MAXINE'S BISTRO & BAR
1756 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 305.674.1160
Last inspected Jun 1, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015052262 | Dec 24, 2015 | Dec 30, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 1, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment offers poached eggs on menu undercooked. Products not identified and linked to consumer advisory. Discussed with manger.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed on approved plans garden dining. A portion of the area was converted to a bar with hand sink,ice bin and preparation table. No plan review submitted and approved. Discussed with manager and provided plan review application with instructions via email.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at the drink station.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back exit door near stairs.
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Observed interior ice machine soiled with black substance.
Mar 31, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed the dishwasher touched dirty dishes and the touched clean dishes without washing his hand.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham (51F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at preparation sink. As per employee, less than 2 hours. Observed raw beef (61F - Cold Holding) at 2 door reach in cooler next to pizza oven. As per employee, for 2 hours. Employee placed product inside other unit.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed grill scraper stored in hand sink at cook line. Manager removed items.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment offers poached eggs on menu undercooked. Products not identified and linked to consumer advisory. Discussed with manger.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed on approved plans garden dining. A portion of the area was converted to a bar with hand sink,ice bin and preparation table. No plan review submitted and approved. Discussed with manager and provided plan review application with instructions via email.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal container stored inside green sauce. Manager removed item.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at the drink station.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back exit door near stairs.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of sauce on floor at walk in cooler.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored in soiled ice machine. Manager stored properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. The cook removed it.
Observed ice buckets not inverted. Manager inverted items.
Observed interior ice machine soiled with black substance.
Observed pizza peel stored on soiled oven. The manager put a stainless steel tray under it.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed ham thawing in standing water at preparation sink. Observed case of raw chicken thawing at room temperature near walk in cooler. Manager placed products inside cooler.
Very slow draining water in handwash sink at bar.
Dec 9, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed a bar outside with a speed well, prep table, shelving and a hand sink.
Oct 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over buns in the upright cooler next to the freezer. The manager moved the buns to the top shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. Observed the soda gun nozzle soiled.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed a bar outside with a speed well, prep table, shelving and a hand sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container of rice.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed the pizze peel on top of the oven.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed several utensils in water with a temperature of 91°F. The chef put it on the stove to heat it up.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
May 15, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed a bar outside with a speed well, prep table, shelving and a hand sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed several reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Mar 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed a dish washer come from the outside and put on gloves without washing his hands. Observed a cook finish preparing an order removed his gloves and later put on new gloves without washing his hands.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 11 Mahi-mahi filets still in the vacuum with an internal temperature 40°F.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a cook rinse out a cloth towel in a hand washing sinks and.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed a bar outside with a speed well, prep table, shelving and a hand sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
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 11 Mahi-mahi filets still in the vacuum with an internal temperature 40°F.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a coffee cup on a prep table over food and a water bottle on a cutting board. The chef removed the items.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed several reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed a large plastic container with cooking oil on the floor. The chef put it on a shelf.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the outside bar. The manager put up a sign.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bars. The manager put the straws behind the counter.
Nov 21, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed a bar outside with two speed wells and no hand sink or running water.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the inside bar. The manager removed it.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in the front walking cooler.
Sep 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a can of grape jelly dented. The chef discarded it.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed the bartender come from the outside and use a cup with no handle scoop ice without washing her hands.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed a bar outside with two speed wells and no hand sink or running water.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container with spice. The manager removed it.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
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 a package with white fish defrosting in a reach in cooler with an internal temperature of 36°F. The cook opened the bag.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed the bartender using a cup to scoop the ice.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the inside bar. The manager removed it.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in the front walking cooler.
Mar 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a can of pizza sauce and a can of black olives in the dry storage area.
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed liquid eggs over orange juice and half and half in the reach in cooler. The chef moved the items to the correct location.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed beef patties over fish at the cook line. The chef moved the beef to the bottom shelf.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed the dishwasher put dirty dishes in the dish machine and remove the clean dishes with same gloves.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal pad and fruit in the hand wash sink at the bar in the lobby.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the dish machine uses chlorine and the chef only had quaternary test strips.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at the soda rack.
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 15 packages of Mahi- mahi still in the vacuum with an internal temperature of 34°F. The chef opened the bags.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a water bottle on a preparation table.The chef threw out the bottle.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed the lobby bar hand sink faucet handles just spin no water.
Jul 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed at the cook line. The chef had the cook wash his hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee use the sink to rinse of a serving tray.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed a quaternary test kit and the dish machine uses chlorine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at all restrooms.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed throughout the cook line. The chef wrapped the top plate on each stack.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container of flour. The cook inverted the scoop.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed the pizza peel on top of the oven. The chef put a clean metal tray under the peel.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the drink station and bar. The chef moved the straws behind the bar.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 4 large containers with different products not labeled. The chef labeled the containers.
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.