POLARIS CAFETERIA & MINI MARKET
1153 NW 22 AVE, Miami, FL, 33125
Most recent inspection
- Date
- February 12, 2026
- Type
- Routine - Food
- Result
- Call Back - Complied
- Risk category
- Not reported
- Cited findings
- 11
- Jurisdiction
- Miami-Dade County (Miami), FL
Violations (11)
- 14-31-5Critical
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed limes stored in non food grade bags in the reach in coolers at the front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
High Priority
- 29-34-4Critical
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on the hose bib being used in the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
High Priority
- 36-37-5
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling in the kitchen tile no smooth. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
Basic
- 36-32-5
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed disrepair ceiling tiles in the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
Basic
- 36-34-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
Basic
- 22-20-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside the ice machine including the door gaskets soiled with black like substance. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
Basic
- 36-17-5
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles in the kitchen and front counter area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
Basic
- 08B-38-4
Food stored on floor.
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a box of plantains stored on the floor in the front area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
Basic
- 21-12-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on counter in prep area. Employee placed inside the sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
Basic
- 32-12-6
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle provided in women's restroom. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
Basic
- 14-01-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl being used as a scoop for pork in the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
Basic
Source: Miami-Dade County (Miami), FL health department. Data refreshed October 16, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.