ELBAS CAFE AND SERVICES
7498 NW 8 ST UNIT A AND B · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33126
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
30 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 4
03D-02-5High Priority – Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in reach in cooler: white rice (50F – Cooling); rice and beans (51F – Cooling). As per operator, food was prepared day before. Chef threw food out voluntarily. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
01B-36-5High Priority – Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed in reach in cooler: white rice (50F – Cooling); rice and beans (51F – Cooling). As per operator, food was prepared day before. Chef threw food out voluntarily. **Repeat Violation**
14-15-4High Priority – Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage – direct contact with food. Observed food stored in to go plastic bags. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored above bread and ham. Chef moved bacon for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
Intermediate 10
11-27-4Intermediate – 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. Observed no form or kit. Inspector emailed form electronically. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener.
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed crate stored on top of hand sink in kitchen area. Chef moved during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in kitchen area.
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 no training for two employees and no signed form, inspector sent form via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-03-4Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink in kitchen. Chef brought inspector soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-31-4Intermediate – Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelve where dry dishes are kept.
53B-13-5Intermediate – Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof for Yorka and Yuleina.
02C-02-5Intermediate – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed flan with no date mark prepared 4 days prior to inspection. **Repeat Violation**
53B-03-5Intermediate – Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Yanelys: ANSI. **Repeat Violation**
Basic 16
22-20-5Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed soiled ice bin interior at bar area. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4Basic – Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men and women restroom with no self closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4Basic – Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and bowls not inverted under prep table in back of kitchen.
24-07-4Basic – Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pans stored on floor in back of kitchen.
40-06-5Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal drink bottle on table where food equipment are kept.
24-08-4Basic – Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried – wet nesting. Observed mini chopper wet nesting on prep table at entrance of kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4Basic – Food stored on floor. Observed cases of soda stored on floor in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4Basic – Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.observed above prep and dry storage lights with no cover.
05-09-4Basic – No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in prep top.
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers. Observed exterior of coolers soiled on top. Observed soiled air fan above reach in prep top cooler. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4Basic – Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers at rack in back of kitchen.
22-16-4Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves in walk in cooler soiled.
14-33-4Basic – Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
08B-12-5Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed container hashbrowns not covered in reach in freezer. Chef covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-06-4Basic – Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed wood shelves for dry food and beverages not sealed.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 16, 2026 12:54 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.