PELICAN CAFE & RESTAURANT
826 OCEAN DR, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 305.673.3373
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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MAY 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed a cambro container with a moldy mash potato inside walk in cooler. Opera discarded at time of inspection.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015019070 | Apr 28, 2015 | May 13, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Observed a package with 8 frozen salmon with no label.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed a cambro container with a moldy mash potato inside walk in cooler. Opera discarded at time of inspection.
Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat raw animal food, such as hamburgers, steak and sushi covered under a consumer advisory. Observed a container of oyster next to a container tiramisu at reach in cooler next to vacuum packed machine. Operator removed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed a container of bolognese labeled from 5/1/26. Operator discarded at time of inspection.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at three compartment sink.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Observed oysters with no tag at reach in cooler next to vacuum sealed machine. Coached operator that needs to maintain a copy of the tag with oysters.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ observed Food Manager Certification expired 10/20/25.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand was sink located at bar area. Operator replaced.
Observed establishment conducting reduced oxygen packaging on salmon without an approved HACCP plan.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on top of prep table.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water less than 135F.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at all reach in coolers inside kitchen area.
Observed ladle stored on equipment door handle. Operator removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a bag of frozen salmon inside walk in cooler being thawed improperly inside ROP bag. Coached operator.Operator removed from bag.
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed pooled eggs stored over butter inside reach in cooler at cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (49F - Cold Holding); pooled eggs (54F - Cold Holding) filled over the designated fill line inside reach in cooler by kitchen entrance, as per chef for approximately 1 hour prior.
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 to operator via email.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal rack with croissants stored in front of cook line HWS.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed throughout kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers on floor by WIF.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside WIC.
Jan 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta held more than 24 hours not properly date marked at reach in cooler by kitchen.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted stored at above reach in cooler at kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation table at kitchen.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container of oil not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at dry storage area. Employee removed it from floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed burgers thawing at room temperature, instructed employee on proper method.
Sep 17, 2024Call 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
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. At the time of the inspection manager on duty does not have certificate.
Sep 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee partake in multiple task without changing glove at cook line. Instructed employee on proper procedures.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 8 bags of octopus, 2 bags of salmon and 4 bags of chicken stored in walk in cooler vacuumed sealed without a HACCP plan help for more than 48 hours.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. At the time of the inspection manager on duty does not have certificate.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed the establishment serves eggs, steak, tuna tartare beef carpaccio, and oyster not identified on menu.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking from a cup at cook line while preparing food.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxes of French fries not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor in walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover soiled at walk in cooler.
Stored food not covered. Observed marinara sauce not covered at walk in cooler.
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 8 bags of octopus, 2 bags of salmon and 4 bags of chicken stored in walk in cooler vacuumed sealed without a HACCP plan with no production time held for more than 48 hours
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed 8 bags of octopus, 2 bags of salmon and 4 bags of chicken stored in walk in cooler vacuumed sealed without a HACCP plan held for more than 48 hours
Feb 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At bar
Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator has some food handlers certifications that are serve safe only, they agreed to remove these certifications and replace the, with safe staff that they use for their other employees
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar
Nov 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Operator removed item between equipment.
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.