MACY'S CAFE
9100 SW 136 ST, Miami FL 33176 · 305-278-3300
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 11 visits since December 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 27 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. Discussed with operator and provided email agreement.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023010419 | Dec 19, 2022 | May 4, 2023 | $160 |
| 1--2016055894 | Dec 8, 2016 | Jan 4, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sliced cheese inside walk in cooler. Operator properly relocated products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken chili (56F - Cold Holding); chicken soup (55F - Cold Holding) at front line, as per operator for 10 mins. Operator took product to walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
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 Gabriela, David, Naomi, Lorysa, Sofia, Oscar, all hired less than 2 months. Provided operator with handout via email.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no employee training for Wageha, hired over 2 months.
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled underneath pizza oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at coffee station.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall dusty above pizza oven.
Dec 23, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garbanzo beans (44F - Cold Holding); edamame (45F - Cold Holding) at prep area, as per operator since previous day. Observed shredded chicken (58F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (59F - Cold Holding); sliced turkey (49F - Cold Holding) at prep area, as per operator for 2 hours.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed no manager certificate for Gina. No other employees are food manager certified and no other managers are employed.
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. Observed no employee training for employees Daisy and Wageha, both hired in April and for Christy, hired 3 months ago.
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 employee Ana hired two weeks ago. Provided operator with form via email.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled underneath oven at front counter.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer/cooler and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside standing reach in cooler across from office.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at coffee station.
Walk-in/Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall dusty above oven at front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at coffee station.
Dec 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garbanzo beans (44F - Cold Holding); edamame (45F - Cold Holding) at prep area, as per operator since previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garbanzo beans (44F - Cold Holding); edamame (45F - Cold Holding) at prep area, as per operator since previous day. Observed shredded chicken (58F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (59F - Cold Holding); sliced turkey (49F - Cold Holding) at prep area, as per operator for 2 hours.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed no manager certificate for Gina. No other employees are food manager certified and no other managers are employed.
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. Observed no employee training for employees Daisy and Wageha, both hired in April and for Christy, hired 3 months ago.
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 employee Ana hired two weeks ago. Provided operator with form via email.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled underneath oven at front counter.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer/cooler and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside standing reach in cooler across from office.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at coffee station.
Walk-in/Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall dusty above oven at front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at coffee station.
Sep 8, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed no manager certificate for Gina, no other managers employed.
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. Observed no employee training for employees Daisy and Wageha, both hired in April.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent heavily soiled with dust near back door
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on shelf above sandwich prep area and in back prep area. Operator removed cellphone.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop stored inside container of granola with handle in contact with product on shelf in dry storage area. Operator removed scoop.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside mop bucket.
Jul 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sliced cheese inside walk in cooler. Operator relocated eggs for proper storage.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked quinoa stored inside standing reach in cooler date marked 6/28.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk not date marked at reach in cooler in coffee station, as per operator was opened over 24 hours ago. Operator labeled milk.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed no manager certificate for Gina, no other managers employed.
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. Observed no employee training for employees Daisy and Wageha, both hired in April.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent heavily soiled with dust near back door
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on shelf above sandwich prep area and in back prep area. Operator removed cellphone.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop stored inside container of granola with handle in contact with product on shelf in dry storage area. Operator removed scoop.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside mop bucket.
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink next to walk in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with dust in back area near mop sink
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of pickles stored on floor inside walk in cooler
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside prep reach in cooler at front counter and reach in freezer in back prep area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled near coffee station
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in cooler soiled at front counter behind register
Dec 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at the coffee station area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container no label at the front counter area.
Oct 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towel used as liner in a container with cut tomatoes in prep station area
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda machine located in the lobby soiled.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Juan Carlos Montenegro without no manager certification.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the prep area hand washing sink. Manager refilled soap.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at the coffee station area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container no label at the front counter area.
May 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions.
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. Discussed with operator and provided printed form. Operator provided signed employee agreement.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located at front counter.
Observed ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout the kitchen areas.
Observed interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 2, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Armando Beserra.
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. Observed all employees.
chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed QUA test strips expired 06/20.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles and vents throughout the back kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole in the floor near the grease trap, located at the back kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled oven interior.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout the back kitchen area, oven area with heavy soiled.
Dec 1, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
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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. Discussed with operator and provided email agreement.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Armando Beserra.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand sink, located near walk in cooler.
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. Observed all employees.
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. Discussed with operator and provided email form.
chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed QUA test strips expired 06/20.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the ice chute/interior of the ice machine/bin, located at dinner area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles and vents throughout the back kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole in the floor near the grease trap, located at the back kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled oven interior.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets, located at front counter, near coffee station. Observed soiled walk in cooler fans guard. Observed on top of prep cooler soiled.
Observed Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located, at back kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior soil, located, at back kitchen.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed back area hand sink with standing water and very slow draining water.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout the back kitchen area, oven area with heavy soiled.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed dipperwell leaking on the bottom.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container without label, located at coffee station.
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.