El Faro Latin Cafe INC
5305 NW 79 Ave, Miami, FL 33166 · Permanent Food Service · License 2312894
What drove the grade
No soap provided at handwash sink.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Oct 8 routine inspection1 intermediate (fixed on the spot), 4 basic (1 repeat)-7
- Safety score93
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitOct 8, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
5 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Intermediate1
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No soap provided at handwash sink.
Observed at handsink near 3 compartment sink. Owner replenished it,
Fixed on the spot
Basic4
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Observed at kitchen.
Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at kitchen.
Repeat violation
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Observed ceiling tiles showing water damage throughout seat area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.