LAUREL
350 OCEAN DR, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 9729520200
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 12 visits since February 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on October 1, 2023.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025049586 | Jun 13, 2025 | Aug 7, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Observed: Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile over workstation next to prep sink at kitchen area. Priority: Basic
Observed: Establishment charging automatic gratuity without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill. Observed charges not displayed on all menus. Priority: Basic
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observe establishment conducting vacuuming packaging of raw chicken not removed from packaging within 48 hours and without an approved HACCP. Priority: Basic
Jul 13, 2026Insp. Completed - Warning Given, PendingRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Observed: Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed establishment conducting ROP of cold smoked salmon not frozen before packaging. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed at cook line HONEY YOGURT (55F - Cold Holding); CUT TOMATOES (53F - Cold Holding); CANADIAN BACON (52F - Cold Holding), as per employee left on line the night prior. Observed establishment conducting ROP of cold smoked salmon not frozen before packaging. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line HONEY YOGURT (55F - Cold Holding); CUT TOMATOES (53F - Cold Holding); CANADIAN BACON (52F - Cold Holding), as per employee left on line the night prior. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile over workstation next to prep sink at kitchen area. Priority: Basic
Observed: Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed on shelf metal pots, not inverted manager inverted during inspection. Priority: Basic
Observed: Establishment charging automatic gratuity without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill. Observed charges not displayed on all menus. Priority: Basic
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observe establishment conducting vacuuming packaging of raw chicken not removed from packaging within 48 hours and without an approved HACCP. Priority: Basic
Feb 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cheese inside RIC.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jan 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Oct 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jun 13, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification Observed no food manager certificate for Andrea Olante.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles showing water damage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout the kitchen.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Apr 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification Observed no food manager certificate for Andrea Olante.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment served tuna tartare and burgers not linked to consumer advisory. At the time of the inspection. Manager reprinted menu.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles showing water damage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover at walk in cooler soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Apr 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee prepare sandwich without a hairnet.
May 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at kitchen entrance.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips for dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed near walk-in cooler on ceiling tiles and air vents.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone on top of preparation table near kitchen entrance.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee doing food preparation at cookline wearing watch.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee doing food preparation at cookline with no hair restraint.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of limes stored on walk-in cooler floor and plastic water bottles stored in floor at dry storage area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at ice machine near walk-in cooler. Scoop was properly stored.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach-in unit near walk-in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing sink at coffee station and hand washing sink near ice machine at bar.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach-in cooler near walk-in cooler.
Apr 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority8 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed no chlorine sanitizer at dishmachine.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on October 1, 2023.
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 chef with vomit and diarrheal cleanup procedures via email.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Eggs Benedict traditional ceviche not identified as raw on menu.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at cook line.
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. Provided chef with employee reporting responsibilities agreement via email.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment vacuum sealing fish without a HACCP plan submitted. Emailed forms and info to operator for HACCP.
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance near walk-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of avocados stored on floor of walk-in cooler and kikkoman soy container stored on floor at dry storage area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle inside flour at dry storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at kitchen entrance and sink at cook line.
Observed carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at dry storage area.
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.