How many health inspections has CAO BAKERY AND CAFE had?

CAO BAKERY AND CAFE has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CAO BAKERY AND CAFE ever been shut down?

No, CAO BAKERY AND CAFE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at CAO BAKERY AND CAFE?

The most frequently cited violations at CAO BAKERY AND CAFE are: Proper cooking temps, Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?

OVERALL SANITATION: Premises not clean or in disrepair indicate systemic food safety management failure. Unsanitary conditions support pest populations, bacterial growth, and cross-contamination. Dirty facilities correlate with higher rates of critical violations. A facility's general cleanliness is the strongest predictor of its food safety performance. Maintain entire premises in clean and sanitary condition. Develop and implement cleaning schedule covering all areas. Clean as you go during operations. Deep clean regularly. Remove unnecessary items and clutter. Maintain exterior areas to prevent pest attraction. Address all maintenance needs promptly.

CAO BAKERY AND CAFE

1420 ALTON ROAD, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: MIAMI BEACH BAKERY LLC · License: SEA2336121

CAO BAKERY AND CAFE in Miami Beach, FL has 21 inspections on record with 113 total violations (5.4 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

21Inspections

113Violations

0Closures

Data current as of April 7, 2025

Inspection History (21)

Apr 7, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Feb 3, 2025 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

Oct 22, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 20, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 22, 2024 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 26, 2024 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

Sep 20, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Jul 10, 2023 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Feb 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 22, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Feb 8, 2022 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Nov 1, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Aug 27, 2021 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 19, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 2, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jul 1, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 4, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 12, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 30, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 15, 2019 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 4, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

How Does This Facility Compare?

CAO BAKERY AND CAFE has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Miami-Dade County average of 0.08 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.4 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.07.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has CAO BAKERY AND CAFE had?: CAO BAKERY AND CAFE has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has CAO BAKERY AND CAFE ever been shut down?: No, CAO BAKERY AND CAFE has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at CAO BAKERY AND CAFE?: The most frequently cited violations at CAO BAKERY AND CAFE are: Proper cooking temps, Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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