BAIA BLU
3176 COMMODORE PLAZA, Miami FL 33133 · 786-906-2090
Last inspected Mar 11, 2026 · 8 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Observed at seafood/oyster preparation area of establishment approximately 20+ live, small flying insects flying and landing on prep table and coolers, fish, shrimp and oysters stored in ice display, walls, hand sink and cabinets in area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025077851 | Oct 20, 2025 | Jul 7, 2026 | $400 |
| 1--2019006889 | Feb 11, 2019 | Mar 15, 2019 | $120 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at fish display area, raw salmon container stored over containers of shredded artichoke. Operator removed and stored onto lower shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line reach in cooler raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding). As per operator less than 4 hours from walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed for hand sink at dish area blocked by dishes.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed for hand sink at seafood display area used as dump sink.
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at bar.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed for plates on top shelf at cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at dish area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line prep table utensils in standing water of 82F.
Stored food not covered. Observed at reach in cooler trays of lasagna stored uncovered.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed for cook line hood filters.
Dec 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for oyster and clam tags.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at bar counter.
Oct 21, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for oyster and clam tags.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed none available for chlorine sanitizer.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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 at outdoor patio area a bar with reach in coolers, ice bin and hand wash sink added to establishment plans with no updated plan review.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at bar counter.
Oct 20, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed at seafood/oyster preparation area of establishment approximately 20+ live, small flying insects flying and landing on prep table and coolers, fish, shrimp and oysters stored in ice display, walls, hand sink and cabinets in area.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed at seafood/oyster preparation area of establishment approximately 20+ live, small flying insects flying and landing on prep table and coolers, fish, shrimp and oysters stored in ice display, walls, hand sink and cabinets in area. Operator removed to discard.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for oyster and clam tags.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed none available for chlorine sanitizer.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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 at outdoor patio area a bar with reach in coolers, ice bin and hand wash sink added to establishment plans with no updated plan review.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink next to ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a stored container of salt.
Food stored on floor. Observed at walk in freezer package of octopus and container of fish stored on floor.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed next to ice machine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed stored on oven doors. Operator removed.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
Stored food not covered. Observed at walk in cooler containers of tomato sauce stored uncovered.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at bar counter.
Aug 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw calamari and shrimp stored over cooked lasagna at prep line reach in cooler. Observed raw shrimp and calamari stored over cooked lasagna at cook line reach in cooler. Chef began to store correctly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken and beef stored over raw fish items at cook line reach in cooler. Chef removed to correct items.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for all shell stock tags, mussels clams and oysters.
May 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw calamari and shrimp stored over cooked lasagna at prep line reach in cooler. Observed raw shrimp and calamari stored over cooked lasagna at cook line reach in cooler. Chef began to store correctly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken and beef stored over raw fish items at cook line reach in cooler. Chef removed to correct items.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for all shell stock tags, mussels clams and oysters.
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 none available for employee Smaldone Bartolomeo.
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.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment conducting reduced oxygen packing of octopus, salmon, branzino and seabass seafood items with an approved plan.
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 operator with poster, operator displayed at entrance of restaurant.
Dec 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels available at barb hand wash sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign posted at bar hand wash sink.
Jan 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler: drawers:; cooked pasta (57F - Cold Holding) as per operator from yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler: drawers:; cooked pasta (57F - Cold Holding) as per operator from yesterday.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed for Andy O, Ronald G, working at the establishment for more than two months.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine,quaternary test strips available at the time of the inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and in disrepair,unit opposite stove.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer by fryers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled,units opposite cookline.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for the togo food containers stored on shelves opposite cookline.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan cover soiled with accumulation of dust,table top unit located in the kitchen.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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.