PUROAST COFFEE
632 S MIAMI AVE, Miami FL 33130 · 786.212.1956
Last inspected Mar 2, 2026 · 6 visits since January 2024
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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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed staff not knowing how to calibrate at thermometer using the cold method. Coached staff.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter soiled with mold-like substance.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at white cutting board at kitchen area.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed staff wearing a watch while doing food preparation.
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed at staff doing food preparation at front counter.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed at RIC gaskets at front counter.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed at container of granola next to HWS.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bathroom used by staff.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at HWS at kitchen.
Oct 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed CUT LETTUCE (48F - Cooling)at reach in cooler, as per date mark made two days prior.
Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed CUT LETTUCE (48F - Cooling)at reach in cooler, as per date mark made two days prior.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter soiled with debris.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee at front counter engaging in food service wearing at watch and bracelet.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach in cooler at cook line and at front counte torn.
Mar 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee Using hand sink as a dumb sink.
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.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Clean kitchen floor underneath all kitchen equipment.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. (Oven)
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Clean all kitchen top surfaces of all shelves throughout.
Oct 22, 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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Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets inside reach in cooler at right side of kitchen entrance in disrepair.
Oct 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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No proof of parasite destruction or aquaculture documentation for cold smoked salmon served raw or undercooked. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Operator called distribution center and they provided letter during the inspection.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at ambient temperature of 77F by steam table at kitchen entrance. Provided to operator time as a public health control since he utilized for less than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (88F - Hot Holding) on steam table by kitchen entrance. Provided to operator time as a public health control since he utilized for less than 4 hours.
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 and operator printed and posted.
Food manager certification expired. 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 Aaron Dellers certificate provided by Serve safe expired on 05-15-2024.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed fried eggs and smoked salmon offered raw on menu not identified.
No certified food manager for establishment. 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 Aaron Dellers certificate provided by Serve safe expired on 05-15-2024.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment menu offers eggs any style without consumer advisory posted.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets inside reach in cooler at right side of kitchen entrance in disrepair.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator, printed and posted.
Jan 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 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. Provided to manager. Manager printed and posted.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
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. Provided to manager. Manager printed and staff signed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket in kitchen in disrepair.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover in reach in cooler soiled.
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.