LOCAL HOUSE
400 OCEAN DR, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 305.538.5529
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
JAN 25
SEP 25
APR 26
MAY 26
JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 to GM via email.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $760
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019063293 | Nov 19, 2019 | Jan 24, 2020 | $360 |
| 1--2016058388 | Dec 19, 2016 | Jan 12, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee at cook line place on gloves without washing hands prior to doing so.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs, stored over cooked mushrooms, and tomato sauce at region and cooler next to kitchen exit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut cantaloupe (50F - Cold Holding) at fliptop of salad station at kitchen area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at prep table soiled with food debris.
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Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaging in food preparation at kitchen area wearing a bracelet and watch.
May 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 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 pooled eggs stored over cheese inside RIC.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed RIC at cook line gaskets soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Apr 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade wiping cloth linen with salmon at RIC by back exit door.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed square potatoes (122F - Hot Holding) at steam table, as per chef for approximately 1 hour prior.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards at cook line soiled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle inside quinoa, operator removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout bar area and cook line.
Sep 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade wiping cloth linen with food.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs at ambient temperature by steam table, as per GM no more than 1 hour prior, she placed carton inside reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (112F - Hot Holding) at steam table, advised manager to put steam table to a higher temperature.
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 to GM via email.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed quinoa inside reach in cooler no date marked, as per chef for more than 24 hours prior.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area across cook line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to GM via email.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straws not individually wrapped at bar area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed by 3 compartment sink.
Jan 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee placed new gloves on without washing hands. Informed employee on proper practice.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice and spaghetti held more than 24 hours not properly date marked at reach in cooler by cookline.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout the kitchen. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area across cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container with vinegar not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor by cook line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler located next to exit door.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Oct 7, 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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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board across from cook line groove.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled at reach in cooler by cook line.
Jul 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 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 Nemanja Stojcevic expired on 6/28/2024, Mily Morataya expired on 7/05/24 and Amarilis Baez expired on 6/28/24.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board across from cook line groove.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled at reach in cooler by cook line.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed by preparation table across cook line.
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets near exit door in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
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 touching product inside sugar container at entrance to kitchen. Spoon was correctly stored.
Observed no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by female food employees.
Stored food not covered. Observed cut lettuce not covered while stored at reach-in cooler near exit door.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Sep 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 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 manager with vomit and diarrheal cleanup procedures via email.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainer used at hand washing sink at bar area. Coached manager on correct usage of hand washing 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 manager with employee reporting responsibilities. She had staff read and sign form.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container with no handles stored inside container of breadcrumbs. Manager removed container.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation or warewashing areas.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinking from open cup placed on preparation table at kitchen area.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing watch while cooking at cook line.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary solution at 400 ppm. Manager diluted solution to 200 ppm.
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.