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MEAT BAR

1009 KANE CONCOURS IS, Bal Harbour FL 33154 · 9547449655

Last inspected Jun 15, 2026 · 8 visits since March 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats149
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2323870
Grade history
JUN 24
DEC 24
MAY 25
DEC 25
JUN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef on shelf in walk in cooler. Chef placed items in correct storage order.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $160

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2019058077Nov 4, 2019Jan 15, 2020$160

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jun 15, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
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 no proof of any training for all employees.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 11, 2026 · Observed no proof of any training for all employees. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 15, 2026 · Observed no proof of any training for all employees. Admin Complaint
Jun 15, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over case of water bottles in walk in cooler. Chef placed raw shell eggs in correct order.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef on shelf in walk in cooler. Chef placed items in correct storage order.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of manager or person in charge with food manager certificate.
Intermediate/53A-01-7
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/ Observed 4 or more employees engaged in food preparation with no certified manager present.
Intermediate/53A-05-6
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 no proof of any training for all staff.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of potatoes stored on floor near walk in cooler. Chef placed bag on shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife in between equipment at cook line. Employee removed knife.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed stainless steel wall behind grill station soiled with grease.
Basic/36-27-5
Feb 11, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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 no proof of any training for all employees.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 11, 2026 · Observed no proof of any training for all employees. Time Extended
Dec 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
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 no proof of any training for all employees.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink near walk in cooler. Employee provided soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Operator provided cover for waste receptacle.
Basic/32-12-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint. Employees provided hair restraints.
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic jugs of oil stored on floor in storage room. Employees placed plastic jugs of oil off of ground.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in coolers at cook line soiled with old food debris.
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.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
May 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near walk in cooler. Employee provided paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-6/Repeat Violation
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint at cook line engaged in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of vinegar stored on floor in front of walk in cooler. Employee placed plastic bottles on shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle at cook line. Employee removed tongs.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils at cook line stored in standing water at 81 F. Operator removed utensils from water.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler with rust.
Basic/14-17-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed vinegar stored in spray bottle at cook line with no label. Operator labeled spray bottle.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over margarine inside of walk in cooler. Chef placed items in correct storage order.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
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/ Observed 5 employees engaged in food preparation with no certified food manager present. Certified food manager arrived during the time of the inspection.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink at entrance of kitchen. Chef provided paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink near entrance of kitchen. Chef provided soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5
Food stored on floor. Observed container of soup stored in floor inside of walk in cooler. Operator placed container on shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of chest freezer at front counter.
Basic/14-69-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Jun 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near walk in cooler. Manager provided paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle in salad station. Manager removed tongs.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash signs in both men's and women's restroom. Manager provided hand wash signs at restrooms.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled with dust. Manager cleaned fan guards during the time of the inspection.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Dishwasher machine soiled.
Basic/16-03-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic container without handle inside flour.
Basic/14-01-5
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Hood filters soiled
Basic/36-68-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach cooler gasket soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of the preparation table. Chef put it inside the sanitizer bucket solution.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site

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