PURA VIDA MIAMI
959 W AVE UNIT 8-10, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 305.535.4142
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 14 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed quinoa (44F - Cold Holding) inside reach inside reach in cooler by front counter.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers at prep area, wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in reach in cooler at cook line torn.
Establishment charging automatic gratuity without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill. Establishment not presenting charges on menu.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter, coffee station, ice, scoop handle, touching ice, and ice bucket employer removed ice handle from touching ice.
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Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop at prep area not hung to dry..
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wiping cloths throughout front counter and kitchen area, not stored in sanitizer solution.
Jun 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed kitchen manager unable to answer minimum cooking temperature of fish.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice discarded inside hand sink front counter by coffee station.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at prep area back kitchen. Employee provided.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine by near office.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents dusty By ware washing area and prep area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket not inverted by ice machine.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed all bathrooms.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn by coffee station and prep area cook line.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on top of prep area near tray of cooked salmon. Employee removed and stored properly.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Employee stored properly.
Jan 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 917 ARTHUR GODFREY RD, Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the front area.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket on the floor. Employee moved it to a shelf.
Aug 7, 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 cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed quinoa (44F - Cold Holding) inside reach inside reach in cooler by front counter.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed HWS by preparation area blocked by a rack.
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.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed by dishwasher machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside walk in cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking below dishwasher machine.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jul 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 917 ARTHUR GODFREY RD, Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed porous ceiling at the front prep area
Ceiling tile missing. Observed 1 missing ceiling tile inside employee restroom.
Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed gaskets in disrepair ( cooler located next to the oven ).
Jan 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 917 ARTHUR GODFREY RD, Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Probe thermometer with no battery.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.Observed porous ceiling at the front prep area.
Dec 17, 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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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed Ceiling tiles soiled throughout dishwasher area. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen area.
Dec 17, 2024Inspection 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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Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxes of bottles of water not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at walk in cooler.
Oct 4, 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 Intermediate2 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. Observed Jenrry Perreira And Flora Melle with no food handler certificate.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed Ceiling tiles soiled throughout dishwasher area. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed Walls soiled throughout the dishwasher area.
Jul 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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 Jenrry Perreira And Flora Melle with no food handler certificate.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed Ceiling tiles missing by dishwasher area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed Ceiling tiles soiled throughout dishwasher area. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handsink located next to preparation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed Walls soiled throughout the dishwasher area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout the preparation table.
Jul 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 917 ARTHUR GODFREY RD, Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth, with porous at the front prep area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Missing drain plug in one of the dumpsters.
Jan 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 917 ARTHUR GODFREY RD, Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the front prep area.
Sep 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 917 ARTHUR GODFREY RD, Miami Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at the front prep area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed missing drain plug at dumpsters.
Aug 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Observed three compartment sink quaternary solution at 500ppm. Employee diluted solution to 150-200ppm.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter at mop sink faucet missing vacuum breakers.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed 82F at hand washing sink at employees bathroom. Run 5 minutes.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin near office.
Covered waste receptacle not provided at bathroom used by female employees.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing watches and bracelets throughout food handling areas.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no hair restraint on employee handling eggs at preparation area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed garlic scoop handle touching product at walk-in cooler. Manager removed spoon.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary solution at sanitizing buckets at 400ppm. Employees refilled containers with correct solution concentration of 150-200ppm.
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.