BANQUET HALL KITCHEN
2301 - 2377 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 305.604.1000
Last inspected Mar 9, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. The chef had it washed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk in cooler gasket soiled. The chef had it cleaned.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. The chef had the old labels removed.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed in the mop bucket. The chef hung it over the mop sink.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in the ware washing area.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed a
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in the ware washing area.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a green plastic container in the hand washing sink at the ware washing area. The chef removed it.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in the ware washing area.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a plastic bucket in the sink next to the ice machine. The chef removed it.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in the hall between the kitchen and the ware washing area.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at the hood on the right.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Salmon and tuna rolls on the menu not identified as raw.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler fan guards soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed two trash cans blocking it. The chef moved the trash cans.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Salmon and tuna rolls on the menu not identified as raw.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler fan guards soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. 125269; 133100;125270; 136109; 133097 all expired on 07-21-23
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