MUNCHIES CAFE
11367 SW 40ST, Miami FL 33165
Last inspected Mar 27, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10-1-23.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shelled eggs stored above raw fish inside reach in cooler. Operator removed raw shelled eggs.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelf used to stored clean pots and pans with surface rust.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle of sanitizer not labeled near front counter. Operator labeled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave door handle soiled.
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled near cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. Observed reach in cooler in kitchen prep area with soiled gaskets.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler located in kitchen prep area with soiled interior.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled cloth used at cook line. Operator discarded.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall next to three compartment sink soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on top of white cutting board not stored in sanitation solution.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working squeeze bottle of oil located across the cook line with no label. Operator labeled.
Nov 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed shell eggs over raw bacon.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled, microwave soiled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment. Observed slicer reach in cooler soiled.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean pans, pots stored in a dirty shelf under the steam table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone on top of the slicer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed kitchen floor soiled.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of eggs on the floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach ice buildup inside of the reach in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mixer reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed kitchen cooler soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed kitchen walls soiled.
Jan 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 3 compartment sink (Chlorine 0ppm). Employee replenished solution with chlorine. Final reading, 100ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed produce shelves at hallway near bathrooms soiled with old food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge and wiping cloths stored inside hand sink at kitchen. Cook removed items.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with old food debris at storage trailer outside back exit door. Operator began removing debris.
Interior of oven and microwave has accumulation of old food debris at kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing signs provided at hand sinks at men and women bathrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of salt container at cook line soiled with old food debris. Cook began removing debris. Observed accumulation of old food debris on exterior of fryers.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves at standing reach in cooler at kitchen with rust.
Screening is not 16-mesh to the inch. Observed at storage area outside back exit door.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed storage shelves containing unpackaged onions and boniato at hallway leading to bathrooms.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm) at front counter. Employee replenished solution with chlorine. Final reading, 100ppm.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt not labels at kitchen.
Aug 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelves where pumpkin, potatoes and onions are stored at hallway leading to public bathroom soiled. Operator began removing debris.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line. Cook replenished paper towels.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of fryer and shelf above fryer soiled with old food debris.
Observed unpackaged onions and potatoes on shelves in hallway leading to public bathrooms.
Screening is not 16-mesh to the inch. Observed at storage area located outside back door.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind fryers soiled with old food debris.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at front counter.
Mar 20, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10-1-23.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over maduro and cooked beef at standing reach in cooler at kitchen. Cook rearranged products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs (54F - Cold Holding) at standing reach in cooler at kitchen. As per employee product was out at room temperature for less than 1 hour.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stored cooking utensils with old food debris near water heating device.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge and forks stored inside hand sink at front counter area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of flan not date marked at reach in cooler at front counter.
Interior of ovens and microwave has accumulation of food debris. Also observed stove top heavily soiled with old food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed storage shelves soiled above 3 compartment sink.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed at women's bathroom.
Sep 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Observed hose stored inside 3 compartment sink.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs at stored at room temperature at cook line. As per manager, for approximately 1 hour.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine solution at 200 plus ppm. Manager diluted solution with water. Final reading, 100ppm.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed drain from ceiling leading into hand sink at kitchen.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at kitchen and front counter.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed standing reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair at kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan soiled with accumulation dust and grease. Observed fan cover soiled with dust at standing reach in cooler at kitchen. Employee removed dust.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at standing reach in cooler at kitchen. Employee removed debris. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled with food debris at storage area.
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