Marseilles Hotel Cafe
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
61
Score
The Marseilles Hotel Cafe, located at 1741 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL, underwent a moderate risk inspection on March 18, 2026. This inspection resulted in two major and six minor violations, with notable issues including bathroom facility location and enclosure, as well as soiled ceiling vents above the cook line. Previous inspections for this establishment have also shown a pattern of high-risk classifications.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 certificate for Damien Cayrecastel expired on 10-15-24. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: 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 certificate for Damien Cayrecastel expired on 10-15-24. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with a purple liquid not labeled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with a purple liquid not labeled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom facility not located on the same floor as the food establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: Basic - Bathroom facility not located on the same floor as the food establishment. **Warning** **Time Extended**
32-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at employee bathroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at employee bathroom. **Warning** **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling vent and pipe above hood soiled with accumulated dust at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: Basic - Ceiling vent and pipe above hood soiled with accumulated dust at cook line. **Warning** **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning** **Time Extended**
32-12-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease. **Warning** **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screening is not 16-mesh to the inch. Observed above 2 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: Basic - Screening is not 16-mesh to the inch. Observed above 2 compartment sink. **Warning** **Time Extended**
35B-13-4
61
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 11 minor violations.
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High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed chicken wings (48F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per manager, product was prepared on the previous day. **Warning**
03D-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut tomatoes (58F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (56F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (56F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler across from fryers. As per employee, since the previous day. Observed chicken wings (48F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per manager, product was prepared on the previous day. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (58F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (56F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (56F - Cold Holding) sliced turkey (52F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler across from fryers. As per employee, since the previous day. Observed butter (46F - Cold Holding)at walk in cooler. As per manager, product was placed in the unit approximately one hour ago. The cook put the butter in the freezer for a quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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 certificate for Damien Cayrecastel expired on 10-15-24. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with old food debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal strainer in the hand washing sink in the kitchen. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Unaware of hot holding requirements. **Warning**
53A-14-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with a purple liquid not labeled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom facility not located on the same floor as the food establishment. **Warning**
32-01-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at employee bathroom. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling vent and pipe above hood soiled with accumulated dust at cook line. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of cooking oil stored on floor at back storage area. Manager removed products from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in chest freezer at kitchen entrance. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Screening is not 16-mesh to the inch. Observed above 2 compartment sink. **Warning**
35B-13-4
Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. **Warning**
14-55-4
22
Oct 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the outside bar hand washing sink full of cleaning supplies. The manager removed the items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container with pickles and a cardboard box with tomatoes on the walk-in floor. The cook put the items on a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. The manager hung it up. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in the pool area ladies restroom.
32-12-6
78
Mar 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed the dishwasher handle clean dishes and then touched the clean dishes with the same gloves on.
12A-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a spoon and metal scrubbing pad in the hand washing sink at the bar. The manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two spray bottles with different color liquids not labeled. The chef had them labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
36-27-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the stairwell that leds to the ice machine.
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
50
Oct 4, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed at the cook line.
12A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak and beef patties over salmon and shrimp in the drawer reach in cooler at the cook line. The chef moved the fish and shrimp to the top drawer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 5 packages of vacuumed seal salon with animal internal temperature of 40°F in the walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed by te laundry room.
22-20-5
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 5 packages of vacuumed seal salon with animal internal temperature of 40°F in the walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a coffee cup on a shelf over the preparation reach in cooler. The manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a case of raw chicken on a metal tray on the walk-in cooler floor.
08B-47-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. The chef removed the tongs and hand them washed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the kitchen.
31B-04-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed two plastic squeeze bottles not labeled.
02D-01-5
37
Apr 15, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef patties over cooked chicken and raw shrimp at the cook line. The chef moved the items to the correct location. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed a server touching dirty glasses and than handled two clean glasses without washing his hands at the inside bar.
12A-02-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 10 salmon fillets at an internal temperature of 43°F. still in the vacuum pack.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed in the warehouse washing area. The manager labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
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 10 salmon fillets at an internal temperature of 43°F. still in the vacuum pack.
06-09-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a half empty water bottle on a cutting board. The manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the bar.
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at the cook line. The manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
35
Oct 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a water temperature of 78°F.
10-05-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.Observed raw beef over fries in the walk-in cooler.
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the bar tender rinsing spoons in the hand washing sink at the bar.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 51-14-7 Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed drink service station located at front of hotel establishment at customer patio dining. Please ONLY submit plans to dhr.planreview@myfloridalicense.com under file# 110702. **Repeat Violation**
51-16-7
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed the chef.
13-04-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. **Repeat Violation**
36-11-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at the kitchen entrance.
36-24-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
39
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (57F - Cold Holding); caramelized onions (54F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (49F - Cold Holding), smoked salmon (55F - Cold Holding); pasta (57F - Cold Holding) less than 4 hours, located at reach in cooler, next to chest freezer at kitchen area. Chef began removing all food items from cooler unit, placed into walk in cooler, at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
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. Emailed written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event cleanup to Manager. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed drink service station located at front of hotel establishment at customer patio dining. Please ONLY submit plans to dhr.planreview@myfloridalicense.com under file# 110702. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-14-7
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. Emailed employee health reporting form to Manager. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training expired as of October 2022 for all employees, provided by National Registry of Food Safety Professionals. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling above walk in cooler, at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable located at kitchen floor drain. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-11-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed 2 boxes of raw chicken and a box of citrus oranges stored on floor under storage shelves, inside walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit located next to chest freezer at kitchen area. **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located at patio beverage station. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets located next to chest freezer at kitchen area. Observed soiled hood filters above kitchen cookline. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface located at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed dust accumulation and black- like substance on wall, near kitchen dish machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
39
Nov 29, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed sausage patties stored in a regular "Thank you" grocery bag, inside chest freezer at kitchen area.
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed individual butter packet (54F - Cold Holding) submerged in a metal container of melted ice, less than 4 hours. Advised chef to add more ice to maintain temperatures at +or- 41F and above. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener located at prep counter next to kitchen handwash sink.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed various items stored in handwash sink at hotel lobby bar area. Observed glass cups stored in handwash sink at front patio drink station.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Observed drink service station located at front of hotel establishment at customer patio dining. Please ONLY submit plans to dhr.planreview@myfloridalicense.com under file# 110702. **Repeat Violation**
51-14-7
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 some employee training expired as of 10/16/2022, by National Registry of Food Safety Professionals.
53B-14-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a hole in ceiling above walk in cooler at kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance located at kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable located at floor drain in front of kitchen cookline. **Repeat Violation**
36-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at drink station, located at front dinning patio area.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water at 120F, stored in prep sink next to cookline.
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board located at kitchen prep counters. **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located at front patio drink station. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan covers inside walk in cooler at kitchen area. Observed soiled hood and hood filters at kitchen area. Observed soiled gaskets at kitchen chest freezer. Observed dust accumulation on filters located on ice machine at downstairs hallway area. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface located at kitchen area.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust located throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles of oil and liquid butter located in front of cookline, not labeled, as well as, a small plastic container of salt under microwave, not labeled.
02D-01-5
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