REY CAFE
1201 NW 22 ST, Miami FL 33142 · 786 320 4579
Last inspected Mar 27, 2026 · 6 visits since December 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 14 points off where it started.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed approximately 2LBS of chopped up fish with mold like substance inside a metal container being held inside reach in cooler of kitchen area. Also observed plastic container of tomato sauce with mold like substance inside reach in cooler of kitchen area. Operator discarded both products onsite.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee starting to prep product, put gloves on with no hand wash. Coached employee on proper handwashing.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed beef soup above white rice inside reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels onsite.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and cooked beans inside reach in cooler with no date marking.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards on prep area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Stored food not covered. Observed white rice not covered inside of reach in cooler. Operator covered it onsite.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area.
Jul 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed approximately 2LBS of chopped up fish with mold like substance inside a metal container being held inside reach in cooler of kitchen area. Also observed plastic container of tomato sauce with mold like substance inside reach in cooler of kitchen area. Operator discarded both products onsite.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed approximately 2LBS of chopped up fish with mold like substance inside a metal container being held inside reach in cooler of kitchen area. Also observed plastic container of tomato sauce with mold like substance inside reach in cooler of kitchen area. Operator discarded both products onsite.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic containers inside both hand sinks, front counter and kitchen area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed by hand sink in kitchen entrance.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed by hand sink in kitchen entrance.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beans, white rice, and cooked beef inside reach in cooler at kitchen area that has been held more than 24 hours with no date marking.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair above kitchen area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed inside unisex restroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with excessive cut marks on prep table in kitchen area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall to the left of the hood system in kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside reach in freezer at kitchen entrance.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of microwave in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen stove soiled. Observed reach in cooler doors soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside reach in cooler at kitchen area.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed urinal inside unisex restroom in disrepair.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled behind and above 3 compartment sink.
Jul 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ceiling fan above three compartment sink soiled. Observed stove soiled with grease.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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/
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed clean dishes on the sink.
Dec 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a strainer band plastic containers in the sink. The cook removed the items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen entrance and restroom.
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. Form provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen entrance and restroom.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
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.