Cafe Express

1111 South Royal Poinciana Blvd, Miami Springs, FL 33166

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Cafe Express five times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 5, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly four violations earlier on.

When inspectors have written things up, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Among Miami Springs restaurants, the typical score is 78; Cafe Express is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 5, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pepperoni stored inside thank you bags in reach in freezer. Operator stored pepperoni in food graded bag. **Corrected On-Site**

14-31-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside ice creams reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Jul 25, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed towel stored inside hand washing station sink at front counter. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing station sink at front counter. Operator provided soap. **Repeat Violation**

31B-03-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed at front counter. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed foam cups box stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed box from floor. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Sep 13, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water on kitchen floor. Operator removed bottles from floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed inside ice Machine in back kitchen. Operator stored scoop correctly. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed ice creams reach in freezer.

14-69-4

Sep 1, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Jul 21, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed frozen soups inside reach in freezer not date marked. As per Operator soups were cooked last Tuesday July 19th, 2022. Operator date marked soups. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-02-5

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator provided probe thermometer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

05-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets. Employee cleaned gaskets. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed under hand wash sink at front counter.

51-11-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vent in back kitchen.

36-34-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe Express last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe Express on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe Express?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cafe Express.

How does Cafe Express compare to other restaurants in Miami Springs?

Cafe Express most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Springs average of 78.

Has Cafe Express' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cafe Express have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cafe Express means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Cafe Express inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe Express is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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