SYLVIA CAFÉ CATERING SERVICE
14124 NW 27 AVE UNIT A, Opa-Locka FL 33054 · 786-970-7649
Last inspected Mar 18, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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JUL 24
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MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired since 10/1/2025
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 18, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired since 10/1/2025
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside reach in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris inside reach in cooler.
Nov 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over shredded cheeks at front counter reach-in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quad sanitizer in used but not test strips on hand.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed some auxiliary cutting boards with marks not longer cleanable.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest reach in freezer unit at storage area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at unit at front serving counter.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Manager changed the water and put it on the steaming table.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beans held for,ore than 24/hrs without date marked.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of the preparation table.
Jul 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing no sign at front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metal container inside flour handle.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.under the A/C unit.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Plastic gallons with oil on the floor at dry storage.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezing with ice buildup,.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler soiled.
Apr 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water 109°F. Manager changed water and put the container in the steam table.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer soiled and can opener soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sanitizer bucket in it. Manager removed it.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked: chicken, pork held for more than 24/hrs without date marked inside reach in cooler.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Grease under cooking equipments.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven soiled
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink at front counter.
Dec 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Grease under cooking equipments
Oct 31, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. New counter, coffee maker toaster and microwave were installed in the right side of the lobby, a new hand washing sink needs to be added in that area.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed new counter, coffee maker, toaster, reach in freezer and microwave were added to the establishment.(lobby area)
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Grease under cooking equipments
Aug 31, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. New counter, coffee maker toaster and microwave were installed in the right side of the lobby, a new hand washing sink needs to be added in that area.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed new counter, coffee maker, toaster, reach in freezer and microwave were added to the establishment.(lobby area)
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Grease under cooking equipments
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven soiled
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Greasy wall in kitchen area
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.