to another unit for rapid cooling. Operator discarded the sweet potatoes.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed red beans (129F - Hot Holding) at steam table next kitchen entrance door. Operator reheated and last reading red beans (168F - Hot Holding)
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. Observed no written procedures for vomit/diarrhea events available. Discussed and email to operator
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. Observed no proof of employee agreement available. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed sauces, cooked pork without date mark as per operator for more than 24hrs. Operator to date mark the food items.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine interior soiled with mold-like substance.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard under shelves next to the stove at kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damaged throughout the kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents rusty over kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed green tomatillos stored on floor under slicer table at storage floor. Operator removed the food items from the floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between reach in cooler door gap next to kitchen entrance goor. Operator removed the knife.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler next to kitchen door entrance.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on meta containers next to 3 compartment sink.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed small plates and bowls not inverted at kitchen window. Operator inverted the items.
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