CHEF OSMAN RESTAURANT
1497 WASHINGTON AVE, Miami Beach FL 33139
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
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. Form provided.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $880
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018024605 | May 7, 2018 | Aug 14, 2018 | $400 |
| 1--2015046772 | Oct 8, 2015 | Mar 18, 2016 | $480 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a sponge and a dirty cup in the hand sink at the front counter.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Mar 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed the cooks gloves were soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty utensils in the hand washing sink at the front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand washing sink at the front counter.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at the front counter.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the hand washing sink at the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the glass door cooler fan guard soiled. Observed the hood filters soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef in a bucket.
Oct 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dishes in the sink at the front counter. The manager removed everything.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter. The owner brought paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter. The owner brought soap.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in freezer at the kitchen entrance gasket torn.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two pair of tongs on the oven handle. The cook removed them.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
May 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler at the kitchen entrance gaskets are torn.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in the beverage cooler at the front counter.
Mar 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed the waitress fib hands for approximately 3 seconds.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a plastic container in the hand washing sink next to the triple sink. The cook removed it.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a pan filled with water in the sink at the front counter. The waitress removed it.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the following food handlers working Diana and Claudia both have expired food handlers certificates.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler at the kitchen entrance gaskets are torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of plastic water bottles on the floor underneath the front counter and a plastic container of cooking oil next to the fryer.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed by the back door.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed a pair of tongs on the oven door. The cook removed it.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The cook removed it.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler at the kitchen entrance gaskets are soiled. Observed the hood filters soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in the beverage cooler at the front counter.
Aug 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over beef in the reach in dpcooler.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed at the front counter.
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. Form provided via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed silverware in the hand sink at the front counter.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. As per the cook she sanitizes with chlorine and she showed me a quaternary test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in the rice cooker and in a container of cheese at the cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed by the hood system.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone on a cutting board. The cook removed it.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets torn at the to cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed a large plastic container of cooking oil on the floor in the dry storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed several pans with beef, steaks, and chicken uncovered in the reach in cooler next to the triple sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork in the triple sink. The cook turned on the cold water and later out it in the reach in cooler.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed an upright three door cooler a chest freezer and an upright two door freezer in a back room with no door and no locks on any of the appliances next to the public restrooms.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic squeeze bottle with oil not labeled.
Jan 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority7 Intermediate8 Basic
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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. Form provided.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to the triple sink and the bar. The cook brought towels.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to the triple sink.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed in the men's restroom.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at the back of the restaurant.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in the dry storage closet.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed next to the hood filter system.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets torn at the cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in coolers gaskets soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Jul 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority6 Intermediate12 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed corn in a shopping bag in the chest freezer.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over limes in the upright cooler by the back door.
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. Poster provided via email the owner printed it.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener and blade soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar.
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. The manger printed the form and the employee signed it.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed at the bar entrance. The cook labeled it.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in Parmesan cheese at the cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in coolers gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed a large plastic container with cooking oil on the floor next to the fryer and dry storage area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on the oven door.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in coolers gaskets soiled. Observed the hood filters soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on the green cutting board at the cook line.
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