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LOCURA MARINA INC

7118 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach FL 33141 · 305.397.8555

Last inspected Jan 23, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats52
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2319884
Grade history
MAY 24
OCT 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license is expired as of October 1, 2024. License was paid for during the time of the inspection.
High priority/50-17-3/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $1,120

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2019043298Jun 19, 2019Feb 5, 2020$720
1--2015051522Nov 5, 2015Apr 15, 2016$400

Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Jan 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findings
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed containers of raw fish stored over box of unwashed oranges in walk in cooler. Observed raw beef stored over bag of onions on speed rack in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw fish stored over bowl of cut onions in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 2 packs of commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish completely thawed in walk in cooler still in original packaging.
High priority/01B-13-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents above cook line soiled with dust debris.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 2 packs of commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish completely thawed in walk in cooler still in original packaging.
Basic/06-09-1
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler with rust.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
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Aug 26, 2025Inspection 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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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee in kitchen handle raw marinated steak, wiped gloves with towel and continue to engage in food preparation. Employee was coached on proper glove change procedure.
High priority/12A-09-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling lights at cook line soiled with dust debris.
Basic/36-34-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler showing rust.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Jan 23, 2025Inspection 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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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine at front counter.
Basic/22-20-5
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clean containers wet nesting near dish machine.
Basic/24-08-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of walk in cooler.
Basic/36-22-4
Food stored on floor. Observe cases of raw fish stored on floor of walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of walk in cooler.
Basic/14-69-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed speed rack in walk in cooler soiled with old food debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Dec 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nonfood-grade bags used to stored produce inside of walk in cooler. Employees removed produce from nonfood-grade bag.
High priority/14-31-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license is expired as of October 1, 2024. License was paid for during the time of the inspection.
High priority/50-17-3/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef stored over bags of onions on speed rack inside of walk in cooler. Observed container of raw fish stored over case of oranges on shelf inside of walk in cooler. Employee placed items in correct storage order.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cases of raw chicken stored over containers of RTE sauces inside of walk in cooler. Employee placed raw chicken in correct storage order.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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. Observed establishment does not have written plan for vomiting and diarrhea. Form was provided via email.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed manager certificate expired on 06/21/2024.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
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. Observed no food employee reporting agreements. Form was provided via email.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Basic/36-37-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in kitchen showing water damage.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents above cook line soiled with accumulation of dust and black mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 5 packs of reduced oxygen packaged fish not removed from packaging before thawing. Employee removed from packaging.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair inside of walk in cooler.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of squid stored on floor inside of walk in freezer. Observed cases of plastic jugs of oil stored on floor inside of dry storage area. Employees placed items off of the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Form was provided via email.
Basic/51-13-4/Warning
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic/51-18-6/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning
May 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
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. Info was sent by email.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dirty can opener with accumulation of some debris. Employee washed, rinsed and sanitized it.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed some dirty cups inside the hand sink located at the front.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed multi cleaner spray bottle no identified by a common name.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed porous ceiling.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open drink next to prep table in the kitchen. Employee moved it.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee prepping food with no hair restrain. Employee put on the hair net.
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed fish case on walk in freezer floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dirty hood filters.
Basic/23-03-4
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves are rusted.
Basic/14-17-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Dec 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap.Observed employee washing his hands with no soap. Employee washed his hands with soap.
High priority/12A-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed restaurant open and serving food with an expired license. Owner paid the license when I was conducting the inspection. Confirmation number 236041616
High priority/50-17-3/Corrected On-Site
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. Missing chart to compare chlorine sanitizer concentration.
Intermediate/16-36-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Accumulation of debris on the top of the dishwasher machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Basic/16-23-4
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Basic/36-37-5
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed fish already thawed inside the sealed bags. Employee cut all the bags.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee bottle of water on prep table.
Basic/12B-07-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees engaged in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4/Repeat Violation
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet towel used under cutting boards.
Basic/21-04-4/Repeat Violation
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing cover for light located on kitchen ceiling by the walk in cooler.
Basic/38-07-4

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.