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TINTA Y CAFE

1315 PONCE DE LEON BLVD, Coral Gables FL 33134 · 305-213-9411

Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats31
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2335159
Grade history
SEP 24
MAR 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 3 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
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. Form provided to operator while conducting the inspection.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Badges — 2 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Aug 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Repeat Violation
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed one box with disposable kitchen items stored under the shelf by restroom entrance.
Basic/25-06-4
Feb 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Containers for sugar and salt in the kitchen not labeled to identify products.
Intermediate/02D-02-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter.
Basic/10-07-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Reach in cooler crevices soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Aug 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Units at kitchen,handles needs to be clean.
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Basic/36-32-5/Repeat Violation
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Mar 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents in kitchen area above prep table.
Basic/36-34-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with excessive cutting marks in front counter prep area.
Basic/14-09-4
Food stored on floor. Observed case of water on floor near front counter prep area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler in kitchen prep area.
Basic/23-03-4
Sep 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Buildup of residue on equipment door handles.
Basic/23-24-4
Food stored on floor. Observed a box with oranges stored on kitchen's floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
Apr 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
Intermediate/16-33-4
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag with flour stored on floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
Oct 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
High priority/29-37-4
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. Form provided to operator while conducting the inspection.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
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. Form provided to operator while conducting the inspection.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Lids on floor at kitchen.
Basic/24-07-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. For personal in the kitchen.
Basic/13-03-4

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.