Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside
Last inspected:
9500 Harding Avenue, Surfside, FL 33154Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside has accumulated 191 violations across 26 inspections since 2017, averaging 7.3 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. State records show one fire safety violation from 2015 involving a missing portable fire extinguisher. The restaurant has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $720 in fines. Top recurring violations include consumer advisory failures, food contact surface issues, and improper chemical storage.
Most recent closure: August 26, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
7.5
violations / inspection
7.5 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.71
violations / inspection
6.71 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 16:08:00 |
Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $920.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2026011820 | $200.00 | Dec 15, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2019047604 | $320.00 | Aug 1, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 1--2015038931 | $400.00 | Aug 26, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 2 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— 4 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections42 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside last inspected?
- Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 15, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside last shut down?
- Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside was last shut down on August 26, 2015 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside had?
- Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside find?
- Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside was most recently inspected on June 15, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside ever been shut down?
- Yes, Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $920.00 in fines.
- How much has Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside been fined?
- Cafe Ragazzi in Surfside has been fined a total of $920.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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