Inspection Report

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EMPANADA HARRYS BAKERY AND CAFE

4009 SW 152 AVE · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33185

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateMarch 26, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionInspection Completed – No Further Action
Resultmet_inspection_standards
Inspection number3348468
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8367728
DBPR license2334104

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
3 High Priority1 Intermediate14 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical18 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

18 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 3

#15High Priority14-31-5

High Priority – Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed garbage bags covering precooked empanadas, cinnamon rolls, and croquettes stored inside standing reach in cooler, and walk in cooler # 2.

#16High Priority08A-02-6

High Priority – Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer – not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw eggs shells over cooked onions, and corn stored inside the walk in cooler #2. Employee removed items, and placed them correctly. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken
#17High Priority12A-09-4

High Priority – Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee cutting cooked beef and then used her personal phone and put her gloves back on and didn't wash her hands. Discussed and coached employee in proper methods. Employee washed hands, and put on new gloves. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate 1

#18Intermediate31B-03-4

Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink, located near kitchen ovens.

Basic 14

#1Basic23-24-4

Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed standing reach in freezer handles soiled, located at dry storage near the exit door.

#2Basic36-34-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout kitchen areas.

#3Basic13-03-4

Basic – Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaged in food preparation without hair restraint.

#4Basic14-11-5

Basic – Equipment in poor repair. Observed standing reach in freezer gaskets torn, located at preparation area.

#5Basic51-09-4

Basic – Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#6Basic08B-38-4

Basic – Food stored on floor. Observed 2 cases of navy beans stored on the floor near the chest freezer. Employee removed items **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#7Basic22-08-4

Basic – Interior of microwave has accumulation of black grease/food debris, located near the sandwich station.

#8Basic31B-04-4

Basic – No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at preparation area.

#9Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter's soiled. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soil, located near kitchen stove.

#10Basic14-69-4

Basic – Observed Ice buildup in chest freezer, located by kitchen entrance.

#11Basic33-16-4

Basic – Open dumpster lid.

#12Basic22-16-4

Basic – Reach-in freezer, and standing reach in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues, located near kitchen stove, and near walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#13Basic14-17-4

Basic – Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at dry storage near exit door. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#14Basic36-27-5

Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout kitchen areas, and the front counter.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 8, 2026 2:59 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
2 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 13 · Clothing, hair restraints, jewelry and fingernails
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
4 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
2 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
2 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
2 observation(s)
Category 33 · Garbage, refuse and premises maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
2 observation(s)
Category 51 · Other sanitary and safe-operation conditions
1 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.