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MILLERS CAFETERIA

13439 SW 56 ST, Miami FL 33175 · (305)559-1706

Last inspected Jul 1, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats16
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2317451
Grade history
NOV 24
FEB 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10-01-23.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jul 1, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findings
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
High priority/12A-07-5
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed produce stored inside thank you bag inside WIC.
High priority/14-31-5
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork stored over unwashed produce inside the walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris inside the deli meat slicer.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked black beans, cooked soup, cooked ground beef inside WIC with no date marked. As per cook from previous day.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal water bottle stored on prep table next to kitchen oven.
Basic/12B-07-4/Repeat Violation
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
Food stored on floor. Observed beans bag on floor at front counter.
Basic/08B-38-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Basic/31B-04-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation
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Feb 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw bacon and raw sausages stored above unwashed fruit inside the walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored above ready to eat ham inside the walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine in sanitizing bucket over 200 ppm. Employee diluted solution to 100ppm.
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
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 to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris inside the deli meat slicer.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dust pan inside handwash sink in the front area. Employee removed.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing at hand-wash sink.
Basic/36-03-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal water bottle stored on prep table in front area. Employee moved to a non food area.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the handle of reach cooler housing beverages in the front area.
Basic/14-11-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside three reach in freezers located in front area.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed in-use spatula stored on an empty soiled egg carton. Employee removed utensil for washing and discarded egg carton tray.
Basic/10-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelving used to store clean food pans next to stove grill. Observed soiled an oven being used for storage of clean pots and pans.
Basic/23-03-4
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
Basic/14-17-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled where knives are stored on a knife magnet.
Basic/36-27-5
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soiled floors in the front prep area.
Basic/36-10-4
Aug 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at front handwashing sink, employee provided during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with bleach and water at front counter. Manager labeled during inspection.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with hole at dining area.
Basic/36-32-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal drink on top preparation table in kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of red beans being stored on the floor behind front counter. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed white rice with date marked from 2/1/25. Operator discarded it.
High priority/02C-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed white rice with date marked from 2/1/25. Operator discarded it.
High priority/01B-13-4
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. Emailed the form to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
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. Employee name Diana with 3 months of being hired.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under leaking under three compartment sink and hand sink.
Basic/29-11-4
Nov 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed empty pot inside the hand sink, located at cooking line. During the inspection operator removed the pot.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin, located front counter.
Basic/22-20-5
Ice buildup in chest freezer, located at front counter.
Basic/14-69-4
Reach-in cooler interior soiled, located at front counter.
Basic/22-16-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at front counter.
Basic/14-33-4
May 28, 2024□ 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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Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area.
Basic/36-02-5/Warning/Return visit May 28, 2024 · Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area. Time Extended
Feb 9, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored inside of thank you bag at reach in freezer at front counter. Operator discarded thank you bag.
High priority/14-31-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10-01-23.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork at walk in cooler. Operator was informed that the products needed to be relocated. Operator rearranged products
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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 via email to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at coffee station. Operator discarded brush.
Intermediate/14-14-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed thermometer doesn't work.
Intermediate/05-06-4/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken soup and cooked pork with no date marking. As operator for approximately 2 days prior. Operator placed date marking.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 4 employees training all expired on 09-01-23.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Ice buildup in wide chest reach-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at men restroom.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood soiled dripping grease at cook line.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed several containers in the walk in cooler with old labels.
Basic/16-46-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at reach in cooler front counter.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area.
Basic/36-02-5/Warning
Aug 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
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 handouts.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
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 form.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed sugar container without label. Employee labeled it.
Intermediate/02D-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed bags of rice and green peas at front counter.
Basic/08B-38-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters with heavy soiled and soiled reach in freezer gaskets.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Located at front counter.
Basic/14-33-4
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation

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.