Cafe Moka in Tavernier
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91731 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier, FL 33070Cafe Moka in Tavernier has recorded 37 violations across 8 inspections since March 2023, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, near the statewide average of 5.2. Handwashing violations appeared in 5 of 8 inspections, including high-priority citations for handwashing procedures in the most recent inspection on December 31, 2025. Employee health policy violations were documented in January 2024 and August 2024. An administrative complaint was recommended after the March 2024 inspection and again after the January 2024 inspection for handwashing and employee health violations. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on December 31, 2025 was completed with no further action required, though it cited three high-priority violations for handwashing procedures, consumer advisory, and food contact surfaces.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cafe Moka in Tavernier: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
Cafe Moka in Tavernier: Full Inspection History — DBPR (9)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Cafe Moka in Tavernier: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cafe Moka in Tavernier last inspected?
- Cafe Moka in Tavernier was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 12, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Cafe Moka in Tavernier?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cafe Moka in Tavernier are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Cafe Moka in Tavernier had?
- Cafe Moka in Tavernier has had 9 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cafe Moka in Tavernier find?
- Cafe Moka in Tavernier was most recently inspected on May 12, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Cafe Moka in Tavernier ever been shut down?
- No, Cafe Moka in Tavernier has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
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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.
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