MIKE'S CAFE & DELI
9155 S DADELAND BLVD #100, Miami FL 33156 · 954.806.6946
Last inspected May 4, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $440
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2026040282 | May 4, 2026 | Jul 22, 2026 | $160 |
| 1--2024004945 | Oct 18, 2023 | May 2, 2024 | $280 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
May 4, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Michael Ghantous food manager certificate expired; 12/28/25.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed Michael with missing date of birth.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handle soiled.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed use accumulation in restroom and kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in reach in cooler at front counter.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple coolers.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar on coffee counter with no label.
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed use of cooking equipment with no hood.
Mar 2, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Observed in restroom. Operator placed hose back into socket.
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Observed thermometer soiled.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cabinet under hand sink stored chemicals with dry food.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Michael Ghantous food manager certificate expired; 12/28/25.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed Michael with missing date of birth.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handle soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed use accumulation in restroom and kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in reach in cooler at front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of onions and tomatoes on floor under microwave.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple coolers.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed orange juice in cooler in lobby.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of napkins on floor next to restroom.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar on coffee counter with no label.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed use of cooking equipment with no hood.
Sep 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cheese grater on dish rack.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled microwave handle.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents with dust accumulation.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed bottles of water and coffee cup next to hand sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in reach in at front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of tomato and onion on floor under microwave.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed none copy onsite.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets under reach in cooler at front counter.
Stored food not covered. Observed sugar in cabinet not covered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled next to coffee machine.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Apr 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee prep customers sandwich, walk into lobby to provide employee training, then return to kitchen and place on gloves to prep next customers sandwich with no hand wash.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed at lobby reach in cooler 2 trash bags used to store grilled chicken.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at mini prep cooler grilled chicken (46F - Cold Holding); as per employee about 2 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed next to coffee station caramelized onions (83F - Hot Holding). As per operator for 1 hour.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed at lobby reach in cooler containers of soup not date marked with date of preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at kitchen area and behind cooler equipment old food debris and build up. Operator cleaned reachable areas during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic drink bottles stored on floor in dry storage area. Observed bag of onions stored on floor at prep line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket at reach in coolers at prep line soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers at lobby area and cook line soiled with food debris.
Stored food not covered. Observed at storage cabinet, a bag of sugar not covered. Operator sealed bag during inspection.
Wall attached shelves soiled. Observed wall shelves that store to go containers and breads soiled with old grease/ food debris.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored in mop bucket in bathroom.
Mar 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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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic container inside of the hand sink. Employee removed container.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in the kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled.
Nov 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken breast without date mark inside reach in cooler across front counter. As per operator for approximately 2 days.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jun 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over tomato sauce and chicken salad. Manager moved shell eggs to bottom shelf.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed tow chlorine gallons stored next to SS articles. At dry storage area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle not labeled, as per manager contains degreaser.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. The establishment use a hose located outside at parking lot and waste water goes to sewage system on floor. As per building manager the first mop sink is located at 9th floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed SS stored on floor at dry storage area.
Oct 18, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 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 < 10 ppm). Operator added chlorine to get 50 ppm.
No plan review submitted and approved - Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. No mop sink present or accessible. The establishment used a hose located outside at the parking lot and the waste water goes to the sewage system on floor.
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.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. The establishment used a hose located outside at the parking lot and the waste water goes to the sewage system on floor.
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 the sugar container not identified by common name.
Aug 10, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate4 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 < 10 ppm). Operator added chlorine to get 50 ppm.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed ready to eat onion inside of thank you bag at reach in cooler. Operator put the onion in a container.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic container inside of the hand wash sink. Operator removed the container.
No plan review submitted and approved - Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. No mop sink present or accessible. The establishment used a hose located outside at the parking lot and the waste water goes to the sewage system on floor.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken soup not properly date marked. As per the manager was made two days ago. Manager was informed that he need to date marked the products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with chlorine not labeled next to three compartment sink. Operator was informed that the bottle need to be labeled.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. The establishment used a hose located outside at the parking lot and the waste water goes to the sewage system on floor.
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 the sugar container not identified by common name.
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.