Express Cafeteria in Miami

Last inspected:

8670 Sw 137 Ct, Miami, FL 33183
Overview

Express Cafeteria in Miami has accumulated 245 violations across 22 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.1 violations per inspection—more than double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. High-priority violations dominate the record, with handwashing and hand/arm washing violations cited in at least 7 of the last 8 inspections, food contact surface violations appearing in 6 consecutive inspections, and employee health policy violations cited in at least 3 inspections. Shell stock requirements, time as control (using time instead of temperature for food safety), and proper cooking temperatures have also been recurring high-priority findings. A fire safety violation documented in July 2015 involved electrical wiring in disrepair by back doors. All recent inspections closed with "Inspection Completed - No Further Action" dispositions; the most recent inspection on February 23, 2026 identified 15 violations including repeated shell stock and time-as-control citations.

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

23Inspections
261Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Express Cafeteria in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 11.3 violations / inspection 11.3 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.71 violations / inspection 6.71 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

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

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Light switch by back doors.

Express Cafeteria in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection14 violations · 8 high priority
— 2 inspections29 violations · 18 high priority
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Express Cafeteria in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Express Cafeteria in Miami last inspected?
Express Cafeteria in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 21, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
What are the most common violations at Express Cafeteria in Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at Express Cafeteria in Miami are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Express Cafeteria in Miami had?
Express Cafeteria in Miami has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Express Cafeteria in Miami find?
Express Cafeteria in Miami was most recently inspected on July 21, 2026 with 16 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
Has Express Cafeteria in Miami ever been shut down?
No, Express Cafeteria in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
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 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.
Has Express Cafeteria in Miami had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Express Cafeteria in Miami has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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