SUPERLATINOS CAFE RESTAURANTE CORP
11356 QUAIL ROOST DR, Miami FL 33157 · 305-232-6691
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 11 visits since September 2023
5 inspections, swinging between C and F. 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.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2026037847 | Mar 24, 2026 | Jun 24, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed Ham(51 F - Cold Holding); lettuce (51 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler. As per employee foods were stored yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (51 F - Cold Holding); tomatoes (51 F - ambient); beef (51 F - Cold Holding); chicken (51 F - Cold Holding); pork (51 F - Cold Holding) (47 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler. As per manager for less than 3 hours, Employee placed food inside walk in cooler. Also observed Ham(51 F - Cold Holding); lettuce (51 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler. As per employee foods were stored yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn at the cook line.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed Ham(51 F - Cold Holding); lettuce (51 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler. As per employee foods were stored yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (51 F - Cold Holding); tomatoes (51 F - ambient); beef (51 F - Cold Holding); chicken (51 F - Cold Holding); pork (51 F - Cold Holding) (47 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler. As per manager for less than 3 hours, Employee placed food inside walk in cooler. Also observed Ham(51 F - Cold Holding); lettuce (51 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler. As per employee foods were stored yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed 2 ceiling tile missing. One in the kitchen and the other at the dining area.
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 reach in cooler is not working properly. All foods inside were out of temperature.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table at the sandwich station. Manager discarded it.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn at the cook line.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed two bolws used as scoop inside the food at the steam table.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at the reach in cooler at the cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed fish inside the reach in freezer not covered. Employee covered the food.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
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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 ground beef (54 F - Cold Holding)inside the walk in cooler. As per manager food began the cooling process on the previous day and never reached 41 F. Food has been out of temperature control for more than 4 hours.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed ground beef (54 F - Cold Holding)inside the walk in cooler. As per manager food began the cooling process on the previous day and never reached 41 F. Food has been out of temperature control for more than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (47 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler. As per manager for less than 2 hours, Employee placed food inside walk in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection by the back door.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at front counter and back storage..
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage above reach in freezer.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displays expired on 10/ 2023.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn, located at cooking line.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed 2 plastic lids broken for the rice and beans containers.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 29 recorded, 6 high priority.
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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 ground beef (54 F - Cold Holding)inside the walk in cooler. As per manager food began the cooling process on the previous day and never reached 41° F. Food has been out of temperature control for more than 4 hours.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee was not sanitizing utensils.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed liver stored above cooked food inside the walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed ground beef (54 F - Cold Holding)inside the walk in cooler. As per manager food began the cooling process on the previous day and never reached 41° F. Food has been out of temperature control for more than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (47 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler. As per manager for less than 2 hours, Employee placed food inside walk in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection by the back door.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed employee did not know how to sanitize utensils. Employee was coached.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee dumped milk inside the hand wash sink at the front counter.
No handwash sink for employees. Observed ice cream scooping area without a handwashing sink accessible.
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. Observed Guadalupe Amaya has not signed food employee reporting agreement. Form was provided to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand sink in the kitchen. Manager provided soap.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple food inside the walk in cooler held more than 24 hrs not date marked.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at front counter and back storage..
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage above reach in freezer.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displays expired on 10/ 2023.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed opened water bottle stored above preparation table.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn, located at cooking line.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed 2 plastic lids broken for the rice and beans containers.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic oil containers stored on the floor. Manager removed them.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between the wall and the preparation table in the kitchen. Employee removed it.
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 inside the rice. Manager removed it.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a scoop stored in standing water 74°F at the front counter.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food inside the reach in cooler not covered.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths on preparation table in the kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with sugar not identified at the front counter. Employee labeled the sugar.
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed an employee handle raw eggs and then immediately retrieve sliced ham from the reach in cooler without changing gloves. Discussed and coached employee in proper methods. Employee washed hands and put on a clean gloves.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef steaks stored over cut lettuce in walk in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored on floor underneath three compartment sink. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. During the inspection employee cleaned it.
No soap provided at handwash sink, located at cooking line. During the inspection employee provided soap.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling tile missing. By the dishwasher machine area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn, located at cooking line.
Food stored on floor. Observed one case of water stored on the floor at front counter. During the inspection employee removed item and placed it correctly.
Ice buildup chest in freezer
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Rosa Amaya, Edgar Torres, Omar Miranda, Carlos Iraheta employed more than sixty days with expired food handler training.
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 at time of inspection all employee training certificates expired on 10-11-24.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles over preparation station at front counter not smooth and easily cleaned.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
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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 COOKED PORK CHUNKS (48F - Cooling Holding) at walk in cooler, from the previous day.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat food in walk in cooler at kitchen area. Manager placed on bottom shelf.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed COOKED PORK CHUNKS (48F - Cooling Holding) at walk in cooler, from the previous day.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Rosa Amaya, Edgar Torres, Omar Miranda, Carlos Iraheta employed more than sixty days with expired food handler training.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at Hand washing sink located at kitchen area next to cook line. Manager placed soap at hand washing sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice pudding and flan in reach in cooler at front counter missing production date, as per manager items were prepared the day before. Manager had employee date mark product.
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 at time of inspection all employee training certificates expired on 10-11-24.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed lime scale buildup in dish machine at kitchen area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles over preparation station at front counter not smooth and easily cleaned.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed four portions of mahi in reach in cooler at kitchen area thawed in its reduced oxygen packaging. Manager discarded product.
Open dumpster lid.
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching his neck and continue working with food. Employee washed your hands after being coached.
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. Information was provided and posted.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed homemade chimichurri at 76 F at room temperature after being packaged. As per manager for around 1 hr. Employee placed chimichurri containers in ice bath.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink in front counter with dirty items Employee removed items.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice pudding at the front cooler cooked onsite Sunday July 14 without date marking. Employee marked the food.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. As per employee content is degreaser.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on drop ceiling in different areas in the restaurant.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license with expiration date October 1, 2023 posted instead of the current license.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee handbags on counter next to condiments.
Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed vertical freezer with gasket in disrepair.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed lid broken in walk in cooler used to cover chicken. Manager removed broken lid and replaced with proper lid.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed hand wash sign missing at the hand sink located in the kitchen.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wet towel in sanitizer solution at 10 ppm front counter area. Employee corrected sanitizer concentration to 50ppm.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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 go from rinsing soiled equipment to remove clean buckets from the dishwasher and failed to wash hands prior.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in the walk in cooler raw chicken over unwashed cabbage.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the reach in cooler in front of the oven at storage area observed raw chicken over raw shrimp, manager corrected it on site.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, at hand wash sink located next to the dishwasher.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler located next to a large chest freezer in the storage area has gasket torn.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Walk in cooler door has exposed insulation.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter in a hot holding observed ham croquettes (130F - Hot Holding); beef empanadas (129F - Hot Holding), as per manager for about 2 hours in the holding unit. Manager reheating the food.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in freezer doors and door handle soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler located next to a large chest freezer in the storage area has gasket torn.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Walk in cooler door has exposed insulation.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.
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