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MATILEN CAFE

Food safety records indicate MATILEN CAFE in SWEETWATER has 6 inspections with a 2.7/5 overall rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 2 weeks ago · 6 reports on file

300 SW 107 AVE STE# 107

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.7/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

2/23/2026· 2w ago

Visit ID: 13468928

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 1 basic

  • 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
  • 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 beef empanada (101F - Hot Holding); spinach empanada (98F - Hot Holding). Inside warmer, as per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator turned up the heat for reheating. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed disinfect wipes stored on prep table at prep area.

7/22/2025· 7mo ago

Visit ID: 10876231

Met Inspection Standards

1 high

  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese block (53F - Cold Holding); ham and cheese sandwich (52F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at front counter. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator moved products to another cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**

2/11/2025· 1y ago

1 high

  • 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 ham and cheese empanadas (124F - Hot Holding); guava cheese tequeno (128F - Hot Holding) inside warmer at front counter. As per operator for approximately 1 hrs. Operator turned up heat for reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**

8/27/2024· 1y 6mo ago

3 high, 1 basic

  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed at front counter.
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread stored inside nonfood-grade bag inside white chest freezer at kitchen. Employee removed the bread from the bag. Corrected On-Site
  • 08A-17-6:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed observed raw chicken and raw beef in the same container inside white chest freezer at kitchen. Employee removed the chicken from the container. Corrected On-Site
  • 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 ham and cheese (118F - Hot Holding) inside oven at kitchen. As per employee for approximately 30 minutes. Employee turned on over for reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**

6/21/2024· 1y 8mo ago

Visit ID: 8599504

Met Inspection Standards

3 basic

  • 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at front counter area holes in ceiling tiles. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-21: At time of callback inspection observed hole in ceiling still present. **Time Extended**
  • 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-21: At time of callback inspection observed ceiling tiles still soiled. **Time Extended**
  • 13-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-21: At time of callback inspection observed employee with no hair restraint. **Time Extended**

1/26/2024· 2y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 8351940

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 2 int, 4 basic

  • 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at front counter area holes in ceiling tiles. Warning
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. Warning
  • 08B-49-4:Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed in standing reach in cooler, employee meals stored with establishment items not separated. Manager removed and separated personal items during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 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 at coffee station milk (79F - Hot Holding); Manager reheated milk to milk (167F - Reheating). Observed at hotbox empanadas (133F - Hot Holding). Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed for both managers Nancy Sobrero and Adolfo M Leguizamon expired 1/11/2024. 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 form. Operator reviewed and signed forms during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

Additional Information

Features

✓ Cafe
✓ Store

Restaurant Features

Takeout
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025

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