OCEAN VIEW BAR & GRILL
6747 CRANDON BLVD UNIT 1, Key Biscayne FL 33149 · 786.486.9785
Last inspected Apr 22, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
JAN 24
APR 24
SEP 24
JAN 25
JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal water bottle on prep table. Employee removed and was coached.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the white chest freezers exterior rusted at kitchen area.
Screening is not 16-mesh to the inch. Observed 8 openings with no screening or protection from outside pest or vermin to enter establishment.
Jan 15, 2026Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed new added hand washing sink next to 3CS at new area blocked.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in employee bathroom.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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 addition of chest freezer units, three compartment sink, and hand washing sink at new area adjacent to bathroom. Also observed removal of three compartment sink shown on original plan and the addition of 4 fryers, 2 cook ranges, a flat grill, and hood to area shown as "counter tops" on previous approved plan.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed some water damage and parts of ceiling above kitchen area in disrepair.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal water bottle on prep table. Employee removed and was coached.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees wearing watches while preparing food.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the white chest freezers exterior rusted at kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in both reach freezers located near roll up windows.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed no light shields on lights at cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign for hws across of RIF and RIC in the kitchen side.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed mop sink pipe in disrepair.
Screening is not 16-mesh to the inch. Observed 8 openings with no screening or protection from outside pest or vermin to enter establishment.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed two wet wiping cloths on prep tables.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed two plastic containers with white substances with no label above the microwave.
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal lid on top of handwashing sink by 3 compartment sink. Operator removed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed clams thawing at room temperature, advised operator on correct procedures.
Nov 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed cleaned plates stored on shelf next to hand washing sink by back exterior door exposed to splash.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer by front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled inside reach in cooler by mop sink.
Sep 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over milk inside reach in cooler by back exit door.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scrub inside hand washing sink by 3 compartment sink. Operator removed.
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 employee Jorge Fernandez with employee health reporting agreement signed hired more than 60 days and no proof of any employee training.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing bleach with no label.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed cleaned plates stored on shelf next to hand washing sink by back exterior door exposed to splash.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer by front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled inside reach in cooler by mop sink.
Apr 5, 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
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board at prep station.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed near reach in freezer wall.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jan 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Ice buildup in stand up reach-in freezer.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives.
Jan 24, 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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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Dec 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Paper towel used as a food-contact surface.
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.