LAUREL BRASSERIE
698 NE 1 AVE #G170, Miami FL 33132 · 305-632-9797
Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 13 points off where it started.
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
8 visits, newest first
Aug 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar area. Operator provided during inspection.
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Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket stored directly on floor located at bar area. Operator removed during inspection.
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. Reach in cooler located cook line area.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Chlorine 00 ppm.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar area. Operator removed during inspection.
Aug 6, 2026Call 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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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.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Feb 2, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over avocados located front counter area. Manager reorganized products.
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.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cases of water stored on top of hand wash sink located bar area. Operator removed during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Aug 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed shell eggs over avocados reach in cooler located cook line area. Operator stored during inspection.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar area. Manager provided during inspection.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Giuseppe, Isabelle.
Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen near dishwasher machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fans inside walk in cooler.
Mar 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed shell eggs over cut lemons located cooked line front counter area. Operator removed the shell eggs.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef inside walk in cooler. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (130F - Hot Holding) as operator less than one hour. Located next to coffee machine front counter window. Operator reheated to 180°f.
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 dirty utensils stored inside hand wash sink near coffee machine. Operator removed during inspection.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Bertha Lopez, Edifren Garcia.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bathroom.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket. Operator stores properly during inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Jul 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Was at 0 ppm now at 50 ppm. Manager replaced bucket.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Manager printed out and posted. Sea urchin served undercooked. Undercooked tuna also on menu.
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.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Sent email to management. Printed and posted
Food stored on floor. Raw chicken boxes from delivery on Friday on floor of walk in cooler.
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.