OCEAN DELIGHT'S CAFE
782 NW 42ND AVENUE UNIT 14, Miami FL 33126 · 305.444.1040
Last inspected Jan 5, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Jul 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm). During the inspection employee added more chlorine Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation and no washing hands after changing task. Provided coaching and guidance to the employee on appropriate methods and best practices. Employee washed hands and put on new gloves.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee cracking eggs and then washing hands without using soap. Provided coaching and guidance to the employee on appropriate methods and best practices. Employee washed hands
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef (picaña)stored over cooked pasta in reach in cooler, located at preparation kitchen. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bib, located above the steamer.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed preparation kitchen reach in cooler gaskets torn.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Discussed and coached employee. During the inspection employee removed item.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at men's bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed preparation kitchen reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of the sliding glass doors reach in cooler soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked beef not covered inside the 2 doors standing reach in cooler.
Vending machine exterior soiled. Observed hood system soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bottled with oils in the kitchen area not properly label.
Jan 24, 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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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves where to go containers and food is kept across cook line. Observed rust under prep table across flat top where shortening is kept.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed broken wall tiles behind dish rack.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on multiple shelves in walk reach in coolers and freezers.
Jan 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw sausage links stored above onions and potato. Cook moved to bottom shelf.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in cooler across dish rack with ambient temperature of 57F. The following foods stored inside: salmon filets (56F - Cold Holding); mani filets (56F - Cold Holding); hamburger patty (47F - Cold Holding); churrasco (47F - Cold Holding); marinated steak (49F - Cold Holding); marinated steak (45F - Cold Holding); ham chunk (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); cooked rice and beans (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding); bacon (46F - Cold Holding); sausages (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator, food has been there for more than 4 hours prior to inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler across dish rack with ambient temperature of 57F. The following foods stored inside: salmon filets (56F - Cold Holding); mani filets (56F - Cold Holding); hamburger patty (47F - Cold Holding); churrasco (47F - Cold Holding); marinated steak (49F - Cold Holding); marinated steak (45F - Cold Holding); ham chunk (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); cooked rice and beans (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding); bacon (46F - Cold Holding); sausages (46F - Cold Holding) As per operator, food has been there for more than 4 hours prior to inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade. Operator placed at sink to be washed, rinsed and sanitized.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed knife in kitchen handsink. Cook moved during inspection.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves where to go containers and food is kept across cook line. Observed rust under prep table across flat top where shortening is kept.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple soiled ceiling tiles in kitchen area.
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 across dish rack with ambient temperature of 57F. The following foods stored inside: salmon filets (56F - Cold Holding); mani filets (56F - Cold Holding); hamburger patty (47F - Cold Holding); churrasco (47F - Cold Holding); marinated steak (49F - Cold Holding); marinated steak (45F - Cold Holding); ham chunk (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); cooked rice and beans (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding); bacon (46F - Cold Holding); sausages (46F - Cold Holding)
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed broken wall tiles behind dish rack.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer at bar area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers throughout kitchen. Observed hood system above flat top soiled. Observed pipe next to steam table and outlets soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on multiple shelves in walk reach in coolers and freezers.
Sep 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over chopped romaine. Chef moved eggs to bottom shelf.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in bar area, operator brought paper towels over.
Equipment located in an area not protected from overhead leakage of pipes, drains and other sources. Observed clean dishware stored underneath leaking air vent. Chef moved dishes from underneath air vent.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles in between three compartment sink and flat top.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of ovens soiled
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed vents above fryer soiled.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed handles leaking at three compartment sink
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth stored underneath three compartment sink. Chef moved cloths to sanitizer bucket. Observed wiping cloth at three compartment sink at bar area, operator moved to sanitizer bucket.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of breadcrumbs not labeled.
Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice pudding with no date marked.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Employee removed Mahi-mahi from packaging.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed under counter hole on wall.
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steaks over cooked chicken and cooked pork inside reach in cooler located at back kitchen.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm). Operator made a new solution Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed plastic containers with dressing inside with no date marked stored inside standing reach in cooler at front counter.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice pudding, and flan without date marked. As per operator desserts are made every day.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents throughout establishment.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pans no inverted on top of shelves at cook line.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at prep table near cook line.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall tiles missing in the kitchen area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment/wall. Observed knife store between wall tiles.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board at prep table near steam table. Operator removed it.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled oven interior located at cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets located at sandwiches station.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic bottles with oil without labels located at prep table near flat grill and cook line
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