El Faro Latin Cafe INC in Miami
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5305 Nw 79 Ave, Miami, FL 33166El Faro Latin Cafe in Miami has compiled 241 violations across 23 inspections since April 2022, averaging 10.5 violations per inspection—double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations dominate the record, with handwashing and employee health policy violations appearing in nearly every inspection. The facility has been cited repeatedly for improper hand and arm washing, handwashing facility deficiencies, employee health policy violations, time-temperature control failures, and unapproved food sources. Additional recurring findings include shell stock requirements violations, food contact surface issues, and improper chemical storage. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on January 28, 2026 documented 15 violations including employee health policy and time-temperature control failures, and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Faro Latin Cafe INC in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
El Faro Latin Cafe INC in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections40 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
El Faro Latin Cafe INC in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Faro Latin Cafe INC in Miami last inspected?
- El Faro Latin Cafe INC in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 28, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at El Faro Latin Cafe INC in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Faro Latin Cafe INC in Miami are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has El Faro Latin Cafe INC in Miami had?
- El Faro Latin Cafe INC in Miami has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Faro Latin Cafe INC in Miami find?
- El Faro Latin Cafe INC in Miami was most recently inspected on January 28, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Faro Latin Cafe INC in Miami ever been shut down?
- No, El Faro Latin Cafe INC in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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