Cafe Bernie
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
78
Score
Cafe Bernie, located at 5600 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL, had a low-risk inspection on March 17, 2026, with a score of 78. This inspection noted five minor violations, including lime scale accumulation in the dishmachine and the use of a container without a handle for dispensing food items. The facility's inspection history shows a pattern of mostly high-risk findings across eleven scored inspections.
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Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed accumulation of lime. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: **Time Extended**
16-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed 2 oz plastic container without label no handle used to dispense basil leaves. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: Observed container with no handle used to dispense seasoning . **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the bar area **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair.( cooler next to the cook line) - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed through the establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
78
Mar 4, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observe dented tomato sauce can on shelf.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed bin with drinkable ice completely open at the bar counter.
08B-02-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee changing his gloves after touching dirty surface without washing g hands in between. Employee was coached and washed hands correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs above vegetables in the reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed household pesticide stored next to clean utensils. Employee moved it immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed coffee machine draining inside the hand sink at the front bar. **Repeat Violation**
31A-10-4
Intermediate - Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed expired quat test kit since 12/2025. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing training for Alex ( cook) working in the establishment for more than 2 months . **Repeat Violation**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed painting brush inside the cooking oil. Employee discarded it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-14-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed homemade chimichurri from yesterday morning 3/3 in the reach in cooler at the front. Employee dated the product. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed accumulation of lime.
16-23-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed 2 oz plastic container without label no handle used to dispense basil leaves.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the bar area **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking from open container in the kitchen area.
12B-12-5
Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair.( cooler next to the cook line)
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed excessive accumulation of debris on the floor.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 5 gallon plastic container with cooking oil on the floor. Also cardboard boxes with limes at the dry storage .
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water ( water temperature of 94F). Employee discarded the water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler located on the top of the counter with accumulation of debris inside.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cardboard boxes with plastic cups on the floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed lower kitchen storage completely disorganized.
33-34-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed through the establishment.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed food item inside glass container without label to identify the product.
02D-01-5
14
Dec 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed coffee machine line draining into the hand sink. **Repeat Violation**
31A-10-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing quat test kit to check sanitizer concentration at the 3 compartment sink.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing food handlers for Alex and Yania ( cooks) , both hired more than 2 months ago. **Repeat Violation**
53B-02-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage cup ( with water) next to clean utensils. Employee discarded it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatula inside the standing water at the front. Employee discarded the water . **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler located at the front , used for desserts. Employee inverted them. **Corrected On-Site**
05-09-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers ready to use on shelving . **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed silverware ( forks) with food contact surface up at the front bar counter . Employee inverted them. **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed porous ceiling tiles at the front bar area. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
55
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
35
Oct 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed coffee machine draining into hand sink located at the front bar .**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
31A-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed excessive accumulation of lime scale inside the DM. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: Observed just small amount of lime scale. **Time Extended**
16-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed porous ceiling tiles at the front area bar . - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
82
Sep 27, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken above raw beef inside reach in cooler .Employee inverted the storage order. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs at ambient temperature of 81 F. As per employee for less than 4 hrs. Employee moved them to the cooler immediately. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - ready-to-eat food used for multiple menu items, some of which will not be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee touched the toast used for guacamole . The toast was discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
09-19-5
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed coffee machine draining into hand sink located at the front bar .**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-10-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed not hot running water at the hand sink located by the 3CS. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed excessive accumulation of lime scale inside the DM. **Warning**
16-23-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed dirty cardboards in use to line shelf underneath the prep table. **Warning**
14-45-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed porous ceiling tiles at the front area bar .
36-37-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed water residue in containers ready to use. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed excessive accumulation of debris on the floor.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container with onions on the kitchen floor . **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong on oven handle. Person in charge moved the tongs to the hot water container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed missing handwashing sign at the hand sink located by the 3CS. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of grease on hood filters. **Warning**
23-03-4
33
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
47
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed coffee machine line draining into the hand sink at the front. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended**
31A-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters and reach in cooler gaskets ( cooler located in front of the dishwasher) **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: Grease on hood filters. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed equipment located by the hand sink ( floor cleaning dispenser) is in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: . Plumbing system still in disrepair. **Time Extended**
29-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go container box stored on the floor in the dry storage . - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-17: Observed to go container boxes on the floor. **Time Extended**
25-05-4
74
Dec 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw calamari rings above washed vegetables and cheese inside reach in cooler located next to the cook line. Employee inverted the food storage order. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooler located underneath the grill.
05-05-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands in the 3 compartment sink. Employee was coached about using the hand sink.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed coffee machine line draining into the hand sink at the front.
31A-10-4
Intermediate - 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. Info was provided. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed old debris and grease on toaster.
22-02-4
Intermediate - 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. Missing for 3 new employees.
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed accumulation of old debris inside the dishwasher machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters and reach in cooler gaskets ( cooler located in front of the dishwasher) **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed equipment located by the hand sink ( floor cleaning dispenser) is in disrepair.
29-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go container box stored on the floor in the dry storage .
25-05-4
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Area located at the basement.
33-34-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen beef thawing at room temperature.
06-01-5
Basic - Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Dry storage area.
36-04-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
27
Mar 9, 2023
Complaint Full
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Food debris behind cooking equipments.
36-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled
23-03-4
74
Nov 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed coffee machine line draining into the hand sink at the front bar area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-02: Still draining in the hand sink. **Time Extended**
31A-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restrain. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-02: Observed employee with no hair restrain. **Time Extended**
13-03-4
86
Oct 18, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Jul 28, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine sanitizer concentration 0 ppm. Owner called the technician to fix the problem. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs above avocados and tomatoes in the front line cooler. **Warning**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. As evidence of 0 chlorine sanitizer concentration in the dishmachine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-33-4
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed coffee machine line draining into the hand sink at the front bar area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-10-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed expired manager certificate for Bernard Matz since 5/3/2022. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair with a hole and water damage. Storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially processed tuna , mahi mahi and grouper already thawed inside the vacuum package. Employee opened all the bags. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restrain. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored between equipments. Observed clean knives stored in between cooler sides. Employee washed, rinsed and sanitized the utensils. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven handle. Employee moved them. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. **Warning**
33-34-4
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