ALTAS CAFE RESTAURANT

Name: ALTAS CAFE RESTAURANT
Address: 835 NW 37 AVE, MIAMI, FL, 33125, US
Rating: 52.9

835 NW 37 AVE, MIAMI, FL 33125

License #2335074

☕ Café/Breakfast ℹ️

52.9 Grade F / 100

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Latest inspection

September 11, 2026 · 12 findings · 2 critical

Routine - Food

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ALTAS CAFE RESTAURANT in MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 52.9 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 9 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on September 11, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 101 total violations — 13 critical, 19 major, 69 minor.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gasket of reach in cooler across stove/grill.
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in kitchen and warewashing areas.
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tiles above walk in cooler and warewashing area.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed disrepair ceiling tile above mop sink area.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with water stain damage in the kitchen.
[32-12-6] Covered waste receptacle not provided in womens bathroom. Observed in bathroom located behind warewashing areas.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed 35lb plastic bottle of oil on the floor next to single burner in kitchen.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed damage and small hole on wall next to espresso machine in the front area.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign in restroom behind warewashing areas. Also observe for handwashing sink in the front area.
[03B-15-5] Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chimichurri with garlic (73F - Hot Holding). Chef placed on flat grill to bring up to temperature and hot holding.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw dough inside reach in cooler across stove. Chef rearranged correctly.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed difficulty reaching handwashing due to steam table in front of it.

Disposition: Call Back - Complied
[14-05-4] Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed at reach in freezer at kitchen.
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. Observed Ceiling tiles missing by walk in cooler.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles showing water damage throughout kitchen area.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At kitchen.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed Gaskets in disrepair at reach in freezer across cook line.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in freezer.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled at cook line. Observed gaskets soiled throughout reach in cooler and reach in freezer at kitchen. Observed Fan cover soiled at walk in cooler.
[29-08-4] Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed plumbing system on Handsink in disrepair next to 3 compartment sink
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler across cook line.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw fish at kitchen.
[12A-09-4] Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake in multiple tasks without changing gloves, instructed employee on proper method.
[41-27-4] Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Wiping cloth sanitizer solution at 200ppm Employee replenish solution, 100ppm.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handsink next to 3 compartment sink.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handsink next to 3 compartment

Disposition: Call Back - Complied
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed porous ceiling tiles in all the establishment.
[10-08-5] Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee corrected it.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water with temperature of 126f .
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing hand wash sign at the front counter and employee back restroom..
[24-18-4] Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons and forks stored with food contact surface up on the front line. Employee inverted them.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels left on counter.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed food items in plastic containers without label ( flour, salt as per employee) .
[12A-10-4] Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touched her face and continued working with food without washing her hands . Employee was coached about the issue.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken breast left on the counter at 110 F for approximately 30 minutes. Employee reheated the chicken to 176F.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container with detergent inside hand sink at the front. Employee moved it out.
[53B-14-5] Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.Missing trainings for: Cecilia Erazo, Brenda Rodriguez , Evelyn Villalobos , all working with more than 6 months in the establishment.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside flour bin in back storage area. Observed cup inside sugar bin at the food prep table. Operator removed immediately
[14-05-4] Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line shelves inside reach in freezer.
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. Observed several kitchen ceiling tiles missing.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several kitchen ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area with visible water damage.
[21-05-5] Cloth used as a food-contact surface.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket located across the cook line torn. Observed inside door handle for the walk in cooler broken.
[10-08-5] Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice at the ice machine located at the front counter. Operator removed ice scoop.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed a set of tongs located on oven door handle at the cook line. Operator removed immediately.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed black microwave located near steam table with soiled interior.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in back restroom for employees.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets located across cook line soiled. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer located near cook line with soiled interior.
[14-31-5] Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed dough inside non food grade bags at food prep table. Operator removed product from bag and placed inside container.
[01B-04-5] Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed desserts (tres leches) located at the front counter with no label or proof of purchase. As per operator, desserts were made at home and brought to establishment. Operator discarded.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed kitchen utensils inside hand wash sink near three compartment sink. Operator removed immediately.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink next to cook line. Operator restocked.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[14-05-4] Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line food contact shelves inside reach in freezers near prep area.
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. Observed several missing ceiling tiles in kitchen area.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed here ceiling vents soiled in kitchen prep area.
[32-12-5] Covered waste receptacle not provided in womens bathroom. Observed unisex employee bathroom receptacle with no lid.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed four knives in between three compartment sink and walk.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed a pair of tongs on oven door handle at the cook line. Operator removed immediately.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils near cook line at 86F in standing water. Operator discarded water.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. Observed hood filter soiled at cook line.
[11-27-4] Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided form to operator.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container inside hand wash sink near three compartment sink. Operator removed immediately.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near cook line.
[11-26-1] No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided form to operator.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink near cook line.