Inspection Report

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PABLOS CAFE

8061 NW 66 ST · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 331662729

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateMarch 20, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionWarning Issued
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3413020
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8578230
DBPR license2317823

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
4 High Priority3 Intermediate19 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical26 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 4

#20High Priority22-35-5

High Priority – Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.

#21High Priority22-12-5

High Priority – Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.

#22High Priority08A-17-6

High Priority – 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. Observed raw beef over raw Snapple inside reach in freezer located at preparation area. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#23High Priority12A-09-4

High Priority – Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake in multiple tasks without changing gloves. Instructed employee to removed gloves and wash hands before placing gloves on. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate 3

#24Intermediate22-02-4

Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed preparation table soiled. Observed cooking pots soiled. Observed preparation table soiled. Observed shelves storing bread soiled.

#25Intermediate31B-02-4

Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at handsink near the cook line.

#26Intermediate31B-03-4

Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at handsink near the cook line.

Basic 19

#1Basic14-01-5

Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle use to dispense shredded beef at reach in cooler across from cook line.

#2Basic23-24-4

Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food debris on equipment door throughout the establishment.

#3Basic36-32-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage throughout establishment.

#4Basic36-34-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout the cook line. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the cafeteria area, throughout seating area.

#5Basic40-06-5

Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees phone, and AirPod store at preparation table by cook line.

#6Basic35B-01-4

Basic – Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit door from cafeteria area.

#7Basic36-73-4

Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled throughout the establishment.

#8Basic10-20-4

Basic – In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line.

#9Basic22-08-4

Basic – Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at cook line.

#10Basic33-11-4

Basic – Missing drain plug at dumpster.

#11Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled at kitchen. Observed shelves at dry storage area soiled. Observed gasket soiled at all reach in coolers throughout the establishment.

#12Basic22-16-4

Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed throughout the establishment.

#13Basic14-33-4

Basic – Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed throughout the establishment.

#14Basic25-17-4

Basic – Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed cooking pots stored on soiled surface.

#15Basic08B-12-5

Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed ham and cheese stored at reach in cooler at preparation area not covered. Observed shredded beef not cover at reach in cooler across from cook line.

#16Basic06-01-5

Basic – Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork inside handsink thawing with no running water. Instructed employee on proper thawing method.

#17Basic38-02-4

Basic – Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Observed no light at dry storage area.

#18Basic42-01-4

Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

#19Basic21-12-4

Basic – Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 9, 2026 1:52 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 6 · Proper thawing of TCS food
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
2 observation(s)
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
2 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
5 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
2 observation(s)
Category 25 · Single-service and single-use items
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
2 observation(s)
Category 33 · Garbage, refuse and premises maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
3 observation(s)
Category 38 · Required lighting and protected fixtures/bulbs
1 observation(s)
Category 40 · Employee personal belongings
1 observation(s)
Category 42 · Cleaning and maintenance equipment
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.