How many health inspections has CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR had?

CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR ever been shut down?

No, CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR?

The most frequently cited violations at CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR are: Food contact surfaces, Single-use items, Time as control.

What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?

CONTAMINATION PATHWAY: Improper handwashing is the single most significant factor in spreading foodborne illness. Hands carry 3,200 bacteria per square centimeter. CDC reports proper handwashing reduces diarrheal illness by 30% and respiratory illness by 21%. Inadequate technique leaves Norovirus, E. coli, and Salmonella on hands, directly contaminating food. Employees must wash hands for minimum 20 seconds with soap and warm water: before handling food, after touching raw meat, after using restroom, after sneezing/coughing, after handling garbage, after touching face/hair, when switching tasks. Use proper technique: wet hands, apply soap, scrub 20 seconds including fingertips and between fingers, rinse, dry with single-use towel.

What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?

FOOD QUALITY HAZARD: Food in poor condition — spoiled, contaminated, mislabeled, or adulterated — can cause foodborne illness, allergic reactions, or poisoning. Spoiled food may contain dangerous levels of histamine (causes scombroid poisoning from fish), Listeria (grows during refrigeration), or toxin-producing molds. Mislabeled food can trigger fatal allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Inspect all food upon delivery and regularly during storage. Reject food that is: spoiled, damaged, at incorrect temperature, past expiration, improperly labeled, or from unverified sources. Date-mark all ready-to-eat TCS foods — use within 7 days if held at 41°F or below. Discard any food of questionable quality.

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.

CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR

247 - 249 E FLAGLER ST, Miami, FL 33131

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: CREMA DOWNTOWN CORP · License: SEA2334131

CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR in Miami, FL has 20 inspections on record with 139 total violations (7 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

20Inspections

139Violations

0Closures

Data current as of September 25, 2024

Inspection History (20)

Sep 25, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V11 Food in good condition

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jul 11, 2024 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

Jan 8, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Sep 20, 2023 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Feb 23, 2023 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Sep 20, 2022 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V13 Parasite destruction

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Feb 4, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 6, 2021 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Sep 1, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jan 19, 2021 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jun 6, 2019 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V42 Equipment condition

Nov 1, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 3, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Nov 28, 2017 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 25, 2017 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V05 Handwashing procedures

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 10, 2017 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Dec 19, 2016 — Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Oct 19, 2016 — Complaint Full· 7 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 18, 2016 — Complaint Full· 12 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 6, 2016 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Miami-Dade County average of 0.08 closures per facility. It has averaged 7 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.07.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR had?: CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR ever been shut down?: No, CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR?: The most frequently cited violations at CREMA GOURMET ESPRESSO BAR are: Food contact surfaces, Single-use items, Time as control.

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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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