SENOR PAN CAFE
11238 SW 137 AVE, Miami FL 33186 · 7864145769
Last inspected Jun 10, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed at rear of kitchen next to ice machine, 2 live roaches on the floor crawling under the ice machine and dry food storage racks.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024041006 | Jul 18, 2024 | Apr 16, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over case of plantains in walk in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw shelled eggs in walk in cooler. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shelled eggs in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken breast (91F - Hot Holding) on grill of cook line as per employee cooked an hour before. Employee reheated chicken breast (167F - Reheating).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer on preparation table across from dish machine soiled with food debris.
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tres leches, rice pudding and flan, as per operator prepared on site without date of preparation.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance in the interior of ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of grease in ceiling tiles throughout kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil stored on floor across from ice machine. Operator stored off of floor during time of inspection.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven handle at cook line. Operator removed tongs from oven handle.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed assorted desserts prepared onsite in reach in cooler across from bar area not bearing minimum label requirements.
No hot running water at mop sink. Observed mop sink installed outside without hot running water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler and freezer units throughout kitchen soiled.
Aug 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on walk in cooler door handle. Also observed on reach in coolers at cook line.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under preparation table and equipment at cook line. Also at walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler curtains with mold-like substance or slime.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter.
Aug 5, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/. Establishment is open to business during inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed portioned raw chicken and portioned raw steak not properly separated inside reach in cooler. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked ground beef, cooked chick peas and homemade tomato sauce dated on 7/25 on standing reach in cooler at kitchen area. Operator discarded during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.Observed cooked ground beef, cooked chick peas and homemade tomato sauce dated on 7/25 on standing reach in cooler at kitchen area. Operator discarded during inspection. Also observed pasta (53F - Cold Holding) over 24 hours at walk in cooler. Operator discarded during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (53F - Cold Holding) as per operator over 24 hours, operator discarded food. Also observed cooked steak (47F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler, as per operator walk in cooler door was opened for delivery. Also observed pooled eggs (49F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (51F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per employee less than 45 min. Employee moved food to reach in cooler interior.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef empanadas (123F - Hot Holding) at front counter, as per operator less than 1 hour. Operator increased temperature of warmer during inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on walk in cooler door handle. Also observed on reach in coolers at cook line.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under preparation table and equipment at cook line. Also at walk in cooler.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed on power chocolate container at front counter. Operator removed utensil during inspection.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler curtains with mold-like substance or slime.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal drink incident reach in cooler at cook line, employee removed personal drink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in cooler interior at cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed power chocolate container not identified at front counter.
Jul 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Advised operator to only utilize three compartment sink until technician fixes dishwasher.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in walk in cooler.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on cardboard boxes in rear kitchen area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed through kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at front counter coffee station. Operator labeled container during inspection.
Dec 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee prepare food and then begin touching clean dishes without changing gloves. Manager coached employee on proper handwashing and glove changing procedures.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 2 certifications expired.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at door handles to walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating by the stove in kitchen area. Manager coached employee on proper areas to eat.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on a case of beer. Operator stored properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handles in kitchen area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching sugar at front counter coffee station.
Light not functioning. Observed in kitchen area above the fryer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fans in walk in cooler soiled with dust. Also observed gaskets to reach in cooler across from stove soiled. Also observed hood filters soiled with grease.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple clean containers with old labels in equipment storage area.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed standing water around preparation area next to dishwasher.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple containers at dry storage area not labeled by common name. Operator began labeling containers during inspection. Also observed container of salt not labeled in the kitchen area next to stove.
Jul 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door next to mop sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several cracked tiles throughout kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at oven next to walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
Jul 18, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in walk in cooler shredded beef (50F - Cooling); brown rice (50F - Cooling); black beans (51F - Cooling); raw chicken (49F - Cooling); raw beef (50F - Cooling); Piccadillo (51F - Cooling). As per date label items were portioned and stored in containers on 7/17/24. As per owner chef began cooling process of items at approximately 2am, more than 6 hours ago.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee at cook line crack eggs into skillet then proceeded to use spatula to flip flank steak and then plate items without changing gloves and washing hands.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed at rear of kitchen next to ice machine, 2 live roaches on the floor crawling under the ice machine and dry food storage racks.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in walk in cooler shredded beef (50F - Cooling); brown rice (50F - Cooling); black beans (51F - Cooling); raw chicken (49F - Cooling); raw beef (50F - Cooling); Piccadillo (51F - Cooling). As per date label items were portioned and stored in containers on 7/17/24. As per owner chef began cooling process of items at approximately 2am, more than 6 hours ago.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table cooler across from cook line pooled eggs (64F - Cold Holding); flank steak (64F - Cold Holding). As per cook for about 2 hours. Cook placed into reach in cooler to cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated in a microwave oven for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line prep table inside the microwave brown rice (117F - Reheating). As per operator about 30 minutes ago. Cook prepared to reheat.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line table next to microwave white rice (109F - Hot Holding). As per operator was reheated about 30 minutes ago. Cook began to reheat. Observed at fryer fries (117F - Hot Holding).
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at hand wash sink at bar area, used as dump sink with food debris and spoon inside.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed at cook line, reach in cooler door broken off the latches.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door next to mop sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several cracked tiles throughout kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler a container of raw beef stored on floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line tongs stored on oven handle.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at oven next to walk in cooler.
Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed at rear of kitchen next to office, to go containers stored on floor.
Standing water in bottom of walk-in-cooler.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filter soiled with grease build up.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
Feb 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed dishwasher handled dirty dishes then handled clean sanitized utensils without washing hands.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored above potato fries located in the standing reach in freezer #2:
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed containers stored in unit by the front counter.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in the ice machine.
Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed box containing togo food containers stored on the dry storage floor.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulation of grease.
Aug 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw portioned beef stored above cut peppers located in the prep reach in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw portioned beef stored above empanadas located in reach in freezer #2
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed empty food container stored in the kitchen unit.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available at the time of the inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling in the walk-in cooler soiled with mold like substance.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed ambient temperature,drawer unit at the time of the inspection at approximately 52F. Operator removed both TCS item to other cooler and called service technician. drawers; marinated chicken breast,as per operator about 30 mins ago taken at 10:30am (53F - Cooling)operator removed to other cooler..
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under and by the cookline
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket containing sauces stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at the cookline. Observed interior of microwave oven soiled with encrusted food debris,cookline.
Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed box containing togo food containers stored on the dry storage floor.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulation of grease. Observed fan covers located in the walk-in cooler soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in the walk-in cooler.
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.