SARUSSI'S CAFE
3670 W 12 AVE, Hialeah FL 33012 · 305 824-4944
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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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.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for Jenny A. has been working more than 60 days.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on chest freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in standing unit at kitchen area and on reach in cooler at sandwich assembly area.
Aug 18, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed burn ointment inside reach in cooler at sandwich assembly area, operator removed.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above sliced cheese inside standing unit at kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (95F - Cold Holding) at sandwich assembly area, as per operator Les than 2 hours. Operator moved to reach in cooler.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed shut off hot water.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for Jenny A. has been working more than 60 days.
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed shut off hot water.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance on ice machine at front counter.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on men's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on chest freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed on chest freezer at kitchen area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter next to 3 compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in standing unit at kitchen area and on reach in cooler at sandwich assembly area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soil residues accumulate on shelves and interior in standing unit at kitchen area.
Mar 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at front areas soiled vents, water damage tiles.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator placed scoop with handle upwards.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Oct 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs stored at ambient temperature, front counter area. Employee stored shell eggs inside inside beverage cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked pork (60F - Cold Holding); ham and cheese sandwiches (58F Cold Holding), according to to employee placed in cooler 2 hours ago. Employee moved items to other reach in cooler for rapid chill.
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed one ambient thermometer broken cooler front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dusty vents and tiles, and some tiles water damaged, at dining area.
Food stored on floor.Observed cooking oil containers stored on the kitchen floor. Operator stored cooking oil containers on top of milk crates, of the Floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ins ice machine. Operator placed scoop with handle upwards
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at hood system.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled food splashes at kitchen.
Jan 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed measuring device not available for high temperature dish machine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee provided soap
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Employee replaced paper towels.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed gaskets on reach in freezers soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with water stains.and vents dusty.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at kitchen under prep table, foil torn.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed cleaning cloths not stored in sanitation solution between uses, top of prep table at kitchen.
Aug 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board at kitchen grooved
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee put scoop with handle upwards.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled, also gaskets in 3 door reach in cooler.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean containers.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen.
Mar 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed sliced ham, sliced cheese, portioned raw beef inside reaching cooler at kitchen according to cook prepared yesterday at noon not day labeled.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed not measuring device available for temperature dishwashing machine
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on chest freezer torn
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on the kitchen floor. Employee stored cooking oil six inches above the floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in men bathroom and under counter by coffee station, not sign available
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on front counter reach in cooler soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to clean containers inside reach in cooler at kitchen.
Oct 4, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no hot temperature measuring device not available at front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in dining area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed chest freezer lid in disrepair at kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with sugar not labeled by common name at coffee station.
Aug 4, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at kitchen table on ice cut tomato (45F - Cold Holding); cut ham (45F - Cold Holding); cut cheese (45F - Cold Holding). Operator added ice to food containers for rapid chill.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of bug killer stored above hand sink. Employee stored bug killer spray properly.
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. Observed hand wash sink with plastic container inside. Operator removed the container.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no hot temperature measuring device not available at front counter.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand wash sink. Operator provided the towel paper.
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.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed nonfood -grade brush at coffee station.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed inside reach in co At kitchen, cooked potatoes, tuna salad, cut ham, cooked beef, and cooked beans, ac to manager prepared the day before no date labeled
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in dining area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed chest freezer lid in disrepair at kitchen.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between wall and drying rack at kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with sugar not labeled by common name at coffee station.
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.