HOTEL CONTINENTAL MIAMI BEACH TAPESTRY COLLECTION BY HILTON
4000 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach FL 33140 · 305-532-4999
Last inspected Jun 22, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
4 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 22, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed missing thermo labels or irreversible thermometer to check the hot water temperature inside the machine.
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 all the kitchen layout changed and not plan review was submitted.
May 7, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed missing thermo labels or irreversible thermometer to check the hot water temperature inside the machine.
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 all the kitchen layout changed and not plan review was submitted.
Mar 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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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. Observed employee touched his hair and continued working with food. Employee was coached and washed hands correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter at 64F, as per employee for about 2 hrs. Butter was placed in ice bath.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bacon tray blocking the hand sink. Employee moved it.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Missing certified manager for the establishment.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed missing thermo labels or irreversible thermometer to check the hot water temperature inside the machine.
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 all the kitchen layout changed and not plan review was submitted.
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 missing food handler certificate Orlando Del Risco with more than 2 months as food employee.
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. Observed server handling food ( Mauricio Lopez) without signed reporting agreement after being working 1 month in the food establishment.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food prep without hair restraint. Employee covered his hair with a hairnet.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed spoon handle touching the feta cheese in the reach in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of grease inside the oven.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed reach in cooler (beverage ) with no ambient thermometer.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel left on counter.
Sep 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 29, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
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.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Jul 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef above boiled eggs inside reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (60 F - Cold Holding); ham (46F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (53F - Cold Holding); caramelized onion mix (49F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (55 F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed breakfast potatoes 107 F
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed chlorine test kit when using quat test kit.
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.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks without means to be secured.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed expired quat test kit since 3/15/2024.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed an emptied tray blocking the hand sink. Employee moved it.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on prep table. Employee moved it immediately.
Feb 8, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Jan 3, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority6 Intermediate1 Basic
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Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed buffet without sneeze guards to protect the food from contamination ( butter, jam, cheese, sprinkles for waffles.
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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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. Missing training for employees working in the establishment for 2 months ( Sahily Gonzalez y Yadira Alarcón )
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.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Missing procedure to use Time As Public Health Control for food at the buffet. Procedure was printed and fill it out.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Nov 1, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority9 Intermediate1 Basic
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Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed buffet without sneeze guards to protect the food from contamination ( butter, jam, cheese, sprinkles for waffles.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used to keep a dirty jar inside. Employee moved it.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing quat test kit to check sanitizer at the 3 compartment sink.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Missing training for employees working in the establishment for 2 months ( Sahily Gonzalez y Yadira Alarcón )
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.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Missing procedure to use Time As Public Health Control for food at the buffet. Procedure was printed and fill it out.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
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.