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NEW WAVE BILLIARDS

1403 SW 107 AVE, Miami FL 33174 · (305)220-4790

Last inspected Nov 15, 2025 · 6 visits since January 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats38
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA2323446
Grade history
JAN 24
AUG 24
AUG 25
NOV 25
▲ GETTING WORSE

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

Worst finding on record
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed live rat on glue trap by reach in cooler at kitchen. Observed approximately 5 live roaches on glue trap behind reach in cooler across kitchen entrance.
Basic/35A-06-4
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2025082569Nov 14, 2025Dec 18, 2025$400

Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Nov 15, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 14, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation

Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling on floor behind dish machine. Observed approximately 3 live roaches behind reach in cooler across kitchen entrance.
High priority/35A-05-4
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator changed sanitizer container, retest Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm).
Intermediate/16-59-1/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at prep area. Operator cleaned the machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed live rat on glue trap by reach in cooler at kitchen. Observed approximately 5 live roaches on glue trap behind reach in cooler across kitchen entrance.
Basic/35A-06-4
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing behind reach in cooler across kitchen entrance. Observed cove molding in disrepair next beverage syrup station at kitchen.
Basic/36-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled across kitchen entrance.
Basic/22-16-4
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed cooked chicken cooked pork cooked chicharron not properly labeled with production date and time inside reach in cooler next to prep station. As per operator for less than 48 hrs.
Basic/03G-53-1
Aug 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzles soiled with mold-like substance at bar.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pitcher inside hand sink at bar. Operator removed the item.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle contraining table cleaner not labeled next to register.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Nov 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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 expired manager certification for Luis G Battle on 4/3/24.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage at kitchen.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled at kitchen.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Jan 26, 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. Provided manager with form to print.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1
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. Provided manager with form. Manager printed reviewed and signed form with employee during inspection.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottles of window cleaner and all purpose cleaner not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed above back exit door.
Basic/36-32-5
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed at mop sink.
Basic/29-09-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in front of ice machine.
Basic/36-22-4
Food stored on floor. Observed at rear kitchen, bags of frozen chicken wings stored on floor. Manager removed and placed on counter.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Basic/31B-04-4
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed silverware at back of kitchen not inverted.
Basic/24-18-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4

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.