VICTORIA'S BORINQUEN CAFE
27855 S DIXIE HWY, Homestead FL 33032 · 305-248-8880
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections within 4 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Provided form during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 10ppm). Operator added chlorine, retest Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm).
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside reach in cooler by cook line.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed flan and tembleque not date marked at front counter. As per operator more than a day.
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 for food employees Eva and Ana. Expired on 2025.
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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 in contact with chicharron at kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed over triple sink.
Stored food not covered. Observed flan inside reach in cooler at front counter not covered.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from hand sink faucet at kitchen area.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm) under prep table. Operator added chlorine, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
Jan 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw steak in standing unit at kitchen. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed on preparation table at kitchen area, as per operator less than 2 hours. Operator moved to reach in cooler during inspection.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed operator changing tasks and not changing their gloves. Coached operator on proper procedures.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice not date marked, as per operator over 24 hours, inside standing unit at kitchen area.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed standing unit soiled shelves.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork (frozen) on preparation table. Operator moved to reach in cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe on hand wash sink at kitchen area.
Aug 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm); operator add more chlorine during inspection,Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm)
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above cut tomatoes on standing reach in cooler at kitchen area, operator stored properly during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (46F - Cold Holding); raw pork (47F - Cold Holding) on standing reach in cooler, as per operator less than 3 hours.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice not date marked on standing reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per operator over 24 hours. Operator dated during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table at kitchen area, operator removed during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed vegetable mix container stored on floor, operator stored properly.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil on standing water at 93° F on preparation table at kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelves on standing units at kitchen area.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observe fruit juices been stored on water plastic containers.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked steak, cut tomatoes and cut lettuce containers not covered on standing reach in cooler at kitchen area, operator covered during inspection.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on preparation table at kitchen area.
Jan 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked steak inside reach in cooler. Operator stored properly food during inspection.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed on preparation table, as per operator less than 45 minutes. Operator moved raw shell eggs to reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (51F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler at front counter, as per operator milk was outside 30 minutes ago due a busy breakfast.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and cooked steak not date marked inside reach in cooler, as per operator over 24 hours.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table. Operator removed drink from table.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked rice, cooked steak and sliced tomatoes containers not covered inside reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed sausages (frozen) on preparation table, operator moved sausages to reach in cooler.
Dec 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken being stored above raw pork inside reach in cooler at kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (67F - Cold Holding) as per operator less than 3 hours. Operator started preparation for steak during inspection, and add ice bags.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +100ppm); operator add water to solution.Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and cooked pork not date marked inside reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per operator over 24 hours.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw steak container stored on kitchen floor.
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 salt container.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 87° F at front counter.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on unit next to back door.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked rice container not covered inside reach in cooler at kitchen.
Jul 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine 0ppm.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw marinated steak stored above raw pork inside reach in cooler. Operator stored properly.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and cooked pork not date marked inside reach in cooler, as per operator from previous day. Operator dated during inspection.
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. Observed several food containers not covered inside reach in cooler.
Nov 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw mashed plantains stored on nonfood grade bags in preparation table at kitchen area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked steak in 2 door unit at kitchen area. Manager stored properly during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (45F - Cold Holding); carne Asada (45F - Cold Holding) in 2 door unit at kitchen area. As per Manager over 24 hours, Manager discarded during inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed plenty chemicals next to salt and pepper shakers at front counter.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork and sliced cooked pork not date marked in 2 door unit in kitchen area. As per manager 24 hours. Manager dated food during inspection.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed training for employees missing date of birth.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on both bathrooms.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw peppers container stored on floor at kitchen area. Manager rearranged properly during inspection.
Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the front counter. Manager moved scoop during inspection.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 83° F next to coffee machine. Employee discarded during inspection.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked potato,cooked pork, tostones not covered on 2 door unit at kitchen area. Manager covered during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw mashed plantains (frozen) on preparation table. As per Manager less this 4 hours. Manager moved food to reach in cooler during inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified at the front counter.
Nov 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed at Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm); employee replaced with a new solution.Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm)
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw pork in reach in cooler at kitchen area,employee stored properly during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tostones (47F - Cold Holding) next to stove at kitchen area, as per employees less than 1 hour, employee moved food to reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork stew (127F - Hot Holding); as per employee less than 2 hours, pork stew (169F - Reheating).
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. Provided form during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area. Employee restocked during inspection.
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 during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice, cooked pork and cooked potatoes not date marked in reach in cooler at kitchen area, As per employee over 24 hours. Employee start dated food during inspection.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed no date of birth on certificates.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser bottle not identified at kitchen area, employee labeled during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on women's bathroom.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in salt container at kitchen area, employee moved utensil during inspection.
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked rice,pork,potatoes and beef stew not covered in reach in cooler at kitchen area. Employee cover food during inspection.
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