GENESIS BAKERY & CAFE
19200 SW 344 ST, Homestead FL 33034 · 786-531-2520
Last inspected Dec 30, 2025 · 5 visits since January 2024
JAN 24
OCT 25
DEC 25
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3 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 8 live roaches crawling inside of triple sink and on clean equipment near triple sink.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025079927 | Oct 29, 2025 | Jan 5, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Dec 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw burger patties stored over sliced tomatoes inside standing reach in cooler.
Spray bottle not labeled. Observed spray bottle of water not labeled near sandwich press. Operator labeled bottle.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking at hand sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled on shelf above triple sink. Operator labeled container.
Nov 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with deep cut marks on top of reach in freezer.
Oct 30, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/. Observed food truck open and serving the public without a license.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread stored inside non food grade bag in direct contact with bag at standing reach in cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Operator unable to provide well testing report from location food truck is operating from.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with deep cut marks on top of reach in freezer.
Oct 29, 2025Administrative determination recommendedLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/. Observed food truck open and serving the public without a license.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread stored inside non food grade bag in direct contact with bag at standing reach in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak and raw shell eggs stored over cooked rice and cooked pork inside standing reach in cooler.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 8 live roaches crawling inside of triple sink and on clean equipment near triple sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (84F - Cold Holding) at sandwich prep station, as per operator for 3 hours.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponges and scrubber stored inside hand sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Operator unable to provide well testing report from location food truck is operating from.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with deep cut marks on top of reach in freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor underneath reach in cooler and cooking equipment heavily soiled with grease.
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 2899 NW 7TH AVE, Miami — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.