PRESIDENT HOTEL RESTAURANT
1423 COLLINS AVENUE, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 305.534.9334
Last inspected Jun 29, 2026 · 15 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
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 via email.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2026011702 | Dec 8, 2025 | Mar 19, 2026 | $160 |
Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
Jun 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Apr 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 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 dish washer touch dirty dishes and then clean dishes without changing her gloves or washing her hands.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. As per Volha Shapiatukhs is responsible for obtaining for running the restaurant and has been employed for approximately 1 year.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Dec 8, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Veronica Bustillo is the current manager and has been employed for 9 months.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Oct 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed the food handler at the buffet line drink from a cup with gloves on and continued to serve food.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed two spray bottles with toxic chemicals being stored over clean dishes and a reach in cooler containing food. The food handler moved them.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a plastic tray with dirty dishes in front of the hand washing sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Veronica Bustillo is the current manager and has been employed for 9 months.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Adriana expired.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed the food handler drinking a the buffet line.
Jun 11, 2025□ 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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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
May 13, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Volha Shapiatukha is the person in charge and doesn't have a CFM certificate.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Mar 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 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 handle dirty dishes and then handled clean dishes with the same gloves on.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed butter chip and cream cheese cups with no time marked. As per the cook breakfast started at 7:30 and she marked the time.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Volha Shapiatukha is the person in charge and doesn't have a CFM certificate.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed two half empty water bottles in the reach in cooler. The manager removed them.
Nov 25, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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/
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in the kitchen.
Nov 21, 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 Intermediate2 Basic
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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/
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. Observed the following employees Christin and Rachel.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the ice chute solid.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in the kitchen.
Sep 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate4 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 load dirty dishes and removed clean dishes from the dish machine without washing her hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter packs (67F - Cold Holding) at the front counter. As per the manager the butter packs were placed on line approximately two hours ago. The manager covered the packs in ice.
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/
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a metal pan and serving trays stacked in front of the sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen entrance. The manager brought napkins.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Observed the following employees Christin and Rachel.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the ice chute solid.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in the kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a coffee cup on top of the reach in cooler. Observed an open container with water above a prep table.
Apr 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed individual containers of cream chesse (60F - Cold Holding). As per the cook the cream cheese was on ice and she just discarded the ice. The cook put the cream cheese in the reach in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed aspirin and a spray bottle over a reach in cooler. The cook removed the items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the soda gun nozzle soiled.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen. The cook brought towels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. The cook removed it.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 3, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Oct 3, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 Demetrius Henry expired on 4/20/2923.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Aug 17, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed sausage (49F - Cooling) in the reach in cooler. As per the cook it was put there yesterday morning.
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 dish washer loading the dirty dishes and removing clean dishes without changing gloves and washing hands. The manager explained and the dish washer washed her hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed sausage (49F - Cooling) in the reach in cooler. As per the cook it was put there yesterday morning.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed; ham (77F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (77F - Cold Holding). As per the cook those items are put out at 7:30 and cooled at 10:30 when the breakfast is over.
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 via email.
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 Demetrius Henry expired on 4/20/2923.
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 via email.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed the forksat the buffet line.
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