Design Place Coffee and Shop
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
39
Score
Design Place Coffee and Shop has been inspected six times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 25, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
6
Inspections
4
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw salmon (62F - Cold Holding); raw fish (58F - Cold Holding) inside triple sink at kitchen. As per operator for more than 4 hrs. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed dough inside Nonfood-grade bags inside reach in cooler at storage area. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment operating to the public without a license due to change of ownership. **Warning**
50-08-7
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw salmon (62F - Cold Holding); raw fish (58F - Cold Holding) inside triple sink at kitchen. As per operator for more than 4 hrs. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator removed items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining in hand sink at kitchen. **Warning**
29-20-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature on prep table at kitchen. **Warning**
06-01-5
39
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
86
May 8, 2024
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 1 unlabeled spray bottle in kitchen.
41-17-4
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. **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. High chair blocked handwash sink at front service counter. Operator relocated chair. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken sauce in reach-in cooler.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Handwash sinks at front service counter and in kitchen. Operator provided dish soap. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
31B-06-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
55
Feb 2, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken empanadas (126F - Hot Holding); stuffed potato (126F - Hot Holding) at front counter, as per manager approximately 1 hour, Manager proceeds to reheat food. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored above cooked chicken empanadas inside refrigerator in kitchen area. Manager stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed in kitchen area, Manager provided soap at the time of the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork (frozen) on table in kitchen area. Manager moved to refrigerator during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
55
Jun 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (48F - Cold Holding) in preparation table,as per employee less than 1 hour, employee moved to refrigerator during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed trash can blocking hand wash sink next to coffee machine.
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. Observed Ana S Betances training expired on 3/25/2022.
53B-14-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in preparation table.
21-09-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
55
Sep 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed multi purpose cleaner in spray bottle not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on counter next to food preparation area.
40-06-5
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Design Place Coffee and Shop last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Design Place Coffee and Shop on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Design Place Coffee and Shop?
Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Design Place Coffee and Shop.
How does Design Place Coffee and Shop compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Design Place Coffee and Shop most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Design Place Coffee and Shop's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Design Place Coffee and Shop have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Design Place Coffee and Shop means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Design Place Coffee and Shop inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Design Place Coffee and Shop is inspected around two times per year on average.
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