ORANGE BLOSSOM RESTAURANT AND BAR
2000 COLLINS AVE STE 7, Miami Beach FL 33139
Last inspected Mar 9, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed an employee putting smoke salmon in a Togo container with his bare hand.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $700
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015000535 | Dec 8, 2014 | Mar 4, 2015 | $700 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed the bar tender left the bar and scooped ice and returned.
Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. The dishwasher continue to run the machine and it reached temperature.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed milk in the hand washing sink at the bar.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought soap.
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Oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with a blue liquid not labeled by the office. The manager labeled it.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Standing water or very slow draining water mop sink.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed several cooks removing their gloves after completing tasks and then put on new gloves without washing their hands.
Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. The chef set up the triple sink to sanitize and called a technician.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. Observed the potato dicier soiled.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with a blue liquid not labeled at the kitchen entrance.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed next to the mop sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in the ware washing area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an open glass of ice water at the wait station.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed two knives between a prep table and the wall. The manager removed them.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The cook removed it.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed two missing in the prep/ ware washing area.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The bartender put them behind the bar.
Mar 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed the bartender leave the bar and returned and prepared drinks without washing his hands.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the dicing tool on the wall soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal mixing cups in the hand washing sink sink at the bar. The bartender removed them.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing.
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 two tuna filets with an internal temperature of 35°F still in the bag. The chef cut the corners.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gasket torn.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The manager put them behind the counter.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate7 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 washer touch dirty and dishes and removed clean dishes with the same gloves on.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed a cook washing his hands for approximately 7 seconds.
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 a bartender filling a water bottle in the hand washing sink at the bar.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought soap.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided via email. The operator printed it and posted it behind the bar.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed the ice bucket not inverted by the ice machine. The chef inverted it.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The chef removed it.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at he bar. The manager put the straws behind the bar.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles with liquids not labeled at the cook line.
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a can of black beans dented in the dry storage area.
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the bar dish machine chlorine sanitizer at 0.00 ppms. The manager changed the empty container of sanitizer and it is now at 100 poms.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop sink.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed yellow tail ceviche on the menu not identified as raw.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed next to the office. The manager labeled the bottle.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed next to the mop sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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 4 packs of tuna in the vacuum at an internal temperature of 35°F. defrosting in the walk-in cooler. The chef removed the fish from the vacuum.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. The manager printed the license during the inspection.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed a cup of coffee on a preparation table. The chef removed it.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a large hole in the wall at the bar.
Ice bucket stored inverted between uses. Observed the bucket upright. The chef inverted it.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the bar. The bartender moved the scoop.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. The bartender moved the straws behind the counter.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at the bar.
Aug 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 28 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
7 High priority9 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed at the bar. The manager spoke to him and he discarded the gum.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed at the cook line.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed an employee putting smoke salmon in a Togo container with his bare hand.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed at the bar.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over mushrooms in the walk-in cooler. The manager moved the mushrooms.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (52F - Cold Holding); creamer (51F - Cold Holding)at the bar. As per the manager it was put there approximately 8:00 am. The manager had more ice added to the pan to cool the items down.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop sink.
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. Form provided.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon on the breakfast menu not identified as raw. Observed yrllow tail tacos on the menu as per the manager it is raw but not identified.
Mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar.
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. Form provided and signed.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed by the mop sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in the ware washing area.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed the bartender preparing coffee while chewing gum.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gasket torn in the ware washing area. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed several small holes by the mop sink. Observed a large hole at the bar.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed above the ice machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar the manager put a sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket soiled..
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers and squeeze bottles at the cook line.
Aug 31, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory located on lunch menu, regarding "Tuna Tartare", "Yellowtail tacos" and "crispy tuna rice" all food items are served containing raw/uncooked fish.
No soap provided at handwash sink located at beverage station.
Ceiling tile missing located at kitchen area.
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