HAPPEA'S
1250 S MIAMI AVE STE 4, Miami FL 33130 · 305-335-2787
Last inspected Apr 29, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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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.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Food stored on floor. Observed oil stored on floor at dry storage.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed concrete floor at dishwasher area.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Observed wet wiping cloth on top of prep table at front line not stored in sanitizer solution.
Feb 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed concrete floor at dishwasher area.
Dec 10, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at splitter added to mop sink.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed dish machine removed from kitchen area and placed at dry storage area near bathrooms.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Observe boxes of oil and salt store under bug zapper next to dishwasher area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed clean containers in dishwasher area with old labels.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed water at bottom of reach-in cooler across from cook line.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed concrete floor at dishwasher area.
Oct 7, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority7 Intermediate11 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at splitter added to mop sink.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed staff not knowing how to used a thermometer.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal container inside hand washing sink at coffee station. Container was removed.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed sunny side up eggs not identified as raw or undercooked on menu. Product was identified on menu during inspection.
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/
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed dish machine removed from kitchen area and placed at dry storage area near bathrooms.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge not knowing how to calibrate a thermometer using the cold method. Coach person in charge on correct procedure.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed plastic spray bottle not labeled with common name at hand washing sink at coffee station.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observe at dishwasher area pans improperly stored.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed metal pans store under bug zapper on dishwasher machine area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board in prep table in front counter with knife cuts that are not longer cleanable.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Observe boxes of oil and salt store under bug zapper next to dishwasher area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at: reach in freezer, reach in cooler#2, and walk in cooler. Reach-in coolers are near walk-in cooler.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed clean containers in dishwasher area with old labels.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of plastic forks stored on floor near coffee area. Manager removed box off floor.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed water at bottom of reach-in cooler across from cook line.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed concrete floor at dishwasher area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container of white powdery substance not labeled at preparation area at kitchen.
Mar 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority7 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employees touching dity cutting boards and then engaging in food preparation.
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.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Kitchen can opener.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed most kitchen employees wearing watches while Preparing food.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Dishwashing facility.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Clean all top surfaces of kitchen shelves from old food debris.
Nov 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook line employees.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
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.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jun 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 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. Provided to operator.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed both certified managers Eduardo Valdemar 02-27-24 and Danny Omari 02-27-24.
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. Provided to operator.
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.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Jul 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Kal at 67 f for more then 4 hours sald cooler.
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.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Soiled wet wiping cloth placed in use with fresh solution.
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.