MIAM CAFE III
1040 BISCAYNE BLVD, Miami FL 33132 · (305) 833-0053
Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 live flies near mop sink in back of kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter area. Operator removed during inspection.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Kitchen.
Jul 22, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 live flies land on prep table across ovens. Observed 1 live flies land on the triple sink.. Observed 1 live fly land on oven in the kitchen.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed three cases of shell eggs (71F - Cold Holding) stored at room temperature outside the restaurant. Operator has a delivery today.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed gallon of milk (67F - Cold Holding) and waffle batter (62F - Cold Holding) as per operator less than one hour. Operator stored inside reach in cooler near coffee machine.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (96F - Hot Holding) as per operator less than 20 minutes. Operator discarded milk during inspection.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter area. Operator removed during inspection.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Kitchen.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
Mar 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee coughed, sneezed, used a handkerchief or disposable tissue then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (105F - Hot Holding) as per operator less than 10 minutes. Operator discarded milk during inspection.
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/
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Reach in cooler near stove. Operator provided during inspection.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach in cooler kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed several employees water bottle stored on the preparation tables at cook line and front counter area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee Bathroom.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located cook line chicken.
Sep 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Plastic container with cook oil stored directly on floor kitchen.
Sep 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken, smoked salmon, raw beef over cinnamon rolls, plastic container with milk.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed 6 cases of shell eggs (70F - Cold Holding) as per operator was received yesterday and stored at room temperatures. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (53F - Cold Holding) near coffee machine, as per operator less than 20 minutes. Operator stored inside reach in cooler. Mold was also observed on cut potatoes stored at room temperature overnight under three compartments sink. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (125F - Hot Holding); as per operator less than 30 minutes. Operator reheat milk to (168F - Reheating).
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.
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/
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. Yaline, Antoinette.
Food stored on floor. Plastic container with cook oil stored directly on floor kitchen.
Jun 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 6 employees total; no certified manager on duty.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in hall above some dry storage; no shield protection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in kitchen area.
Apr 1, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs and steak cooked anyway not marked on menu.
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 6 employees total; no certified manager on duty.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed at coffee bar area; personal mug, backpacks on countertop.
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed mop sink unable to be reached, boxes and containers stored inside and in front of it.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at oven in coffee bar area.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in hall above some dry storage; no shield protection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored on floor.
Mar 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate14 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. Observed dishwasher machine in kitchen area out of order. Chlorine dishmachine; 0 ppm.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 live flies near mop sink in back of kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler at kitchen entrance with ambient temperature of 50F. The following TCS foods stored inside: beef raw (50F - Cold Holding); sour cream (56F - Cold Holding); turkey bacon (53F - Cold Holding). As per operator; food has been there less than 4 hours. Inspector has operator remove food for proper rapid cooling.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed person in charge with no knowledge to calibrate thermometer. Inspector went over process with person in charge; both thermometers calibrated to 32F.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pancake batter stored in hand sink in kitchen. Operator moved during inspection.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs and steak cooked anyway not marked on menu.
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 6 employees total; no certified manager on duty.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge with no knowledge to calibrate thermometer. Inspector went over process with person in charge; both thermometers calibrated to 32F.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler at kitchen entrance with ambient temperature of 50F. The following TCS foods stored inside: beef raw (50F - Cold Holding); sour cream (56F - Cold Holding); turkey bacon (53F - Cold Holding). As per operator; food has been there less than 4 hours. Inspector has operator remove food for proper rapid cooling.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed at coffee bar area; personal mug, backpacks on countertop.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed three compartment sink not properly set up; no sanitizer step set. Inspector went over proper sink order and filled wash, rinse, and sanitizer sections. Chlorine sanitizer; 100 ppm.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed air conditioner in poor repair; leaking onto floor in hallway.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed on floor in hallway.
Food stored on floor. Observed rice on floor in back storage area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall next to reach in cooler next to mop sink.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop and handle stored inside ice. Person in charge removed scoop and had employee wash, rinse and sanitize.
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed mop sink unable to be reached, boxes and containers stored inside and in front of it.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at oven in coffee bar area.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in hall above some dry storage; no shield protection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen chicken thawing ambiently in back of kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored on floor.
Sep 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (95F - Hot Holding) as per operator less than one hour. Operator reheat to 165°f.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge inside hand wash sink front counter area.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Located Front counter area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter. Operator removed during inspection.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler front counter.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter area.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Front counter area.
Mar 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Operator was coached on proper hand washing procedures.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washed hands in a three compartment sink.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plastic container inside hand wash sink kitchen. Operator removed during inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located cook line area. Operator provided during inspection.
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. Roberto, Antoinette,
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Bathroom.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed coffe drinking and can drink in main kitchen. Observed operator disposed at time of inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Aug 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 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. Provided form during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. Operator provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. Operator provided.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
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