LA BELLE JACMELIENNE CAFE
3328 S UNIVERSITY DR, Miramar FL 33025 · 954.381.3886
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
AUG 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
NOV 25
JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches crawling on in-use rice cooker at cookline, observed 2 live roaches crawling on oil storage tank in kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024019496 | Mar 25, 2024 | May 9, 2024 | $400 |
| 2--2018043033 | Jun 20, 2018 | Sep 27, 2018 | $200 |
| 2--2015040921 | Sep 10, 2015 | Feb 22, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink Observed no hot water (85F) provided at hand wash sink at front counter
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Next to 3Compartment sink
Nov 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Observed accumulation on dust buildup on AC vents and ceiling tiles in kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees bags stored on reach in cooler next to various food items.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Sep 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine 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 no date marked on cooked chicken, turkey and pork stored in reach in cooker. As per operator, items cooked on 09/01/2025. Operator correctly date marked.
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw goat meat stored over cooked meats in refrigerator.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on cooked chicken stored in reach in cooler. Per operator, chicken cooked more than 24 hours.
Food stored on floor. -Observed bag with rice stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Stored food not covered. -Observed several uncovered containers with cooked meats stored in refrigerator.
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 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 at 2:15 p.m. no date marked on cooked chicken and turkey stored in refrigerator. Per operator, both items cooked on 08/18/2024 before noon.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -Observed ceiling tiles in dry storage area in disrepairs.
May 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed beef stored in shopping bags
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked turkey cold held in refrigerator at 49F and cooked goat meat at 48F. Per operator both items placed in unit from yesterday. Items didn't removed from unit since.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Observed cooked turkey cold held in refrigerator at 49F and cooked goat meat at 48F. Per operator both items placed in unit from yesterday. Items didn't removed from unit since. See stop sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed at 4:14 p.m. no date marked on cooked goat meat stored in refrigerator. Per operator, meat cooked yesterday morning. Operator correctly date marked item.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee drinking water stored in freezer with restaurant food no segregated or identified.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed turkey thawing at room temperature in kitchen.
Mar 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Mar 25, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches crawling on in-use rice cooker at cookline, observed 2 live roaches crawling on oil storage tank in kitchen.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Manager arrived during inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.. Manager arrived with employees training certification.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed at 3:50 p.m. no date marked on cooked turkey stored in refrigerator. Per operator, turkey cooked at 1:00 p.m. on 03/24/2024. Item held for more than 24 hours without date marked
Dead roaches on premises. -Observed 1 dead roache on rice cooker lid, 5 dead roaches on oil storage tank.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking from an open container while engaging in food preparation.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellular phone stored on food storage shelf next to various food items. Operator removed cellular phone.
Jan 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked turkey meat cold held at 54°F in reach in freeze. Per operator, item placed in unit from yesterday. Cooked turkey did not removed from unit since.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked turkey meat cold held at 54°F in reach in freeze. Per operator, item placed in unit from yesterday. Cooked turkey did not removed from unit since. See stop sale.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -Observed employees personal food items stored in glass door refrigerator not segregated or identified from restaurant foods.
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with produces stored on kitchen floor. -Observed bags with various food items stored on dry storage floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup inside microwave.
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.