VALERIE’S CAFE
2148 NW 17 AVE #2
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.0/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection Date: 3/19/2025
- 32-12-6:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Observed interior of oven at cook line with old heavy grease buildup.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of microwave soiled. Observed chest freezer gasket soiled.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink located at front counter. Repeat Violation
Inspection Date: 10/25/2024
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in female and male bathroom.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash station at the front counter.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash station at the front counter.
Inspection Date: 6/19/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8590259
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both restrooms. Repeat Violation
- 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in both restrooms.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled. Repeat Violation
- 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed an employee wash his hands in the triple sink.
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in both restrooms.
- 02B-02-5:Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided via email.
Inspection Date: 1/11/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8353285
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both restrooms.
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled.
- 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 soup (110F - Hot Holding), as per the cook it was cooked approximately an hour ago. The cook turn on the stove to reheat it. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
- 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. Form provided. **Corrective Action Taken**
Inspection Date: 10/19/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8258752
- 32-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-19: Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Time Extended**
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-19: No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no proof of food handler training for Maria who has been employed for approximately 1 year - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-19: 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. Observed no proof of food handler training for Maria Altagracia who has been employed for approximately 1 year Admin Complaint
Additional Information
Contact Information
Phone: (305) 305-0957
Google Rating
★★★★★ (5.0/5)
(4 reviews)Price Level
$$
Opening Hours
Monday:8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday:7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday:8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday:8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday:8:00 AM – 3:00 AM
Saturday:8:00 AM – 3:00 AM
Sunday:8:00 AM – 3:00 AM
✓ Currently Open
Features
✓ Cafe
Location
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Lunch
Takeout
Delivery
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025
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