ISLANDER BAR & GRILL
4200 NW 21 ST, CONC D-49, Miami FL 33122 · 305-869-4660
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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JAN 25
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MAR 26
AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 4 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach by the dishwasher area. Operator removed it.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2016039449 | Jul 26, 2016 | Sep 12, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment. Observed grease buildup on fryers.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach by the dishwasher area. Operator removed it.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease buildup on the floor under kitchen equipments.
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Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall in the prep area.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tong on standing water.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of oven with heavy grease buildup.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under prep tables soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed prep cooler soiled in the inside.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind dishwashers, prep area
Mar 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training for Rolando Leyva Serrano expired 10/07/25, Jean Chery 11/12/25, Laritza Garcia 02/17/26.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. By ice machine, kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed two doors cooler not in use.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under the charbroiled grill.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Prep cooler soiled
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed tartar sauce on containers of mayonnaise.
Aug 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training for Kristy Gissell Amador Matute expired on 08/04/2025.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on the oven doors
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of the oven soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under charbroiled grill with heavy soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Under prep table, kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar area hand washing sink use as a dump sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.observed reach in cooler doors soiled
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents soiled throughout the establishment.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor underneath equipment with heavy soiled
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside oven with heavy soiled
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under charbroiled grill soiled
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers located in the storage shelf.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves with rus.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls with heavy soiled throughout the establishment.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quaternary test kit expired on 04/15/24
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bar hand washing sink located at the bar area use as a dump sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed kitchen area ceiling soiled.
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 Mahi on 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 employee removed them
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled behind equipments.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Kitchen prep cooler soiled
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls throughout the establishment soiled
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of sugar, rice with no label.
Feb 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed Employee chewing gum while preparing food manager coached employees
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under equipments soiled.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled, under charbroiled grill with heavy soiled.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed a drink inside of the bar cooler. Manager removed it.
Stored food not covered. Observed coconut shrimp no covered inside of the reach in freezer. Employee covered shrimp.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled throughout the kitchen, back area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 21, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on/under equipment observed heavy building under charbroiled grill.
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. Observed prep area cooler located in the kitchen area running at 67 F
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover soiled located in the back area, walk in cooler gasket soiled.
Sep 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate15 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed coleslaw (50 F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (53 F - Cold Holding); American cheese (56 F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (62 F - Cold Holding); Diced tomatoes (62 F - Cold Holding) according to manager stored in a non working prep cooler located in the kitchen area for more than 5 hours Cheesecake (54 F - Cold Holding) according to manager stored in a non working cooler since yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed coleslaw (50 F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (53 F - Cold Holding); American cheese (56 F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (62 F - Cold Holding); Diced tomatoes (62 F - Cold Holding) according to manager stored inside the kitchen in a non working prep cooler for more than 5 hours Cheesecake (54 F - Cold Holding) according to manager stored in a non working cooler since yesterday.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the dishwasher hand washing sink. Manager provided soap.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed corned beef stored inside of the walk in cooler with no date marked.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on/under equipment observed heavy building under charbroiled grill.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Back area.
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. Observed prep area cooler located in the kitchen area running at 67 F
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipments soiled.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer/cooler and/or walk-in freezer. Observed prep cooler with ice buildup located in the cook line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven with heavy soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover soiled located in the back area, walk in cooler gasket soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Back area cooler, line area prep cooler with heavy soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed turkey burger stored inside of the walk in cooler no covered.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the back area, kitchen area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Three compartment sink faucets
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Rice, salt containers.
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.