WALTERS COFFEE SHOP BY SERGIO
17009 S DIXIE HWY, Palmetto Bay FL 33157 · 305.232.1235
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 15 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed in the preparation area approximately 3 live flies flying above the preparation table in the preparation area, observed approximately 4 small live frying insects frying around the garage can next to the dishwashing area, did not observed flying insects landing on food.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025071781 | Sep 25, 2025 | Feb 4, 2026 | $400 |
| 1--2021035223 | Jul 20, 2021 | Sep 2, 2021 | $400 |
| 1--2020032736 | Jul 8, 2020 | Aug 24, 2020 | $400 |
Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
Jul 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed tomatoes with mold like growth inside the walk in cooler.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed more than 60 raw shells eggs stored on top of the preparation table in the kitchen. As per employee less than 1 hour ago. Employee placed raw shells eggs inside the walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a table blocking the hand wash sink in the kitchen.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelets. He removed them.
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at the entrance of the walk in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles in the kitchen area.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tile missing grout in some areas throughout the kitchen
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed a broken lid and a broken container inside the walk in cooler. Employee discarded both.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between the wall and preparation table. Manager removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at the front counter.
Stored food not covered. Observed food inside reach in cooler at the front counter.
Dec 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles in the kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed a box of lemon grass stored on the floor.Employee removed it.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on top of the ice machine. Manager removed it.
Oct 2, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback 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 tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles in the kitchen area.
Sep 29, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed more than 25 live roaches crawling inside the oven of a stove located at the front cook line area of the kitchen. When oven door was opened roaches fell to the floor and started crawling all over the kitchen floor. Observed a live roach crawling inside the drawer of the reach in cooler where food is stored. Reach in cooler is under the grill in the cook line area. Also observed a live roach crawling inside clean utensils under preparation table in the kitchen area and another live roach in the dry storage under the sugar container.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at the front counter and throughout the kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles in the kitchen area.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
Sep 27, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed more than 25 live roaches crawling inside the oven of a stove located at the front cook line area of the kitchen. When oven door was opened roaches fell to the floor and started crawling all over the kitchen floor. Observed a live roach crawling inside the drawer of the reach in cooler where food is stored. Reach in cooler is under the grill in the cook line area. Also observed a live roach crawling inside clean utensils under preparation table in the kitchen area and another live roach in the dry storage under the sugar container.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC Vents with dust at the dining area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn throughout the establishment.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at the kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at the front counter and throughout the kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles in the kitchen area.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris in the kitchen area. And also observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed side of the stove with accumulation of grease. And hood filters soiled.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a water leaking under the 3 compartment sink.
Sep 26, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 14 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate13 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed more than 25 live roaches crawling inside the oven of a stove located at the front cook line area of the kitchen. When oven door was opened roaches fell to the floor and started crawling all over the kitchen floor. Observed a live roach crawling inside the drawer of the reach in cooler where food is stored. Reach in cooler is under the grill in the cook line area. Also observed a live roach crawling inside clean utensils under preparation table in the kitchen area and another live roach in the dry storage under the sugar container.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC Vents with dust at the dining area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed equipment not properly air-dried - wet nesting on the shelves by the 3 compartment sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn throughout the establishment.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door by the dry storage.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at the kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at the front counter and throughout the kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles in the kitchen area.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris in the kitchen area. And also observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed side of the stove with accumulation of grease. And hood filters soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler and reach freezer have accumulation of soil residues.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind the stove at the front line.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a water leaking under the 3 compartment sink.
Sep 25, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 31 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority2 Intermediate25 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee was using his cell phone then engaged in food preparation without washing hands.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed towel used to covered bean sprouts in the walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed pooled eggs stored inside bread in the walk in cooler.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed more than 25 live roaches crawling inside the oven of a stove located at the front cook line area of the kitchen. When oven door was opened roaches fell to the floor and started crawling all over the kitchen floor. Observed a live roach crawling inside the drawer of the reach in cooler where food is stored. Reach in cooler is under the grill in the cook line area. Also observed a live roach crawling inside clean utensils under preparation table in the kitchen area and another live roach in the dry storage under the sugar container.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked potatoes inside the walk in cooler not date marked. As per employee potatoes were cooked yesterday morning.
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 AC Vents with dust at the dining area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner in the kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displays expired o 10/01/2024.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting boards no longer cleanable at the front counter and it the kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone and a thermo stored in the rack with clean equipment. Employee removed items.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed equipment not properly air-dried - wet nesting on the shelves by the 3 compartment sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn throughout the establishment.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door by the dry storage.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at the kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at the front counter and throughout the kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles in the kitchen area.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of the ice machine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on the oven door handle. Employee removed them.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed a knife stored inside a soiled container with old debris at the front counter.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris in the kitchen area. And also observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed side of the stove with accumulation of grease. And hood filters soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler and reach freezer have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked potatoes inside the walk in cooler not covered.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind the stove at the front line.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a water leaking under the 3 compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the front counter.
Feb 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents over coffee station soiled with debris.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaged in food service wearing a bracelet. Employee removed bracelet during inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers wet nesting at ware washing area. Coached employee on proper way to dry and store equipment.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at walk in cooler located at kitchen area next to wares washing area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave at cook line soiled with food debris. Chef cleaned during inspection. Observed microwave at front counter soiled with food debris. Chef cleaned during inspection.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at reach in cooler at front counter soiled with debris. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall under hand washing sink soiled with food debris. Chef had employee clean during inspection.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipes under table at preparation area.
Jan 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed chair in front of hand was sink next to preparation table. Chef removed chair from in front of sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink used to fill metal container with water. Chef removed container from hand wash sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles over cook line soiled with food debris. Observed vents over coffee station at front counter soiled with debris.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at walk in freezer next to vent.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife store in between preparation table and work station. Employee removed during inspection.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior microwave at cook line soiled with food debris. Chef cleaned during inspection.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in cooler under flattop at front counter soiled with food debris.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed fish sauce stored in gallon milk container.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork ambient thawing. Chef placed product in prep sink under cold running water.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Outside Wall of reach in cooler at front counter next to fryers soiled with grease debris.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on food slicer and not in sanitizing solution. Chef removed and placed in sanitizer bucket.
Sep 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling AC vents soiled throughout kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on metal containers stored near warewashing area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed at spoons and forks near hand washing sink at kitchen area.
Jul 2, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 31 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate22 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed can of Country sausage gravy 6 lbs 9 oz dented. Chef discarded can.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed at cookline. Coached employee on correct procedure.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stakes stored over raw fries at reach-in cooler at cookline.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Marinated beef (49F - Cold Holding) at walk-in cooler. As per chef, 4 hours. Product will be discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed Marinated beef (49F - Cold Holding) at walk-in cooler. As per chef, since 7 am.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed chef not knowing chlorine proper concentration. Coached chef on proper concentration.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun soiled at coffee station.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink near warewashing area with food debris at bottom.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs Benedict, famous burgers not linked to advisory..
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold-like substance at coffee station.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dishmachine soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling AC vents soiled throughout kitchen.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not stored inverted at shelf at cookline.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted from October 1, 2023.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at cookline grooved.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed open drink container inside reach-in cooler at cookline.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on metal containers stored near warewashing area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler, beer walk-in cooler, and reach-in cooler at front counter gaskets in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of pickles stored on floor at walk-in cooler. Chef removed container from floor. Observed boxes of tapioca pearls stored on floor at dry storage area.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper at shelf over preparation table at kitchen area. Chef removed bug zapper from location.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven and microwave soiled inside at cookline.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets throughout kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at front counter reach-in cooler drawers.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed at spoons and forks near hand washing sink at kitchen area.
Stored food not covered. Observed cut lettuce not covered at reach-in cooler at cookline.
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed discarded pallets at dumpster area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind dishmachine and three compartment sink soiled with mold like substance.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cookline.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles not labeled at reach-in cooler at cookline.
Feb 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the walk in cooler observed raw ground beef stored over ham.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink located at front counter and preparation area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior at cook line with some old grease accumulation.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer At cook line by the exit door.
Oct 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees backpack shirts, sweaters stored over the preparation table in front of the walk in freezer.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler located in the cook line area shelves heavily soiled.
Oct 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed in the preparation area approximately 3 live flies flying above the preparation table in the preparation area, observed approximately 4 small live frying insects frying around the garage can next to the dishwashing area, did not observed flying insects landing on food.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Owner paid license on site.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in the walk in cooler raw chicken over raw ground beef, manager removed chicken on site.
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. In the reach in freezer/cooler located at front counter observed raw liver stored over ice cream.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the reach in cooler located next to the preparation table in the cook line cheese (50F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding); pooled eggs (60F - Cold Holding), as per manager only about two hours in this unit. Manager added ice in some food items and transferred the rest to the walk in cooler for a rapid cool.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer, can opener soiled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a foam cup with no handle used as scoop in the flour container, manager removed it.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees backpack shirts, sweaters stored over the preparation table in front of the walk in freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in freezer floor with old soiled accumulation, observed heavy soiled and food accumulation on the floor by the cook line entrance and underneath the cooking equipments.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed grease accumulation in the oven along the cook line in the kitchen.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink located at front counter.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler located in the cook line area shelves heavily soiled.
Oct 2, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler and reach in cooler gaskets torn, reach in cooler located in front counter.
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