Cafe Que Rico
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
67
Score
Cafe Que Rico, located at 1822 Ne Miami Gardens Dr, Miami, FL, had a moderate-risk inspection on March 26, 2026, with a score of 67. This inspection identified one critical, one major, and three minor violations. Historically, Cafe Que Rico has predominantly received high-risk ratings across its twelve recorded inspections.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed plantains in kitchen reach in cooler. Chef rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen area.
31B-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Observed case of oil stored on floor in kitchen area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Water leaking from AC pipe in dining room.
29-11-4
67
Dec 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Observed establishment open and operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 10/1/25. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Observed raw beef stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Observed raw chicken stored in sanitizer bucket.
08B-27-4
Intermediate - Observed prep table in kitchen shelf with rust. **Repeat Violation**
22-31-4
Intermediate - Observed various cooked foods prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Observed Employee personal food located in reach in cooler not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
08B-49-4
50
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef being stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed manager certification for Ana Rementol expired as of 2/4/25. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed chef using handwashing sink in kitchen area as a dump sink. Advised manager who then coached employee and instructed her to clean sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Observed prep shelf with rust. Located in kitchen area. **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Observed hood filters with accumulated grease buildup. **Warning**
23-03-4
50
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Jul 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
78
Feb 16, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw meat stored in thank you bags. Located in reach in freezer. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Located on prep table next to flat grill. **Warning**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Omega 3 being stored on shelf next to clean dishes. **Warning**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dishes being stored in hand washing sink behind front counter. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located behind front counter. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in standing water. Located in 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
06-01-5
37
Aug 2, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
14-14-4
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water was 72°F and located on prep table in kitchen area.
10-07-4
64
Mar 23, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/22. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork being stored on top of various cut vegetables. Located in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dishes being stored in hand washing sink behind front counter. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located behind front counter. Employee added. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in ware wash area. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bacon thawing at room temperature. Located on prep table.
06-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
52
Feb 7, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef being stored on top of various cut vegetables and sliced ham. Located in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Located on prep table in front of stove.
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk at 56F - Cold Holding located in coffee station. Employee stated that milk had only been out for only 30 minutes.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following foods temperatures less than 135°F; cooked potatoes (78F - Hot Holding); cooked beans (83F - Hot Holding) All foods were stored on prep table. As per chef food is kept out of temperature and reheated when needed.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/22.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cleaning chemicals being stored in kitchen hand washing sink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - 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.
53B-14-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents soiled with accumulated dust.
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of raw chicken being stored on floor under 3 compartment sink.
08B-38-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in warewash area.
38-07-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken and raw beef thawing at room temperature in 3 compartment sink.
06-01-5
32
Jul 14, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/21. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-2
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of sliced ham and cooked vegetables. Chef rearranged. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dishes being stored in hand washing sink behind front counter. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand washing sink in bathroom in disrepair. Sink not properly affixed to wall. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of oil being stored on floor in kitchen area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in kitchen area. **Warning**
38-07-4
55
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