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GRAYSON MIAMI

1100 BISCAYNE BLVD, Miami FL 33132 · (516)606-0900

Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats366
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2335187
Grade history
SEP 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding 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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jul 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (69F - Cold Holding) as per operator less than three hours. Observed operator stored inside reach in cooler near coffee machine.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
Intermediate/16-33-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar area. Operator provided during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar area. Operator provided during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Anfernee.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed solid frozen salmon thawed in ROP package. Operator removed from the package during inspection.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of waffle stored directly on floor inside walk in freezer. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed during inspection.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hand wash sink near coffee machine also observed plastic containers with sugar, rice, flour soiled. Operator stated cleaning during inspection.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrective Action Taken
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of clear plastic cups, cases of cream onions stored directly on floor located storage area. Operator stated removed the cases and store property during inspection.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed thawed raw ground beef at prep table. Operator stored under running water during inspection.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled located Dishwasher area and near coffee machine. Observed operator started cleaning the area during inspection.
Basic/36-27-5/Corrective Action Taken
The state's own report →
Mar 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
High priority/12A-07-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over ham. Located inside walk in cooler. Manager reorganized products.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling pitcher in hand sink. Educated employee. Coached employee on proper hand washing sink using procedures.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrective Action Taken
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towel. Operator provided during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of plastic cups, cups lids. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dishwasher area and neat coffee machine located at kitchen area.
Basic/36-27-5
Oct 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 7, 2025 · Time Extended
Sep 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
High priority/12A-07-5/Warning
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
High priority/12A-10-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw smoke salmon over French toast. Operator stored properly during inspection.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar area. Operator provided during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Bar area.
Basic/16-55-4/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 78°f. Operator discard the water during inspection
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Bar area. Observed dishwasher machine in disrepair.
Basic/16-55-4
Sep 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over cubes of ham stored inside walk in cooler. Operator removed during inspection.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (69F - Cold Holding) as per manager less than four hours. Operator discarded during inspection.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Intermediate/11-07-5
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Darwin Ramos.
Intermediate/53A-05-6
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. Near walk in cooler kitchen.
Basic/14-74-7
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket inside reach in cooler.
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with cook oil stored directly on floor kitchen. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket reach in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located cook line area. Operator removed during inspection.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate7 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. Observed employee touching personal cell phone, then prepared food without washing hands. Spoke to employee about proper procedures.
High priority/12A-16-4
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee touching personal cell phone, then prepared food without washing hands. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
High priority/12A-07-5
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef over raw fish inside walk in cooler. Operator rearranged during inspection.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Maeloude Pascal.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
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. Kitchen.
Basic/14-74-7
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation
Drain cover(s) missing. Kitchen.
Basic/29-18-4
Food stored on floor. Observed walk in freezer cases of French fries, fish, vegetables stored on floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Basic/38-07-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed bucket with solution of quaternary 00 ppm. Located cook line area. Operator discard the water solution. Recheck 200 ppm quaternary.
Basic/21-08-4
Aug 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of French fries, beef empanadas stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen package of Pork Chorizo inside metal container with standing water. Operator stored under ruining water located cook line area.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site

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.