VALERIE’S CAFE

2148 NW 17 AVE #2

★★★☆☆ (3.0/5)

Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

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

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 #: 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 #: 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 #: 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

★★★★★ (5.0/5)

(4 reviews)

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

✓ Cafe

Lunch

Takeout

Delivery

Dine-in

Wheelchair Accessible

Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025

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