SAY TEA AND SMILE
SAY TEA AND SMILE located in MIAMI has undergone 6 health department inspections, achieving a 3.4/5 overall safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.
Last inspection: 1 weeks ago · 6 reports on file
4001 SW 152 AVE
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.4/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
2/27/2026· 1w ago
Inspection #: 3657935
Warning Issued8/18/2025· 6mo ago
Visit ID: 10889891
Met Inspection Standards2 int, 5 basic
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents soiled throughout the kitchen.
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee container with food stored on shelves located in front of the three compartment sink.
- 40-01-4:Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed employees personal bag and containers with food stored at shelves located in front of the three compartment sink.
- 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed utensils not stored inverted at front counter. Operated stored utensils properly. Corrected On-Site
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink located in the front line used for dirty cups and utensils. Operator removed cups and utensils. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 03F-10-5:Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Time control form was provided but incomplete. Operator completed form correctly on site. Corrected On-Site
1/29/2025· 1y 1mo ago
1 high, 2 int, 2 basic
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 08B-47-4:Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a box of boba stored on the floor at dry food storage area.
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed degreaser spray bottle and Palmolive dish soap bottle stored next to food on food storage located across from the three compartment sink.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing dishes at hws located at front counter.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located at prep area. Operator refilled paper towel. Corrected On-Site
11/20/2024· 1y 3mo ago
3 basic
11/7/2023· 2y 4mo ago
Visit ID: 8487053
Met Inspection Standards1 basic
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled with accumulated grease near kitchen hood. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: Observed vent soiled with accumulated grease near kitchen hood. **Time Extended**
8/30/2023· 2y 6mo ago
Visit ID: 8368748
Follow-up Inspection Required1 high, 5 int, 4 basic
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled with accumulated grease near kitchen hood. Warning
- 13-02-4:Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees making drinks at front counter with no effective hair restraint. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed syrup containers stored on floor at dry storage area. Warning
- 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with choking poster. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham and cheese pastry at 74F and ham and cheese croissant at 80F at ambient temperature inside display case at front counter and kitchen area. As per operator, less than two hours. Provided operator with Time as a Public Health Control to place products under time control. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 11-27-4: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. Provided operator with cleanup procedures via email. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near ice machine. Operator provided paper towels. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning
- 11-26-1: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. Provided operator with reporting agreement. Warning
- 41-04-4:Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed can of WD 40 at dry storage area. Operator removed can from dry storage area. Corrected On-Site Warning
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Contact Information
Phone: (786) 810-8474
Website: http://www.sayteaandsmile.com/
Google Rating
★★★★½ (4.7/5)
(165 reviews)Price Level
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Opening Hours
Monday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
Saturday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
Sunday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
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