JEFFERSON HOTEL
528 SW 9 AVE, Miami FL 33130 · (305) 793-8696
Last inspected Apr 20, 2026 · 10 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. 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. Provided hand out to operator.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Stored food not covered. Observed integrated ice buckets with no lid in bar area.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed wall unsealed at ice machine and mop sink area.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone.
Apr 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Mar 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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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/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS at bar.
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. Observed Eileen, Juan, and Carlos working for more than 60 days with no training.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at white cutting board.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at RIC across from fryers and unit across from DM.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed RIC gaskets soiled across from fryers.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at HWS at bar.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt and squeeze bottles of oil not labeled at cook line.
Apr 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters heavily soiled with accumulated grease.
Apr 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over vegetables in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (64F - Cold Holding); shrimp (54F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler in kitchen.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in coolers soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink in kitchen blocked by stool.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed one dead rat on rodent trap in dry storage room. At the time of the inspection operator discarded rodent.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed ice bin at bar missing splash guard. Therefore leaving ice exposed by soiled water from handwashing.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters heavily soiled with accumulated grease.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
Feb 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 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 hand out to operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink in kitchen blocked by containers and boxes.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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 agreement to operator.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.