SARA'S BAKERY AND COFFEE
15420 SW 136 ST UNIT 5, Miami FL 33196
Last inspected Mar 3, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
APR 24
OCT 24
APR 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. 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. Provided operator with cleanup procedures via email.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.Observed Two fried eggs were listed on the menu without a connection with consumer advisory regarding undercooked ingredients. The operator corrected the menu at the time of inspection.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with self-closing doors.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two black cutting boards and one white cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal coffee cup on top of prep table inside kitchen area.
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone on top of prep table inside kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at chest reach in freezer located at bathroom exit.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor in food preparation area inside kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed food prepared on site with no label. As per operator less was made Les than 3 hours. Operator labeled.
Sep 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed triple sink chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. Employee added more chlorine with a final reading of 50ppm.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board at kitchen area with deep grooves and not easily cleaned.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at front counter engaging in food preparation not wearing a hair restraint.
Reach-in cooler /Reach-in Freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled with debris.
Apr 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed missing vacuum breaker on hose attached to mop sink sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test kit expired.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed in kitchen near stove.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer chest near bathroom.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service containers stored on floor near back exit door.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil bottles unlabeled on stove.
Jan 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed White rice 118F, black beans 128F all hot holding at steam table. As per manager, products placed at steam table less than 30 minutes prior. Discussed reheating previously cooked products to 165F for hot holding.
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 Saray Gonzalez certification expired on 9-19-24
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Roberto Rojas certification expired on 09-25-24
Oct 8, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed White rice 118F, black beans 128F all hot holding at steam table. As per manager, products placed at steam table less than 30 minutes prior. Discussed reheating previously cooked products to 165F for hot holding.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine ppm 200 plus. Owner diluted solution to 100ppm
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer at 200ppm. Owner diluted solution to 100ppm.
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 Saray Gonzalez certification expired on 9-19-24
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Roberto Rojas certification expired on 09-25-24
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed clean plates, silverware and cups next to handwashing sink located at front counter. Owner moved plates to a different location.
Interior of three compartment sink with rust that has pitted the surface. Located at front counter area.
Apr 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket inside hand wash sink at kitchen. Bucket was removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of single service cups stored on floor near kitchen entrance.
Jan 5, 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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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 operator with cleanup procedures via email.
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 operator with employee reporting responsibilities agreement, operator started signing it during inspection.
Ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance at kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed posted license from October 1, 2023.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in gasket in disrepair at kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed frying oil box on floor at kitchen.
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.