JOYCE
448 ESPANOLA WAY, Miami Beach FL 33139
Last inspected Jun 2, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2024
NOV 24
APR 25
NOV 25
APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst 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. Form provided via email.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jun 2, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Apr 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken and beef over squash in the walk in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw steaks in the walk in cooler.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Mamachi curdo not identified as raw.
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. Observed a food handler Sandra working. As per Sandra she has been employed for more than 60 days.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Observed a large plastic container with cooking oil on the floor at the cook line. The chef moved the oil to a shelf.
Nov 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over dressing in the walk in cooler. The cook moved the eggs to the bottom shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting board soiled.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle containing a yellow liquid not labeled. The V. P. labeled it.
Jun 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Apr 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate4 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. Firm provided via email.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a cook rinse a cloth towel in the hand washing sink next to the triple sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Kristi Gervasi didn't have certificate with her at the time of the inspection.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Hamachi crudo Aathe menu not identified as raw.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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 via email.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The cook removed it.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar.
Nov 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 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. Form provided via email.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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 via email.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar. The manager put up the sign during the inspection.
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.