Silvia Cafeteria in Belle Glade

Last inspected:

709 Nw 16th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Overview

Silvia Cafeteria is a convenience store and packaged ice facility in Belle Glade. The facility underwent one inspection on August 31, 2026, and met sanitation inspection requirements after corrections were made during the visit.

The inspection identified eight violations. On-site packaged pumpkin seeds and wheat snacks lacked required labeling including common name, ingredient list, net quantity declaration, manufacturer information, and nutritional labeling; these foods were moved from consumer reach during the visit. Raw chorizo was displayed over ready-to-eat cheese, creating cross-contamination risk; the raw food was relocated to the appropriate location during inspection. The handwashing sink was blocked by a mop bucket and trash can and contained a stored bowl, making it inaccessible; it was made accessible during the visit. The three-compartment sink was not sealed to the wall, and paint was peeling off the wall behind it. A mop in the back room was not positioned to allow air-drying. The facility lacked written procedures for employees to respond to vomitus or diarrhea discharge and did not have a certified food protection manager on staff. The facility received a passing inspection outcome on August 31, 2026.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

1FDACS Insp.
8Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Silvia Cafeteria in Belle Glade: FDACS Inspection History (1)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 8 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: TERRI RAINEY, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected.

Risk-Based Violations

3-302.11(A)(1) Food is not protected from cross contamination by separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding or display from: ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) PP
Retail-raw chorizo displayed over ready to eat cheese. COS- raw food moved to appropriate location during visit. x
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Establishment does not have written procedures for the clean up of vomit and diarrhea. Provided handout
5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Kitchen- handwash basin used to store a bowl, handwash sink blocked by mop bucket and trash can. COS- handwash sink made accessible during visit.
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Establishment does not have certified food protection manager.

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-602.11(B)(1)-(4) Food packaged on site not labeled with: the common name of the food or an adequate descriptive identity statement; if made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight; an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; or nutritional labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B. 3-602.11(B)(1)-(4) and (6)
Retail- store packaged pumpkin seeds and wheat snacks are not labeled. COS- foods moved from consumer reach during visit. Y x
4-402.11 Equipment that is fixed because it is not easily moveable not installed with space to allow access for cleaning along the sides, behind or above the equipment; with no more than one thirty-second inch of space from adjoining equipment, walls, or ceiling; or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls when the equipment is exposed to spillage or seepage. Counter-mounted equipment that is not easily moveable not installed to allow cleaning of the equipment or areas underneath or around the equipment by being sealed. 4-402.11
Kitchen- 3 compartment sink not sealed to wall.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Kitchen- paint peeling off wall behind 3 compartment sink.
6-501.16 After use, mop not placed in a position that allows air-drying without soiling walls, equipment or supplies. 6-501.16
Back room- Mop not placed in a position that allows air drying.

Silvia Cafeteria in Belle Glade: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Silvia Cafeteria in Belle Glade last inspected?
Silvia Cafeteria in Belle Glade was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 31, 2026. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Silvia Cafeteria in Belle Glade had?
Silvia Cafeteria in Belle Glade has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Silvia Cafeteria in Belle Glade find?
Silvia Cafeteria in Belle Glade was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 31, 2026 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Silvia Cafeteria in Belle Glade had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Silvia Cafeteria in Belle Glade has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Silvia Cafeteria in Belle Glade?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Silvia Cafeteria in Belle Glade are: 5-205.11: Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 Pf; 3-302.11(A)(1): Food is not protected from cross contamination by separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding or display from: ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) P; 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf.

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