AL BASHA GRILL
1533 WASHINGTON AVE, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 305.812.2342
Last inspected May 4, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021040448 | Aug 31, 2021 | Feb 1, 2022 | $400 |
| 1--2016006597 | Feb 8, 2016 | May 4, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 4, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Aykut working preparing food. As per Aykut he's been employed for approximately a year.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed the ladies room.
Mar 2, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Aykut working preparing food. As per Aykut he's been employed for approximately a year.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed the ladies room.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl in the rice cooker. The cook discarded it.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The cook removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the preparation reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Sep 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed the cook finished a task removed gloves and handled dirty equipment then put on clean gloves without washing his hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over pita bread in the big upright reach in cooler. The cook moved to a lower shelf.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed the dryer in the men's restroom is not functioning. The cook reset the outlet and it's working.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle containing a purple liquid not labeled throughout.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed a few plastic squeeze bottles with different liquids not labeled throughout.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a tong in water with a temperature of 81°F. The cook poured out the water and put the tong in a pan with clean water and put in on the flat top.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The cook removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the drawer reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an employee's smoothie in the reach in cooler over food. The cook removed it.
Feb 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container of salt. The cook inverted it.
Oct 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Mechanical hand drying device broken at handwash sink. Observed in the men's restroom.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in dirty water at 79°F. The cook poured out the water and had the utensils washed.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Feb 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw marinated chicken over cut lettuce and liquid eggs over pita bread in the upright cooler. The cook moved the items to the correct shelf.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed a sanitizer bucket with chlorine at500 ppms. The cook poured out most of the liquid and added water now at 100 ppms.
Employee applied hand antiseptic in place of washing hands as required. Observed the cook handle her cell phone with gloves and went to prep food.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter l
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the large white cutting board at the kitchen entrance.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed two packs of lamb chops and two pans with steak defrosting at room temperature on the triple sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles at the cook line.
Oct 16, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 Sofia has been working for 90 days and Susie and Marwen have been working approximately 60 days.
Sep 14, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at both hand washing sinks.
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 Sofia has been working for 90 days and Susie and Marwen have been working approximately 60 days.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at both hand washing sinks.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the prep area. Sign provided via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled.
Jul 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tongs in water at a temperature of 79°F. The cook discarded the water.
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. Form provided via email.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at both hand washing sinks.
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 Sofia has been working for 90 days and Susie and Marwen have been working approximately 60 days.
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 via email.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at both hand washing sinks.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in the rice cooker. The chef removed it.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container with cooking oil on the floor.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at the front line. The chef removed it.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the prep area. Sign provided via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled at the cook line.
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.