Rey Cafe
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
45
Score
Across the available record, Rey Cafe has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 27, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to 10 violations.
“No paper towels” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed beef soup above white rice inside reach in cooler.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee starting to prep product, put gloves on with no hand wash. Coached employee on proper handwashing.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels onsite. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and cooked beans inside reach in cooler with no date marking. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed white rice not covered inside of reach in cooler. Operator covered it onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards on prep area. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of microwave. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
45
Jul 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed approximately 2LBS of chopped up fish with mold like substance inside a metal container being held inside reach in cooler of kitchen area. Also observed plastic container of tomato sauce with mold like substance inside reach in cooler of kitchen area. Operator discarded both products onsite.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed approximately 2LBS of chopped up fish with mold like substance inside a metal container being held inside reach in cooler of kitchen area. Also observed plastic container of tomato sauce with mold like substance inside reach in cooler of kitchen area. Operator discarded both products onsite.
01B-07-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic containers inside both hand sinks, front counter and kitchen area.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed by hand sink in kitchen entrance.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed by hand sink in kitchen entrance.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beans, white rice, and cooked beef inside reach in cooler at kitchen area that has been held more than 24 hours with no date marking.
02C-02-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall to the left of the hood system in kitchen area.
36-24-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with excessive cut marks on prep table in kitchen area.
14-09-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed inside unisex restroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair above kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen stove soiled. Observed reach in cooler doors soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside reach in cooler at kitchen area.
14-33-4
Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed urinal inside unisex restroom in disrepair.
32-23-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled behind and above 3 compartment sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of microwave in kitchen area.
22-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside reach in freezer at kitchen entrance.
14-69-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
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Jul 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
67
Jun 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed clean dishes on the sink.
31A-09-4
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/
53A-03-7
82
Dec 18, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Feb 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at bar area.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar area.
31B-02-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of sugar with no label. Operator labeled the sugar. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching sugar. Operator lifted handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
67
Jul 20, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler next to three compartment sink beef soup (50F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (50F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (50F - Cold Holding), as per operator items were in cooler over 4 hours. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler next to three compartment sink beef soup (50F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (50F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (50F - Cold Holding), as per operator items were in cooler over 4 hours. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat beans in reach in cooler. Operator moved eggs under beans **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. observed hand sink next to three compartment sink blocked by trash can. Operator moved trash can. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
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. Observed cooked beans as per operator have been in cooler for two days with no date mark, Operator discarded beans. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rey Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rey Cafe on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rey Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Rey Cafe.
How does Rey Cafe compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Rey Cafe most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Rey Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Rey Cafe have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Rey Cafe 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 Rey Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rey Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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