MAIA'S CAFE BISTRO
6100 BLUE LAGOON DR STE# 135 · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33126
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
15 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 3
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter: cheese arepa (70F – Cold Holding); ham and cheese sandwich (70F – Cold. As per operator, items have been there less than 2 hours prior to inspection. Operator placed in reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in pastry warmer: croquette (122F – Hot Holding). Croquettes have been there less than 2 hours prior to inspection, operator moved to bottom shelf for hotter contact. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed all purpose oil for equipment stored on top of can of water chestnuts in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
Intermediate 5
05-07-4Intermediate – Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed operator with no knowledge of how to calibrate thermometer. Inspector went over process with person in charge. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1Intermediate – 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 new employee; with no agreement. Person in charge and associate filled out agreement form on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink. **Repeat Violation**
22-31-4Intermediate – Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on rack where sodas are kept in kitchen area.
53A-14-4Intermediate – Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed operator with no knowledge of how to calibrate thermometer. Inspector went over process with person in charge. **Corrective Action Taken**
Basic 7
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air vent in kitchen area.
50-09-4Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no license posted in establishment. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster on site; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-02-5Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4Basic – Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at hand sink. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in bucket. **Repeat Violation**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 15, 2026 1:01 PM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.