MARY'S CAFE CORPORATION
2542 SW 27 AVE, Miami FL 33133 · 305.443.6672
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at hot box ham croquettes (125F - Hot Holding); empanada (98F - Hot Holding). As per operator for less than 2 hours.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at coffee station.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired for Mireya, Yusleidy, Ismaray, Gisela, Belkys, Maribel and Sandra expired 3/13/2026.
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for trays on top of hot box. Operator inverted.
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Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled with grease build up
Jan 29, 2026Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at secured out door reach in freezer, raw chicken stored on top of tamales. Operator removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at hot box ham croquettes (125F - Hot Holding); empanada (98F - Hot Holding). As per operator for less than 2 hours.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at outside exit door hose.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by blenders. Operator removed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at cook line area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at hot box to go trays stored on top not inverted.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled with grease build up.
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed at out door reach in coolers across, raw trays of beef stored over gallons of milk.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top prep cooler shredded lettuce (52F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (49F - Cold Holding), as per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator placed ice bags to rapid cool.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at meat slicer.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at coffee station.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at storage cabinet in a containers of nuts.
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at prep counter single serve plates not stored inverted. Operator inverted during inspection.
Apr 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over containers of milk in reach in cooler in rear of establishment.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at coffee station.
Single-service articles stored outside. Observed single service cups stored outside not properly protected.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan guard with accumulation of dust at entrance to kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Oct 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at counter display case ham croissant sandwich (75F - Cold Holding). As per operator for about 2 hours. Operator placed into cooler to cool.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at coffee machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in cooler in lobby dryer area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cooler across from cook line, soiled with raw beef drippings.
Stored food not covered. Observed in reach in cooler at cook line, tray of steak not covered.
Apr 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 for 1 employee, Maria, hired less than 30 days. Provided operator with form. Operator printed, reviewed and signed with employee.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed metal paint brush used at coffee station.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed at handwashing sink next to three compartment sink. Hot water handle missing.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in ice machine. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Apr 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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/ Observed 4 employees at the establishment at the time of the inspection
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 for Ismaray S, Mireya S, Maribel P, Yusleidy F as per operator all working at the establishment for more than 2 months.
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.
Food stored on floor. Observed jugs containing cooking oil stored on the floor by the cookline.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed for the wall mounted fan covers.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed for the squeeze bottles containing sauces.
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.