ALTITUDE
801 S MIAMI AVE, Miami FL 33130 · (305) 789-2733
Last inspected Jun 12, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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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. Observed license expired on 10-01-24.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
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.
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees cellular phones on top of food preparation tables.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed kitchen cook wearing watches during food preparation.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Feb 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Observed no Cleanup Vomiting and Diarrheal Events form available.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no testing strips for quaternary in the kitchen and at the bar.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed a tile missing in the 5th floor storage area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom located in the third floor employee restroom.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand-wash sign at the hand washing sink at the bar.
- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed FL 135542, FL 135543 both certificates expires on 09-27-24.
Dec 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10/01/25. License was paid during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored above ready to eat fruit and oat milk inside the reach in cooler across of the stove. Coached chef on correct procedure.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed a container of cheese date marked 10/2025. Per chef, wrong label, prep yesterday.
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. Observed no Cleanup Vomiting and Diarrheal Events form available.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food container, two red onions in the handwash sink inside the kitchen area. Also observed a food container inside the handwash sink at the bar.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed no disclosure on the menu for eggs any style for the following dishes: All American breakfast and Steak and Eggs. Also no disclosure for hamburger dishes on the menu, cooked at medium rare.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no testing strips for quaternary in the kitchen and at the bar.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed dry storage area and two chest freezers at a room on the 5th floor with no plans submitted or approved.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed raw shrimp and raw beef with old labels dated 11-22. Per chef, thawed two days ago.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed a tile missing in the 5th floor storage area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom located in the third floor employee restroom.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed chef and female cook wearing a watch while handling food.
Food stored on floor. Observed limes stored on the floor at the bar area storage.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed soiled container used to hold ice scoop at the ice machine behind the bar. Container was removed to be cleansed and sanitized.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand-wash sign at the hand washing sink at the bar.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the door gaskets of reach in coolers in the kitchen and also the reach in cooler behind the bar. Also observed the exterior of ice machine soiled behind the bar area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a box of single use cups store on the floor behind the bar area.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed resting on a prep table in the kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth stored on top of the bar prep area. Bartender removed. Also observed on cutting board in the kitchen area.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed FL 135542, FL 135543 both certificates expires on 09-27-24.
May 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled at kitchen entrance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line.
- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed FL 135542, FL 135543 both expires on 09-27-24.
Mar 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10-01-24.
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/
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Operator replaced.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled at kitchen entrance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed FL 135542, FL 135543 both expires on 09-27-24.
Jul 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs at 80F ambient temperature. As per operator for less than 1 hour prior, operator placed inside reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue on kitchen handwashing sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels next to handwashing sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on top of preparation reach in cooler at kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee drink on top of preparation reach in cooler at kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on clean container on drain board at 3 compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container stored on floor by 3 compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed on kitchen handwashing sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside reach in cooler by 3 compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of reach in cooler by cook line.
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets heavily soiled.
Apr 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at bar. Employee voluntarily discarded the cutting board.
Nov 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 mahi still in packages after thawing inside reach in cooler in front of fryer. Manager discarded the products.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed bar Triple Sink (Quaternary 500ppm) at bar. Employee diluted with water and last reading bar Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm).
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 500ppm) at storage shelves under prep table.
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. Discussed and emailed to manager.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to single door reach in cooler.
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. Discussed and emailed to manager.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 3 mahi still in packages after thawing inside reach in cooler in front of fryer. Manager discarded the products.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at bar. Employee voluntarily discarded the cutting board.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed plastic spoon handle in contact with blue cheese inside reach in cooler. Manager removed the spoon from the container.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed next to single door reach in cooler. Also observed at bar.
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.