SAMANTHA CAFETERIA
1771 NW 7 ST, Miami FL 33125 · 786.394.0543
Last inspected Nov 25, 2025 · 7 visits since September 2023
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NOV 25
— STEADY
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Nov 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over unwashed vegetables inside reach in cooler kitchen.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with cook oil stored directly on floor kitchen.
Outdoor ice machine with no overhead protection.
Sep 22, 2025Inspection 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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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed napkin stored in handsink next to exit door,
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beef soup at reach in cooler held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at reach in cooler next to exit door.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter.
Feb 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink located in men's restroom. Operator restocked.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on set of tongs on oven door handle at the cook line. Operator removed immediately.
Sep 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw eggs stored over unwashed vegetables in reach in cooler in back prep area. Operator removed eggs and placed them in another cooler in correct order.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in vegetable cooler with rust accumulation on shelves.
Sep 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine chemical test kit for three compartment sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn located near cook line.
Mar 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviche on menu a not identified as a raw product.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine chemical test kit for three compartment sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn located near cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at cook line soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed two wet wiping cloths not stored in chlorine sanitizing solution. Operator discarded immediately.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observe squeeze bottle containing oil located at prep table with no label. Operator placed label.
Sep 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed ham stored inside non food grade back inside chest freezer. Operator removed and stored in clear plastic bag.
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 form to operator.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 form to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink in back kitchen prep area. Operator provided soap.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory on menu or posted on establishment. Provided a printed copy to manager. Manager posted and advised new menu's will be printed with consumer advisory.Corrected On-SiteRepeat Violation**
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in chest freezer near back exit with broken door. Observed gasket torn inside chest freezer.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on the floor near dry storage area. Operator removed from floor immediately.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at front hand wash sink near coffee bar. Observed no hand wash sign in men's bathroom. Printed copies of hand wash sign and provided to manager.
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.