PARADISE CAFE
4333 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach FL 33140 · 305.5323311
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 11 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed seven live roaches in the middle of the kitchen area crawling up a column located behind a prep table. Also observed three live roaches crawling on the floor in the dry storage.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025007486 | Feb 3, 2025 | Mar 11, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee at the cook line washing her hands with cold water, no hot water running by the line. Employee rewashed her hands after the hand sink was fixed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as a dump sink as evidence of accumulation of food residue inside.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Station was restocked.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork, cooked chicken and mashed potatoes from Monday 7/27 as per manager, without label. Employee labeled the items immediately.
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Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.Observed no water running through the hot line at the hand sink located by the cook line. Maintenance employee came and fixed. Also no hot water at the bar hand sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed. Employee coffee cup on prep table. Employee discarded it.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Establishment charging automatic gratuity/ operations charge without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill/ not visible or smaller than the letter size used for food items.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Missing at the hood.
No hot running water at prep sink. No hot water running through the line at the prep sink.
Jan 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs above cooked vegetables in the reach in cooler. Employee moved the eggs to the walk in cooler.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed old debris on can opener. Employee washed it.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using the bar hand sink as a dump sink. Employee was coached.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel left on counter.
Aug 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork sausage at 92F left on counter for approximately 1 hr as per cook. Food was reheated to 135 F.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed tray on the top of the hand sink at the cook line. Employee moved it immediately.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as a dump sink ( as evidence of boiled egg shells inside the hand sink).
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container with no handle to scoop flour.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone near food items on shelving.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed some cracked tiles on kitchen floor.
Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. Missing at the hand sink by the line.
Feb 5, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee was working with food, then cleaning, and started working with food without washing his hands.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of mold like substance on reach in cooler gaskets. Also observed accumulation of grease on most of the exterior surfaces of the kitchen equipments.
Feb 4, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee was working with food, then cleaning, and started working with food without washing his hands.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed seven live roaches in the middle of the kitchen area crawling up a column located behind a prep table. Also observed three live roaches crawling on the floor in the dry storage.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in coolers with ambient temperature of 49 F ( the one next to the cook line ); also observed reach in cooler with ambient temperature of 48 F ( in front of the cook line ) not keeping TCS food temperature.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of food debris and grease underneath and behind kitchen equipments.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed excessive accumulation of grease and food residue inside the stove oven and the regular oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of mold like substance on reach in cooler gaskets. Also observed accumulation of grease on most of the exterior surfaces of the kitchen equipments.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed accumulation of food residue inside Reach in cooler not in use located in front of the cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed accumulation of water at the bottom of the reach in cooler located in front of the cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Accumulation of grease and food residue on the walls.
Feb 3, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 25 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority6 Intermediate14 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee was working with food, then cleaning, and started working with food without washing his hands.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs above bananas in the walk in cooler. Employee inverted them.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed seven live roaches in the middle of the kitchen area crawling up a column located behind a prep table. Also observed three live roaches crawling on the floor in the dry storage.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed : sliced tomatoes (51 F - Cold Holding); roasted red pepper hummus (51 F - Cold Holding); hummus (50F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (55F - Cold Holding); half/half (54F - Cold Holding); egg whites (55F - Cold Holding); cheese pizza (49F - Cold Holding); cheddar cheese (51F - Cold Holding); steak (50F - Cold Holding); salmon (47F - Cold Holding); ham (49F - Cold Holding); turkey (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (51F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (48F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (50F - Cold Holding); shrimp (51F - Cold Holding), all the food for more than 4 hrs as per employees. Food was discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice at 51 F left outside for around 15 minutes as per employee. Employee placed it in ice bath. Also observed sliced tomatoes (51 F - Cold Holding); roasted red pepper hummus (51 F - Cold Holding); hummus (50F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (55F - Cold Holding); half/half (54F - Cold Holding); egg whites (55F - Cold Holding); cheese pizza (49F - Cold Holding); cheddar cheese (51F - Cold Holding); steak (50F - Cold Holding); salmon (47F - Cold Holding); ham (49F - Cold Holding); turkey (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (51F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (48F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (50F - Cold Holding); shrimp (51F - Cold Holding), all the food for more than 4 hrs as per employees.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed oatmeal 128 F left outside to cool down for 1 hr as per employee. Employee placed the oatmeal inside ice water bucket.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of debris on can opener. Employee cleaned it.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar hand sink with an empty pitcher inside. Employee moved it immensely.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed missing paper towel at the hand sink located in the kitchen area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at lobby bar hand sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed not hot running water at the hand sink located next to the ice machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of mold like substance inside the ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed disposable container with no handle used to scoop flour.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed grease on equipment handles
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in coolers with ambient temperature of 49 F ( the one next to the cook line ); also observed reach in cooler with ambient temperature of 48 F ( in front of the cook line ) not keeping TCS food temperature.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed seven dead roaches in the kitchen area on a shelf used to store bottles of sauce.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee disposable cup with coffee on the top of the toaster machine at the entrance of the kitchen. Employee discarded it.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of food debris and grease underneath and behind kitchen equipments.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed excessive accumulation of grease and food residue inside the stove oven and the regular oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of mold like substance on reach in cooler gaskets. Also observed accumulation of grease on most of the exterior surfaces of the kitchen equipments.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed accumulation of food residue inside Reach in cooler not in use located in front of the cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed accumulation of water at the bottom of the reach in cooler located in front of the cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Accumulation of grease and food residue on the walls.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leak underneath the hand sink located next to the oven.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel left on the prep table.
Dec 10, 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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Shelving used for clean containers with rust that has pitted the surface.
Oct 11, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Natalis Garcia working in the kitchen for more than 3 months.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Rosa Martinez, Lianet Lopez. Jennie Etienne, Ana Rivas.
Shelving used for clean containers with rust that has pitted the surface.
Oct 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched her hair and continued working. Employee was request to wash hands and change gloves.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef patty above ready to eat shredded cheese inside reach in cooler. Employee reorganized the products.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed different water connections with missing backflow preventers.
Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed expired quat and chlorine test kits to check sanitizer concentration.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed old debris on can opener. Employee wished it immediately.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Natalis Garcia working in the kitchen for more than 3 months.
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. Missing employee reporting agreement for
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Rosa Martinez, Lianet Lopez. Jennie Etienne, Ana Rivas.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink located by the kitchen entrance door. Sign was placed immediately.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed accumulation of old debris inside reach in cooler located in front of the cook line.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed ripped tin foil covering underneath prep table.
Shelving used for clean containers with rust that has pitted the surface.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed excessive accumulation of standing water inside reach in cooler located in front of the cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of grease on the wall, behind the cooking equipments.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour ( as per employee) inside a plastic container with no label. Person in charge labeled the container.
Apr 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over orange juice at walk in cooler. Operator rearranged products.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 1 raw shell egg cracked at walk in cooler. Operator discarded.
Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine and quat test strip expired on 05-23.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Employee clean it up.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed at kitchen dishwasher machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents soiled at cook line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clean container not properly air dried at shelf across from cook line.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at 3 compartment sink.
Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Observed at dishwasher next to 3 compartment machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in freezer gaskets soiled. Operator cleaned them during inspection.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed underneath 3 compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed across from 3 compartment sink.
Dec 11, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment operating with an expired license from DBPR since 10/1/2023.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server coming with dirty dishes, then handling food without washing her hands. Employee was coached about it.
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Employee washed it immediately.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink was blocked by a cart at the entrance. Employee guaranteed access moving the cart.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken without date marking. Cooked Chicken from Saturday 12/9/23.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on the kitchen ceiling.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk-in cooler not in good repair with ambient temperature of 45 F.
Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen chicken thawing at room temperature inside the prep sink. Employee placed the chicken under cold running water.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Both coolers.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed expired boiler certificates since FL 130111 exp 7/22/2023 and 124882 since 6/3/2023.
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