PURA VIDA MIAMI
1940 ALTON RD, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 305.331.7303
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 22 points better than where it started.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Turkey Bacon (53F - Cold Holding). As per manager, product came from another refrigeration unit.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed a cook touch his phone and changed his gloves without washing them.
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 touch dirty dishes and then clean dishes without washing his hands.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a food handler rinsing equipment in the hand washing sink at the front counter.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
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Ice bucket stored not inverted between uses. The manager inverted it.
Jan 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 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 dishwasher handle dirty dishes then handle clean dishes without washing his hands.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed the ice bucket not inverted the manager inverted it.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed in front of the ovens.
Aug 21, 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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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed two boxes of fruit in front of the sink. The manager moved the boxes.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed the ice buckets not inverted. The manager inverted the buckets.
Employee eating while preparing food. The manager had her remove her gloves and wash her hands and out on clean gloves.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed two broken wall tiles by the dish machine and employee restroom.
Jan 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted by preparation area. Employee inverted plates.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at kitchen preparation area.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed box with avocado not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor by reach in freezer. Employee removed it.
Sep 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Throughout the kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Located at smoothie preparation area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 112F. Manager increased the temperature of hot holding unit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located smoothie preparation area.
Sep 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 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 cooked chicken at (55F - Cooling). As per chef, more than 6 hours.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked rice at 55F cold holding and cooked quinoa (51F - Cold Holding) for more a than 6 hours. Observed cooked chicken at 55F cooling. As per chef, more than 6 hours. Both observed at reach-in coolers near ware washing machine.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice at (55F - Cold Holding) and cooked quinoa (51F - Cold Holding). As per chef, more than 6 hours.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensils in handwashing sink located at ware washing area. Employee removed utensils.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located at ware washing area.
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 cooler next to ware washing area not cooling properly.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Throughout the kitchen area.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed several employees, wearing watches at food preparation area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Located at ware washing area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Located at smoothie preparation area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 112F. Manager increased the temperature of hot holding unit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located smoothie preparation area.
Jul 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled by preparation area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed Cutting Board at preparation table.
Observed spatula between wall and handsink next to dishwasher machine.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Jun 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cutting boards on reach-in coolers at kitchen area.
Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Observed at spoons inside wicker basket at entrance to kitchen.
Mar 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cutting boards at reach-in coolers at kitchen area.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees with watches and bracelets engaging with food throughout the kitchen.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoops handle touching bananas chunks and raspberries at smooth station cooling drawers. Staff removed scoops.
Observed Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning located at dish washing area.
Jan 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate9 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 cooked salmon (56F - Cold Holding) and sweet potatoes (56F - Cooling) in reach in cooler at kitchen. As per manager cooked the night before.
Observed Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet located across from 3 compartment sink at dish washing area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked salmon (56F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at kitchen. As per manager cooked the night before.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Manager did not know how to calibrate thermometer, coached manager on proper method.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates and bowls no stored inverted at storage area near ware washing area
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed in preparation table at kitchen.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees with watches and bracelets engaging with food throughout the kitchen.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed container with handle inside of fruit at smooth station.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in hand sink near the preparation tank at kitchen.
Observed Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning located at dish washing area.
Observed Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses throughout the kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles in preparation at kitchen with no label.
Nov 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority0 Intermediate9 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 Sweet potatoes (54F - Cooling). As per manager, day before.
Observed vacuum breaker missing at mop sink splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Sweet potatoes (54F - Cooling). As per manager, day before.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Turkey Bacon (53F - Cold Holding). As per manager, product came from another refrigeration unit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Turkey Bacon (53F - Cold Holding). As per manager, product came from another refrigeration unit.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored above clean plastic containers at ware washing area.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom used by staff with no self closing door.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates and bowls no stored inverted at storage area near ware washing area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing watch and bracelet at coffee station.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at reach-in cooler near coffee machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed water spray nozzle soiled at smoothie station sink.
Observed covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom used by staff.
Observed hole in ceiling near bathroom used by staff.
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 reduced oxygen packaged cook chicken with no production time and date, used in less than 48 hrs.
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.