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MACONDO COFFEE ROASTERS DOWNTOWN

242 N MIAMI AVE, Miami FL 33128 · 786.247.9627

Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 8 visits since April 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats42
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2338026
Grade history
SEP 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
NOV 25
JUL 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
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★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jul 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over bread inside reach in freezer kitchen. Operator removed during inspection.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed coffee cups and plates inside hand wash sink front counter and kitchen. Operator removed during inspection.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tuna made more than 24 hours.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
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Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter area.
Basic/10-08-5/Repeat Violation
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Feb 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
High priority/22-49-4/Return visit Feb 18, 2026 · Still observed. Time Extended
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter area. Operator stored properly.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Feb 18, 2026 · Still observed Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter area. Time Extended
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Return visit Feb 18, 2026 · Still observed wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Time Extended
Nov 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
High priority/22-49-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container with utensils blocking the hand wash sink. Operator removed during inspection.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter area. Operator provided during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter area. Operator stored properly.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee bottles of water inside reach in cooler.
Basic/12B-13-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Located at three compartments sink.
Basic/29-08-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Aug 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
High priority/12A-07-5
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs (65F - Cold Holding) as per operator less than one hour. Operator stored inside reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge store inside hand wash sink. Manager removed during inspection.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray plastic bottles with water. Operator labeled during inspection.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications.
Intermediate/16-54-4
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employees drink located at front counter area.
Basic/12B-02-4
Jan 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
Intermediate/16-33-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge store inside hand wash sink. Manager removed during inspection.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water and bag of flour stored directly on floor. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter area. Operator removed during inspection.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
Oct 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 8, 2024 · Still observed license not display. Time Extended
Sep 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.

0 High priority6 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Intermediate/11-07-5/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed coffee cups and sponge store inside hand wash sink. Manager removed during inspection.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Lizzeth Benavides.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen and front counter area. Manager provided during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
Apr 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Basic/31B-04-4

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.