BJ'S RESTAURANT & BREWHOUSE 530
8888 SW 136 ST STE 350, Miami FL 33176 · 305.251.7550
Last inspected Apr 21, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 5 flies landing and resting on top of clean forks,spoons, containers to go, located in the expo area inside the kitchen also one fly resting on top of the dishwasher machine, observed approximately 10 flies in the bar area located in the lobby.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clean containers wet nesting on rack next to walk in cooler.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in dish area.
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Observed dipperwell water turned off with tongs stored inside. Operator turned on water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in freezer next to fryers station.
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Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In fry station
Dec 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining container of basil. Operator removed towel.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw cut tuna stored over green onions inside reach in cooler near fry station. Operator relocated product for proper storage.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor at cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of conveyor oven soiled with old food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler and freezer gaskets soiled at cook line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to clean containers at back storage area.
Sep 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed gallon of milk stored inside reach in cooler not date marked, operator unaware how long milk has been opened. Operator discarded milk.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black mold like substance.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of conveyor oven soiled with old food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler drawers gaskets soiled at cook line and gaskets at reach in freezer soiled.
Reach-in cooler/warmer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of baked potato drawer soiled. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed shredded cheese stored not covered inside walk in cooler. Operator covered cheese.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At end of bar.
Mar 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee food handler training expired for Andrew N and Jerome P.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in dish area. Operator cleaned floor
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled throughout cook line
Stored food not covered. Observed ice cream stored not covered in reach in freezer. Operator covered ice cream.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At bar area
Mar 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed kitchen dish machine exterior soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area soiled air vents.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in ice cream freezer on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers. Observed sides of cooking equipment on cook line soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Operator inverted during inspection.
Stored food not covered. Observed in ice cream freezer ice cream not covered, operator covered during inspection.
Oct 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the reach in freezer located in kitchen area.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Employee put container
Stored food not covered. Observed mozzarella sticks no covered. Employee put lids
Mar 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (49F - Cold Holding), stored in reach in cooler, located at cooking line. As per employee for more than 6 hours. Employee discarded item.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (49F - Cold Holding), stored in reach in cooler, located at cooking line. As per employee for more than 6 hours. Employee discarded item.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed, throughout kitchen areas.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris, located at back kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed standing reach in freezer gaskets soiled, located at cooking line. Observed hood filters soiled.
Observed Wall soiled with accumulated grease, located throughout kitchen areas.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
Feb 20, 2024Inspection 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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Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 118F - Hot Holding); marinara (122F - Hot Holding). As per employee for less than 2 hours. Employee placed inside the oven for reheating. Second temperature cooked chicken (167F - Reheating); marinara sauce (168F - Reheating)
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils stored in plastic bucket with water at 67F, located at cooking line. Employee discarded water, and placed utensils in the dishwasher machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in coolers gaskets soiled throughout cooking line.
Standing Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
Aug 16, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 15, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee change gloves without washing hands. Chef coached employee, and employee washed hands.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 5 flies landing and resting on top of clean forks,spoons, containers to go, located in the expo area inside the kitchen also one fly resting on top of the dishwasher machine, observed approximately 10 flies in the bar area located in the lobby.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked steak (49F - Cold Holding); cooked yesterday at 8:00 pm, cooked pork chops (48F - Cold Holding); cooked yesterday at 8:00 pm, cooked chicken sausage (48F - Cold Holding) cooked yesterday at 8:30 pm Raw Beef (49 F - Cold Holding) stored in walk in cooler since Friday, reach cooler: cut tomatoes, chicken sausage, and garlic and oil (78F - Cold Holding); stored in kitchen line reach in cooler stored overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked steak (49F - Cold Holding); cooked yesterday at 8:00 pm, cooked pork chops (48F - Cold Holding); cooked yesterday at 8:00 pm, cooked chicken sausage (48F - Cold Holding) cooked yesterday at 8:30 pm Raw Beef (49 F - Cold Holding) stored in walk in cooler since Friday, reach cooler: cut tomatoes, chicken sausage, and garlic and oil (78F - Cold Holding); stored in kitchen line reach in cooler stored overnight.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment. Observed hood filters with heavy soiled.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in the kitchen area.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed prep area reach in cooler running at 68F
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under the equipment in the kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled walk in cooler gaskets.
Stored food not covered. Observed ice cream stored in reaching freezer no covered located in the expo area.
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