ASTERIA RESTAURANT
18250 COLLINS AVE, Sunny Isles Beach FL 33160 · 720.841.0976
Last inspected Mar 24, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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 form to operator.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 24, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
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/
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Observed dining room w/ bar area with accordion walls that open to the outside. Plans submitted by previous owner does not show accordion walls. No mechanism in place to effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. According to owner walls remain closed and do not open. Walls were closed at time of inspection. Advised manager that establishment 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 hand washing sink in bar area covered by wood countertop. Advised person that countertop must be removed so that hand washing sink remains accessible to provide for hand washing.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense flour.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Observed dining room w/ bar area with accordion walls that open to the outside. Plans submitted by previous owner does not show accordion walls. No mechanism in place to effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. According to owner walls remain closed and do not open. Walls were closed at time of inspection. Advised manager that establishment 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/.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority8 Intermediate14 Basic
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Observed milk, creamer and liquor stored in ice used for drinks. Advised manager and he discarded. See stop sale.
Observed raw shell eggs and raw fish stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink in bar area covered by wood counter. Advised that hand washing sink must be accessible.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Chef added.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 dining room w/ bar area with accordion walls that open to the outside. Plans submitted by previous owner does not show accordion walls. No mechanism in place to effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Advised that walls must remain closed until an approved mechanism is installed. Advised manager that establishment 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 employee rinsing wiping cloths in hand wash sink in kitchen area. Advised that Handwash sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing.
Observed establishment offering raw salmon and raw tuna on menu. However, Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed form to operator to post.
Ceiling tile missing in kitchen area.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Cleaned and sanitized metal pans stored on floor under shelf in kitchen area.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Observed Working containers of flour, panko, and sugar removed from original container not identified by common name.
Observed cases of water stored on floor in walk in cooler, cases of oil stored on floor in kitchen area, and cases of sodas stored on floor in bar area.
Observed raw beef and raw chicken Stored uncovered or protected in reach in cooler. All were in direct contact with shelf. Advised that all foods should be covered to protect from potential cross contamination.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Observed dining room w/ bar area with accordion walls that open to the outside. Plans submitted by previous owner does not show accordion walls. No mechanism in place to effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Advised that walls must remain closed until an approved mechanism is installed. Advised manager that establishment 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/.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw lamb thawing at room temperature. Located on prep table in kitchen area.
Dec 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority8 Intermediate14 Basic
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Observed milk, creamer and liquor stored in ice used for drinks. Advised manager and he discarded. See stop sale.
Observed raw shell eggs and raw fish stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink in bar area covered by wood counter. Advised that hand washing sink must be accessible.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Chef added.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 dining room w/ bar area with accordion walls that open to the outside. Plans submitted by previous owner does not show accordion walls. No mechanism in place to effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Advised that walls must remain closed until an approved mechanism is installed. Advised manager that establishment 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 employee rinsing wiping cloths in hand wash sink in kitchen area. Advised that Handwash sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing.
Observed establishment offering raw salmon and raw tuna on menu. However, Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed form to operator to post.
Ceiling tile missing in kitchen area.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Cleaned and sanitized metal pans stored on floor under shelf in kitchen area.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Observed Working containers of flour, panko, and sugar removed from original container not identified by common name.
Observed cases of water stored on floor in walk in cooler, cases of oil stored on floor in kitchen area, and cases of sodas stored on floor in bar area.
Observed raw beef and raw chicken Stored uncovered or protected in reach in cooler. All were in direct contact with shelf. Advised that all foods should be covered to protect from potential cross contamination.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Observed dining room w/ bar area with accordion walls that open to the outside. Plans submitted by previous owner does not show accordion walls. No mechanism in place to effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Advised that walls must remain closed until an approved mechanism is installed. Advised manager that establishment 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/.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw lamb thawing at room temperature. Located on prep table in kitchen area.
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink covered by wood counter in bar area. Advised chef and he removed in order to have clear path to hand washing sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Accumulation of black substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cut boards being stored on floor on side on reach in cooler in kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed crates of food in walk in freezer stored on floor and sodas stored on floor in bar area.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Observed dining room with accordion walls that open to the outside. No approved plans on file for setup. Walls were open at time of inspection. No mechanism in place to effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Advised that walls must remain closed until an approved mechanism is installed. Manager closed walls
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of takeout containers being stored on floor in dry storage area (hall way).
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter in customer reach.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Nov 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Floors in walk in cooler not easily cleanable due to ice buildup.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of food being stored on floor in walk in freezer and cases of sodas being stored on floor in bar area.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Chef removed.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Observed dining room with accordion walls that open to outside. Walls were open at time of inspection. No preventative measures for vermin activities or outside elements.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed various single service items being stored on floor in dry storage area (hallway).
Mar 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
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.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle being start in container of granola. Manager removed.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of food stored on floor in walk in freezer. Manager moved to shelf.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs being stored on stove door. Chef removed.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Mar 15, 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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Food stored on floor. Observed crate of raw beef being stored on floor in walk in freezer. Chef moved to shelf.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Chef removed.
Aug 30, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shel eggs being stored on top of various unwashed vegetables in walk in cooler. Manager instructed employee to rearrange.
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 form to operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink in warewash area blocked by prep table and shelf giving no access to sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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 form to operator.
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. Emailed to operator.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Clam or other shells purchased from a supplier reused to serve food.
Food stored on floor. Observed crate of raw beef being stored on floor in walk in freezer. Chef moved to shelf.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Chef removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water was 78°F and located on prep table. Manager discarded.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in kitchen area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
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.