DREXEL
516 ESPANOLA WAY, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 305.692.0992
Last inspected Feb 25, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 13 points better than where it started.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steaks over live mussels in the walk-in cooler. The manager moved the items to the correct shelves.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed the dishwasher touch dirty dishes and then touch clean dishes without washing his hands.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over chest nuts in the first walk in cooler. The chef put the eggs on the bottom shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a strainer in the hand washing sink by the service sink.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the dish machine uses chlorine and the establishment only has quaternary test strips.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two spray bottles at the bar with a clear liquid not labeled.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses.
Sep 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the dish machine uses chlorine and the ppms. were 0.00. The dish washer cut the tube with a hole in it and it's now at 100 ppms.
Mussel tags not marked with last date served.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with a clear liquid not labeled at the bar. The chef label it.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a thermos on top of the bar dish washer. The chef removed it.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler by the pizza oven gasket torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket and several reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar.
Mar 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
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Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a trash container in front of the hand washing sink by the dish machine. The manager moved it.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn.
Ice bucket stored on floor between uses. The manager put them on a shelf.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The manager removed it.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed the oven at the cook line.
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 walk-in cooler gasket soiled.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Nov 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cheese in the walk-in cooler.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
mussel tags not marked with last date served.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl in a container of salt. The chef removed it.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the license that is displayed expired on 10-01-2021.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in the walk-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed several plastic containers with different sauces on the walk-in cooler.
Ice bucket stored not stored inverted between uses. The manager inverted the buckets.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at the bar.
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 walk-in cooler gasket soiled.
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in the walk-in closer to the back door.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a large plastic container with a blue containing salt not labeled.
Jul 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Mussel tags not marked with last date served.
Jun 4, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 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 steaks over live mussels in the walk-in cooler. The manager moved the items to the correct shelves.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the prep sink.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed local tuna carpaccio on the menu. As per the manager it is served raw.
Mussel tags not marked with last date served.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Eric and Cynthia working with food both have been employed for more than 60 days.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the second smaller ice machine.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar.
Apr 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate8 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 steaks over live mussels in the walk-in cooler. The manager moved the items to the correct shelves.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the prep sink.
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 two cups in the hand wash sink at the bar. The manager removed it.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed local tuna carpaccio on the menu. As per the manager it is served raw.
Mussel tags not marked with last date served.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the men's restroom. The manager brought towels.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Eric and Cynthia working with food both have been employed for more than 60 days.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the second smaller ice machine.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the scoop on top of the ice machine. The manager removed it and put in the ware washing area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife between the hand wash sink and prep table at the bar. The manager removed it.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The manager removed it.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. The manager removed it.
Sep 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 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 octopus in the walk-in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food stored on floor. Observed a large plastic container with chicken stock on the walk-in cooler floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at the bar.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler gaskets soiled.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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.