SOMIS CAFE

Based on 4 health inspections, SOMIS CAFE in HOMESTEAD has earned a 2.9/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

609 W MOWRY DR

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.9/5)
Based on 4 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 10/21/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10870142

  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at coffee station.
  • 14-86-1:High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining tray of cilantro in reach in cooler in kitchen.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over washed cilantro inside reach in cooler in kitchen.
  • 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside reach in cooler in kitchen.
  • 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs at room temperature stored on prep table in kitchen area. As per operator for one hour. Operator opting to use time as a public health control moving forward.
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed croquetas (89F - Hot Holding); empanadas (90F - Hot Holding) at front counter, as per operator for 2 hours. Operator turned up heat on warmer. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by trash can in kitchen area. Operator moved trash can. Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed containers and plastic bags stored inside hand sink in kitchen area. Operator removed items. Corrected On-Site
  • 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off at hand sink in kitchen area.
  • 45-04-4:Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed table top fryer not under hood system in kitchen area.

Inspection Date: 1/24/2025

  • 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat Violation
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container with oil stored on the floor. Employee removed it. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at the front counter.

Inspection Date: 8/9/2024

  • 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the unisex bathroom. Repeat Violation
  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as scoop inside the flour.
  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic oil container stored on the floor.
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter. Repeat Violation
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container with sugar at the front counter not identified.
  • 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored in the preparation table @79°F. Operator said for less than 3 hours, raw shell eggs were stored inside the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

Inspection Date: 4/12/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8648934

  • 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
  • 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located at the front counter.