GROVE
2201 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach FL 33139
Last inspected Mar 9, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean dishes on rusty shelves.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed several large metals sheets wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gasket torn at the end of the cook line and drink station by the exit door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk in cooler gasket and fan guard soiled.
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- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Jurisdiction number 059189, 050161, 059093 expires on 12-19-25.
Jan 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (51F - Cold Holding) at the outside bar. As per the bar tender the milk was put in ice approximately 2 hours ago. He put the milk in a reach in cooler.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed several tags not dated.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a blender attachment in the hand washing sink at the end of the cook line.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs Benedict on the menu not identified as raw on the breakfast menu. Observed Kano salad, crispy tuna, hamachi crude, double cut yellowtail roll and 5 other items on menu insert that doesn't identify if the products are raw.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the outside bar. The manager had soap taken to the bar.
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 all the food handles certificates expired here's a a few food handlers; Cindy, Eduardo, Sophia, Herman, Ariel, and Edis.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean dishes on rusty shelves.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed several large metals sheets wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gasket torn at the end of the cook line and drink station by the exit door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk in cooler gasket and fan guard soiled.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Jurisdiction number 059189, 050161, 059093 expires on 12-19-25.
Jul 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed oysters, yellowfin tuna tartare, kani salad, crispy tuna, hamachi crude, double cut yellow tail role, crazy bluefin tuna, sashimi platter and poke bowl. As per the manager those items are raw or under cooked. The manager reprinted the menus identifying all the raw items during the inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets torn at the bar.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes in the wall in room dining area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. The chef removed the tongs.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in a water temperature of 84°F.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets soiled at the bar and pizza station. Observed the walk-in cooler fan guards soiled.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The manager put the straws behind the bar.
Jan 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a can of tomato sauce dented. The chef discarded it.
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 touching dirty dishes and then clean dishes without washing his hands.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed several plates and utensils in the handwashing sink by the dry storage area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket soiled. Observed the second walk-in cooler fan guards soiled.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking at the triple sink at the bar.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic bottles with oil not labeled.
Sep 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a 6 pound can of corn dented.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gasket torn at the pastry area and other coolers throughout the kitchen.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container of sugar. The chef removed it.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. The bartender put the straws behind the bar.
Mar 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the chlorine ppm 0.00 at the bar. The manager instructed the bar tender to take her cups to the kitchen to be washed.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a strainer in the sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the pizza station. The chef 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.
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. I emailed the advisory and the manager printed and posted the sign.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice bucket stored not inverted between uses.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar. The manager put a sign.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar the manager moved the straws.
Sep 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 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 at the bar chlorine is at 0.00 ppm. The manager set up the triple sink for sanitizing.
Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed several filters throughout the kitchen not dated.
oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed at the kitchen entrance.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed dough wrapped in a cloth towel. The manager removed the towel.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an employee drinking from an uncovered cup at the cook line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Ice bucket stored on floor between uses. Observed at the raw bar. The manager moved it.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the chest freezer gasket soiled.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. The manager brought a sanitizer bucket,
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.