BARBIZON RESTAURANT
530 OCEAN DR, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 561-460-3343
Last inspected Feb 24, 2026 · 11 visits since September 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 15 points better than where it started.
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. Provided operator with cleanup procedures via email.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
6 cases · $1,680
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025004309 | Dec 9, 2024 | Jun 23, 2025 | $160 |
| 1--2022029167 | Apr 11, 2022 | Jul 12, 2022 | $200 |
| 1--2019055580 | Oct 1, 2019 | Jan 3, 2020 | $200 |
| 1--2018048811 | Sep 4, 2018 | Oct 31, 2018 | $800 |
| 1--2017050511 | Oct 18, 2017 | Nov 29, 2017 | $160 |
| 1--2015020952 | Apr 7, 2015 | May 22, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Feb 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of produce on floor inside walk in cooler.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler gaskets soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Aug 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200 plusppm). Manager diluted with water, final reading Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of produce on floor inside walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler gaskets soiled.
Jun 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee placed gloves without washing hands. Employee removed gloves and washed hands.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing at kitchen Observed ceiling tiles missing at dry storage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door handle in disrepair.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at dry storage area.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed lil containers not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at dry storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled at cook line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed by 3 compartment sink.
Stored food not covered. Observed rice at reach in cooler not covered.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from pipe at reach in cooler next to dishwasher.
May 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ribs at walk in cooler held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing by dry storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted by cook line.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink across cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler located next to reach in cooler soiled. Observed gaskets soiled throughout the kitchen. Observed hood filters at kitchen soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Feb 13, 2025□ 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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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
Ceiling tile missing.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Dec 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed the CFM Antonio Montella expired on 05-28-2024.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar.
Ceiling tile missing.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The bartender moved the straws behind the bar.
Dec 9, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 Antonio Montella with a food manager certificate expired on 05.28.2024.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at kitchen entrance.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at cookline. Chef provided paper towels.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach-in cooler near steam table.
Jun 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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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 Antonio Montella with a food manager certificate expired on 05.28.2024.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at kitchen entrance.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink at warewashing area with plates inside.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed huecos rancheros not properly identified on menu and linked to advisory.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at cookline. Chef provided paper towels.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets in disrepair at preparation area and three compartment sink at kitchen area missing a divider and legs are rusted. Establishment has a dishmachine and a secondary three compartment sink they use.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of chicken stored on floor at walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching rice at rice container at bottom kitchen. Chef removed scoop.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 84F at cookline.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach-in cooler near steam table.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in freezer gaskets soiled at kitchen entrance.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach-in cooler near steam table.
Oct 25, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in upper and lower kitchens soiled. Observed ceiling tiles at lower kitchen with mold-like substance.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside at stairs leading to lower kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed water hose nozzle soiled with mold-like substance at preparation sink near dish machine and reach in cooler gaskets at upper kitchen area.
Sep 12, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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 changes made from original 2006 plan: three compartment sink, preparation sink, and dishmachine no included in original plan currently present at kitchen area.
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. Provided operator with reporting agreements via email.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine at lower kitchen.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at lower kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing at lower kitchen area near walk-in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in upper and lower kitchens soiled. Observed ceiling tiles at lower kitchen with mold-like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door at cook line in disrepair and three compartment sink leg in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside at stairs leading to lower kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed water hose nozzle soiled with mold-like substance at preparation sink near dish machine and reach in cooler gaskets at upper kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surfaces not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance. Observed ceiling tiles at both kitchen not constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust near dishwasher at upper kitchen and walls with mold-like substance at pump room at lower kitchen area.
Sep 11, 2023Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate12 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Yellow rice (54F - Cooling) cooked the night before not reaching 41F within 6 hours at walk-in cooler.
Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed no parasite destruction letter for mahi-mahi used for ceviche.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Yellow rice (54F - Cooling) cooked the night before not reaching 41F within 6 hours.
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. Provided operator with cleanup procedures via email.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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 changes made from original 2006 plan: three compartment sink, preparation sink, and dishmachine no included in original plan currently present at kitchen area.
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. Provided operator with reporting agreements via email.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine at lower kitchen.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at lower kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing at lower kitchen area near walk-in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in upper and lower kitchens soiled. Observed ceiling tiles at lower kitchen with mold-like substance.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal bowls and plates not inverted while stored at ware washing area and plates at dry storage at lower kitchen.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door at cook line in disrepair and three compartment sink leg in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside at stairs leading to lower kitchen.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with choking poster via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed water hose nozzle soiled with mold-like substance at preparation sink near dish machine and reach in cooler gaskets at upper kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surfaces not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance. Observed ceiling tiles at both kitchen not constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust near dishwasher at upper kitchen and walls with mold-like substance at pump room at lower kitchen area.
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.