El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami

Last inspected:

6927 Nw 77 Ave, Miami, FL 33166
Overview

El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami has accumulated 172 violations across 22 inspections since January 2022, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection—nearly 50 percent above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in 15 of the 22 inspections on record. Handwashing violations, including improper hand and arm washing and deficient handwashing facilities, appeared in every inspection from 2022 through February 2026. Employee health policy violations were documented in nine inspections between March 2023 and October 2025. Time as control violations (relying on time rather than temperature to keep potentially hazardous foods safe) were cited in eight inspections. Chemical storage violations appeared in three inspections. The facility has not been emergency-closed. A propane tank larger than the legal capacity limit was documented inside the building on January 27, 2015. The most recent inspection on February 5, 2026 documented 18 violations, including three high-priority findings for handwashing, chemical storage, and time as control, and was completed with no further action.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
172Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 7.8 violations / inspection 7.8 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.

El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami last inspected?
El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami are: Proper hand/arm washing, Time as control, Employee health policy.
How many health inspections has El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami had?
El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami find?
El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami was most recently inspected on February 5, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami ever been shut down?
No, El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
Has El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami had any fire safety violations?
Yes, El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has El Palmar Cafeteria in Miami operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Palmar Cafeteria (2015).

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