MARLON'S CAFE
11398 W FLAGLER ST #106, Miami FL 33174 · 305.226.5111
Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections within 30 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice dated 08/12 cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding).
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed inside reach in cooler cooked rice dated 08/12 cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice dated 08/12 cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding).
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed threaded faucet no vacuum breaker under hand wash sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ceiling fan front counter dusty.
Jan 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 16, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread inside noon food grade bags. Operator removed from the bag.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork chorizo over cheese cuajada inside reach in cooler across front counter.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Marinated pork (47F - Cold Holding); sauce (50F - Cold Holding); cheese (46F - Cold Holding) Inside reach in cooler next to cook line. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Observed marinated pork (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at storage area. As per operator for less than 4 hrs.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed roasted chicken (112F - Hot Holding) inside steam table. As per operator for less than 4 hrs.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed whole raw fish (frozen) inside package inside reach in cooler next to ice machine. Operator took fish out of the package.
Jul 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef stored in Nonfood-grade bags inside reach in freezer. Operator replaced for food grade bags.
Feb 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw pork inside reach in cooler behind front counter. Operator properly rearranged the products properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ground chorizo (53F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (50F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at kitchen. As per operator for approximately 2 hrs. Operator placed in another cooler for rapid cooling.
Aug 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 25ppm). Employee added chlorine, retest Triple Sink (Chlorine 50ppm).
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beans (112F - Hot Holding); beef soup (120F - Cold Holding) at cook line. As per manager for approximately 2 hrs. Employee turned on stove for reheat, retest cooked beans (187F - Hot Holding); beef soup (198F - Hot Holding)
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle. Employee removed the tongs.
Apr 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over unwashed fruits inside reach on cooler next to steam table. Also observed raw shell eggs over plantains inside reach in cooler next to steam table.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked beans (94F - Hot Holding) as per employee was cooked the previous night and left overnight on stove. Observed shredded cabbage (48F - 45F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per employee from the previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cabbage (48F - 45F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per employee from the previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beans (94F - Hot Holding) As per employee was cooked the previous night and left overnight on stove. Also gallo pinto rice (123F - Hot Holding) inside oven as per employee for 2 hrs. Employee started to reheat product.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connected no vacuum breaker at mop sink.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Discussed and provided to manager.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed lysol inside spray bottle without label. Employee properly labeled bottle.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on preparation table at kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on shelves over rice cooker. Employee removed the phone.
Food stored on floor. Observed sugar inside plastic container stored on floor next to reach in cooler at front counter. Employee placed the sugar at 6 inches from floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed ripped tin foil on shelves under preparation table at kitchen.
Dec 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 11, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce inside refrigerator next to steam table.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed boiled pork tamales (46F - Cold Holding) inside standing reach in cooler at dining area. As per operator for 2 days.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed blood sausage (90F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken wings (90F - Hot Holding); boiled sweet plantains (112F - Hot Holding); chicharron (95F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for 2 hours. Also observed boiled pork tamales (46F - Cold Holding) inside standing reach in cooler at dining area. As per operator for 2 days.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
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.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in public bathroom.
Food stored on floor. Observed peeled plantains inside bucket stored on floor next to steam table.
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