ELO CAFETERIA
4387 NW 7 ST, Miami FL 33126 · 305.461.5205
Last inspected Mar 9, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 24 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 form or kit, inspector provided via email.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
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Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves with rusted.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container not labeled.
Jun 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket stored in handsink at time of inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no kit for chlorine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone and wallet above three compartment sink. Observed phone on prep table near customer pickup.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Feb 26, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed chef using same gloves during cooking and handling raw items, observed him attempt to wash gloves in hand sink. Inspector coached chef on changing gloves intermittently.
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 form or kit, inspector provided via email.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket stored in handsink at time of inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager with no proof of certificate on site.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no kit for chlorine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with frayed wood and marks.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone and wallet above three compartment sink. Observed phone on prep table near customer pickup.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster or kit, inspector provided via email.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handsink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar with no label next to window.
Oct 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Feb 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employees changing tasks without hand washing.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing food container at hand sink.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee removed the scoop.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook placed bucket with utensils on stove.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Sep 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet at hand sink leaking.
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.