MUGS COFFEE
18090 COLLINS AVE T 17, Sunny Isles Beach FL 33160 · 786-647-6166
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Observed case of oranges with mold-like growth. See stop sale.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Observed case of oranges with mold-like growth. See stop sale.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in bathroom.
Observed handwash sink nozzle with water filter attached. Advised person in charge that filter must be removed and hand washing sink cannot be used for other purposes other than hand washing.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
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Observed Raw avocado not washed prior to preparation.
Jul 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 dishes stored in hand washing sink behind front counter. Advised employee that all hand washing sinks are to remain accessible at all times and she removed.
Observed handwash sink nozzle with water filter attached. Advised person in charge that filter must be removed and hand washing sink cannot be used for other purposes other than hand washing.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Observed water draining onto floor from pipe under hand washing sink in kitchen area.
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Observed Employee began working with food and prepping coffee after taking customer order without first washing hands.
Observed handwash sink nozzle with water filter attached. Advised person in charge that filter must be removed and hand washing sink cannot be used for other purposes other than hand washing.
Observed the following sinks not accessible due to dishes stored in handwashing sink behind front counter and purse stored in handwashing sink in kitchen area. sink behind front not accessible for employee use at all times.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Observed Ceiling in dining room shows water damage.
Observed take out containers stored on floor behind front counter.
Water draining onto floor from hand washing sink in kitchen area.
Oct 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Observed handwash sink nozzle with water filter attached. Advised person in charge that filter must be removed and hand washing sink can not be used for other purposes other than hand washing.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Mar 26, 2025Inspection 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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Employee touching ready-to-eat foods with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed chef preparing and plating raw salmon with bare hands. Advised manager abdominal she instructed employee to wash hands and put on gloves.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license As of 10/1/24.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Mar 26, 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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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Sep 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 26 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority7 Intermediate14 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee serve customer then proceed to prep food without washing hands.
Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Observed at time of inspection mop sink blocked and manager advised that wastewater is dumped into floor drains.
Observed pastries displayed on front counter not properly protected from contamination.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed cans of raid stored in mop sink.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon being stored directly over cooked bacon in reach in cooler and reach in freezer.
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 and emailed form to operator to print.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed mozzarella cheese thawing in hand washing sink. Located in kitchen area. Chef removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed filter attached to hand washing sink nozzle used for drinking water.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 and emailed form to operator to print.
Observed establishment using lactic acid for sanitizer. No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed establishment offering fresh squeezed orange juice prepared on site not date marked. Juice was located in front counter reach in cooler not accessible to customers. Advised manager to add date marking.
AC vents soiled with accumulated dust.
Clean bowls, plates, containers, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food storage container lid cracked and broken.
Hole in wall behind reach in freezer and soiled in some areas. Located in kitchen area/ prep area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance, grease and food debris.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed cleaning equipment stored on shelf directly next to food in dry storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed mozzarella cheese thawing at ambient temperature. Located in hand washing sink. Chef moved to reach in cooler.
Portable fire extinguisher is inaccessible due to being stored on floor behind various equipment. Located behind front counter. For reporting purposes only.
May 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining various containers of cut vegetables.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon being stored on top of various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler. Chef rearrange.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed water filter attached to hand washing sink nozzle behemoth front counter. Also observed employee washing dishes in hand washing sink.
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 present at time of inspection with no certified manager present.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pans stored on floor between 3 compartment sink and prep shelf. Chef moved to shelf.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of oranges on floor under prep shelf. Chef moved to shelf.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Apr 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing dishes in hand washing sink and sanitizing afterwards. Advised person in charge that dishes must be sanitized before using.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining various containers of cut vegetables.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed a can of raid stored on floor under 3 compartment sink.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham and cheese sandwich stored on front counter cabinet at 60F - Cold Holding. As per person in charge food had only been in cabinet for about 1 hour.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dishes being stored in hand washing sink behind front counter.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed water filter attached to hand washing sink nozzle behemoth front counter. Also observed employee washing dishes in hand washing sink.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed pans being stored directly on floor.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed takeout cups and lids being stored on floor in dining room.
Stored food not covered. Observed various foods being stored to reach in cooler uncovered.
Nov 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment operating without a license. Establishment was open and serving about 7 guest at time of licensing inspection. Temporary license was given to operator.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining a container of cut lettuce.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored on top of various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler. Advised manger and she rearranged.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food temperatures greater than 41°F; ham and cheese sandwiches (53F - Cold Holding); raspberry and cheese pastry (53F - Cold Holding); cheese pastry (57F - Cold Holding) All located on front counter. Person in charge moved to reach in cooler.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Located in kitchen area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of takeout cups being stored on floor in dining room and pack of takeout containers stored on floor in kitchen area.
Aug 25, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing dishes and not sanitizing afterwards. Advised person in charge and she instructed employee to rewash and sanitize dishes.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining container of cut lettuce.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of raid being stored in mop sink.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Ambient temperature was 74°F and located on prep shelf.
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 and email form to operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dishes being stored in hand washing sink. Located behind front counter.
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 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 and email form to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle being stored in container of granola.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of food being stored on floor in kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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.