MAIN KITCHEN / EMPLOYEE CAFETERIA
4525 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach FL 33140 · 305-531-0000
Last inspected Apr 24, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 36 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
In-use utensil stored in 71 degrees Fahrenheit. Employee placed on stove to reach temperature.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine ( right side of the room) with chlorine sanitizer concentration 0 ppm. Person in charge called Ecolab technician and shut off the machine, and started using the one located on the left side of the room.
Apr 16, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine ( right side of the room) with chlorine sanitizer concentration 0 ppm. Person in charge called Ecolab technician and shut off the machine, and started using the one located on the left side of the room.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed plates inside the dishwasher ( on the right from entrance ) machine with chlorine sanitizer concentration 0 ppm. Person in charge called Ecolab technician and shut off the machine and started using the one located on the left side of the room.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp above cooked chicken inside walk in cooler.
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed missing sneeze guard for fruit salad in a tray, for cream cheese in open containers.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Interior bar counter hand sink. Employee restocked the station.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Person in charge filled it out immediately.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed apples, strawberries, pears are offered at the buffet for self serving without protection.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a bracelet when prepping food.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stocked on clean containers on shelves.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at the interior bar area, underneath the counter.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leak from dishmachine pipe ( the one located on the left side of the room).
Nov 10, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Due to dishwasher not reaching proper temperatures, clean food equipment is not sanitized properly. Operator will set up three compartment sink to sanitize food contact dishes and equipments.
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed dishwasher reached 129F. 3rd cycle per monitor wash temp. 129F and final rinse 129F.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting clean food pans in ware wash area.
Oct 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Due to dishwasher not reaching proper temperatures, clean food equipment is not sanitized properly. Operator will set up three compartment sink to sanitize food contact dishes and equipments.
In-use utensil stored in 71 degrees Fahrenheit. Employee placed on stove to reach temperature.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding). Per employee peeped at 8:30am. Chef discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding). Per employee prepped at 8:30am. Chef discarded.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no soapy at the handwash sink near coffee station
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no food thermometer in kitchen area. Chef was able to bring one and calibrated.
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed dishwasher reached 129°F. 3rd cycle per monitor wash temp. 129°F and final rinse 129°F.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting clean food pans in ware wash area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean food containers stored in ware wash shelves.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at the handwash sink in ware washing area.
Mar 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tomato bisque at 112 f at the line. As per employee for no more than 4 hrs. Employee reheated the food to 175 f.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a dirty plate inside hand sink at the coffee station. Employees were coached about the issue.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper dispenser without batteries at coffee station, ware washing area and by the cook line.
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 ROP tuna and sea bass already thawed inside sealed bag. Food products were discarded.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on prep table. Employee discarded it immediately.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed excessive accumulation of standing water inside reach in cooler at the cook line. Maintenance employee came to fix it.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leak underneath hand sink at the ware washing area.
Oct 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed 2 containers of cilantro rice with date marked 10/1 inside walk in cooler 6, main kitchen. Food was discarded immediately.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added without backflow preventers in each side.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at the coffee station with papers inside. Person in charge discarded all the papers.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water, water temperature of 74 F. Container with utensils were moved to the flat top to heat up the water.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed at the speed rack by 3CS kitchen area.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed very slow draining at the hand sink located at the 3CS main kitchen.
Water leaking onto floor surface. Observed a leak from the ceiling at the hallway through the walk in cooler pastry area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Employee placed it inside sanitizer solution quart 200 ppm.
Mar 19, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 2 packs of commercially processed Ahi Tuna no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package located at reach in cooler drawers at cook line. Employee discarded Ahi Tuna.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed missing backflow preventer on splitter at mop sink.
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse temperature at manifold exceeds 194 degrees Fahrenheit.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles at pastry storage area not smooth.
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 cooler at cook line at 54 F. Items were moved to walk in freezer for rapid cooling. Manager called technician to fix unit.
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 Ahi Tuna no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package located at reach in cooler drawers at cook line. Employee discarded Ahi Tuna.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in disrepair at pastry storage area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at hand wash sink in pastry storage area.
Mar 15, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 2 packs of commercially processed Ahi Tuna no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package located at reach in cooler drawers at cook line. Employee discarded Ahi Tuna.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked salmon (48 F - Cold Holding); raw beef (49 F - Cold Holding, cut lettuce (58 F- Cold Holding ). As per employee, for 1 hour. Items were moved to walk in freezer for rapid cooling.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed missing backflow preventer on splitter at mop sink.
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse temperature at manifold exceeds 194 degrees Fahrenheit.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles at pastry storage area not smooth.
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 cooler at cook line at 54 F. Items were moved to walk in freezer for rapid cooling. Manager called technician to fix unit.
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 Ahi Tuna no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package located at reach in cooler drawers at cook line. Employee discarded Ahi Tuna.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed missing faucet handle at mop sink and at hand wash sink near 3 compartment sink.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor at dish ware area and at cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in disrepair at pastry storage area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice at server station.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing light shield at pastry storage area and at prep area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at hand wash sink in pastry storage area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of table at prep area. Employee stored towel in solution bucket.
Dec 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs above cooked pork. Chef inverted the food items on the rack.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed items inside the hand sink located at the coffee station. All items were moved.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Certified Manager not present vat the time of the inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside ice machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in kitchen and ware washing area. Observed property is in the process to changed all the porous ceiling tiles.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed missing handle at the mop sink.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven handle. Chef moved it.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at the Prep area in front of the walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked chicken thawing in standing water. Chef sent the food to the reach in cooler immediately.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels left on the coffee station counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed garlic powder and powder sugar in plastic containers without labels. Employee labeled the food containers.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only.
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