BEACHSIDE CAFE
685 OCEAN DR, Key Biscayne FL 33149
Last inspected Jun 5, 2026 · 10 visits since February 2024
MAY 24
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MAY 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 14 points off where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed four live roaches crawling on the wall next to three compartment sink at kitchen area.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed vacuum breaker at mop sink.
May 21, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed four live roaches crawling on the wall next to three compartment sink at kitchen area.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed vacuum breaker at mop sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a red cutting board at kitchen area with deep marks.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed three dead roaches. Two dead on water heater at the rear of warewashing area and another dead on the floor at rear exit. Employee removed dead roach and cleaned the area.
Stored food not covered. Observed in reach in cooler at kitchen area next to hand sink, a container of cooked chicken not covered.
Dec 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at three compartment sink.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bug spray stored over three compartment at warewashing area. Operator removed and stored under three compartment sink.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal pits and pans on top shelf at warewashing area not inverted. Operator inverted items.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed at double door reach in cooler at kitchen area torn.
Open dumpster lid. Observed at dumpster area.
Apr 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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 to operator via email.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Apr 10, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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 to operator via email.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
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 Alex Maufroy certification expired on 12-17-2024.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed tuna tartar, beef carpaccio, and salmon poke bowl on the menu not identified as raw or undercooked.
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. Observed establishment offers oysters with no consumer advisory posted. Operator printed and posted during the inspection.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line.
Jan 2, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled by 3 compartment sink.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on door oven at cook line.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed at front counter.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed establishment utilizing ROP for cooked chicken, cooked pasta, raw chicken, raw beef for more than 48 hours after packaging. Provided operator HACCP plan information.
Nov 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10-01-24.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked chicken at reach in cooler.
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 to operator via email.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink next to 3 compartment sink blocked by containers.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled by 3 compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on floor by 3 compartment sink.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on door oven at cook line.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed at front counter.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed establishment utilizing ROP for cooked chicken, cooked pasta, raw chicken, raw beef for more than 48 hours after packaging. Provided operator HACCP plan information.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of reach in coolers throughout cook line.
May 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled. Observed soiled slicer blade.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. At the time of then inspection observed establishment offers raw fish tuna tartar, and beef carpaccio not identified on menu as raw product.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment offers raw fish and beef no consumer advisory available. Operator printed and posted advisory during inspection. Corrected On-Site**
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed table fan soiled. At table fan located at kitchen entrance. Observed fan cover in reach-in cooler soiled.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed dry soiled wiping cloths on cutting board.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
May 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment has no Quaternary ammonium test strips.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at kitchen Hand wash sink.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs over oven handle.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear door lacking self closing mechanism.
Feb 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee handled equipment from rear of kitchen/ outside then entered into kitchen put on gloves without washing hands. Manager intervened.
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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment has no Quaternary ammonium test strips.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at kitchen Hand wash sink.
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. No proof of any employee training available.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical bottle. By Three compartment sink.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food service employees with bracelets/ large jewelry.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs over oven handle.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear door lacking self closing mechanism.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Foil containers not inverted on shelf.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old equipment, old coolers, by rear of Establishment.
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