A FISH CALLED AVALON
700 OCEAN DR, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 305.527.3756
Last inspected Feb 24, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 18 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license on October 1, 2023.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over butter inside RIC at cook line.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed by ware washing area.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers on floor at cook line.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Oct 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed at cook line, as per chef for approximately 2 hours prior.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (62F - Cold Holding) at bar area inside metal cup, as per employee for approximately 30 minutes prior.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed by ware washing area.
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 to operator via email.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed HWS at bar area with containers inside.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed cold handle in disrepair at HWS at ware washing area.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers on floor at cook line.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service stored on floor at storage area.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed HWS at cook line draining on floor.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
May 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled at kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at kitchen.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
May 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sausage (60F - Cold Holding); ham (63F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (64F - Cold Holding); chicken (56F - Cold Holding); crab (59F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across cook line for more than 4hrs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (60F - Cold Holding); ham (63F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (64F - Cold Holding); chicken (56F - Cold Holding); crab (59F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across cook line for more than 4hrs.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bottles stored inside handsink at bar area.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment serves burgers, eggs and steak not linked to consumer advisory.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at handsink located next to AC.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked octopus held more than 24 hours not properly date marked at reach in cooler by preparation area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled at kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at kitchen.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed buckets of oil not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor by cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets throughout kitchen soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers across cook line soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation table across cook line.
Dec 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting boards soiled.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the triple sink uses quaternary sanitizer and the operator only has chlorine test strips.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed oysters and sesame seared Ahi tuna on the dinner menu. As per the manager those items are served raw. The manager printed new menus with an asterisk next to those items during the inspection.
Mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
Feb 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tag not marked with last date of use.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at preparation area.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed filters with no service dates at preparation area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at reach-in cooler at preparation area.
Jan 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed not quaternary test strips.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents soiled at kitchen area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on flat metal pans at dry storage area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in-use utensils in standing water at 103F at cook line. Chef moved container to top of grill.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at bathroom used by staff.
Observed employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation at cook line.
Observed no conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit at preparation area.
Dec 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority8 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license on October 1, 2023.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tag not marked with last date of use.
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 person in charge with cleanup procedures via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at preparation area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 person in charge with employee reporting agreements via email.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided manager with oyster consumer advisory.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled chemical bottles by leaning cart used at restaurant with no labels.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed filters with no service dates at preparation area.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic of tomato sauce on floor at walk-in cooler. Container was removed off floor.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided manager with choking poster.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at reach-in cooler at preparation area.
Observed accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed plastic water bottle inside reach-in cooler at preparation area. Bottle was removed.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.