LOVETT SAND BAR & KITCHEN
6752 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach FL 33141 · 305-970-7147
Last inspected Jun 3, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections within 25 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed container of cut tomatoes stored inside of 2 door reach in cooler with mold-like growth.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with old food debris.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling in second floor near stairway.
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.
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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. Observed reach in freezer door broken. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler at cook line in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed 3 plastic jugs of oil stored on floor inside kitchen. Operator placed jugs of oil on counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed speed rack in walk in cooler soiled with old food debris.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves in walk in cooler soiled with old food debris.
May 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and raw burger patties stored over cooked chicken on speed rack in walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with old food debris.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. Manager provided paper towels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken stored on speed rack in walk in cooler not date marked. As per manager, cooked chicken was prepared 3 days prior.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent above entrance of cook line soiled with black mold-like substance.
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. Observed reach in freezer door broken. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler at cook line in disrepair.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed person in kitchen engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed ceiling tiles floor in walk in cooler soiled with broken glass and old food debris.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employee hand wash sign in men's restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed speed rack in walk in cooler soiled with old food debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck on clean containers on shelf above 3 compartment sink.
Jan 5, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. Owner provided paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in kitchen.
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 some food handlers certificates are expired for Urpiana Koklonis and Lamiaa Boukoumjih.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black mold-like substance.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing beside hood system at cook line.
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed exterior door near restrooms has a gap beneath door.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of white chest freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled with dust debris.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler with rust.
Oct 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. Owner provided paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in kitchen.
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 some food handlers certificates are expired for Urpiana Koklonis and Lamiaa Boukoumjih.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black mold-like substance.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing beside hood system at cook line.
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed exterior door near restrooms has a gap beneath door.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor inside of walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed pot of meatballs stored on floor in walk in cooler. Owner placed meatballs on prep table.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of white chest freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled with dust debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label stuck on clean container on shelf above 3 compartment sink.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves in walk in cooler soiled with old food debris.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler with rust.
Feb 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator provided soap.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold-like substance in ice machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic jug of oil stored on floor near reach in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler soiled with old food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of double door reach in cooler and shelves soiled with old food debris.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler rusted.
Nov 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice buckets stored on floor near ice machine. Operator placed buckets off of floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at reach in cooler soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Jul 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
May 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed container of cut tomatoes stored inside of 2 door reach in cooler with mold-like growth.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef over ready to eat sauce on speed rack inside of walk in cooler. Operator placed items in correct order.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed container of Chili and container of Baked Beans marked in 2 door reach in cooler for more than 7 days.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed container of Chili and container of Baked Beans marked in 2 door reach in cooler for more than 7 days. Observed 6 packs of Salmon and 12 packs of Mahi Mahi in commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged not removed from packaging.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris.
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. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen and bar. Operator provided paper towels.
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 2 employees currently operating at establishment with no proof of any training. Susan Sapino, Calvin Campbell.
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. Observed establishment is conducting reduce oxygen packaging for ribs and raw chicken. Operator was provided Special Process Waiver to fill out and submit.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles with degreaser and sanitizer with no label. Employee provided labels for spray bottles.
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 6 packs of Salmon and 12 packs of Mahi Mahi in commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged not removed from packaging.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken gaskets inside of 2 door reach in cooler near walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 containers with potatoes stored on the floor inside of walk in cooler.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice buckets stored on floor in front of ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ceiling of walk in cooler with black mold like substance.
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.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside of mop sink. Employee hung mop to dry properly.
Jan 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By dishwasher machine
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink, and hand washing sink at bar area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Grease Nader cooking equipments and food debris inside walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Inside man restroom
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris inside reach in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves.
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.