PURA VIDA MIAMI
8400 NW 53 ST UNIT F108, Doral FL 33166 · 305.535.4142
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled at preparation area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled by dry storage area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed 38 pounds of salmon vacuum sealed inside Walk in cooler. As per Operator Salmon is received inside a container with ice, but not frozen.
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 38 pounds of salmon vacuum sealed inside Walk in cooler. As per Operator Salmon is received inside a container with ice, but not frozen.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed 38 pounds of salmon vacuum sealed inside Walk in cooler. As per Operator Salmon is received inside a container with ice, but not frozen. Also observed 12 pounds of cooked Salmon from the same vacuumed seal package in Food Establishment.
Bathroom waste receptacle not constructed of easily cleanable material. Observed in both restrooms.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed water stuck between containers on shelf over three compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed bottles from floor.
Sep 5, 2025Inspection 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 failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee changing gloves without washing hands. Operator and employees were trained on proper hand washing techniques. Employee washed hands before putting new gloves.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed water stoked between plastic containers stored on shelf over three compartment sink. Operator stored containers in order to be dried.
Food stored on floor. Observed fruit containers stored on Walk in freezer floor. Operator removed containers from floor.
Feb 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Chlorine Test Kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing station in back kitchen. Operator provided paper towel.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on front counter.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on shelf over three compartment sink.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed liquid eggs plastic container stored on Walk in freezer floor. Operator removed container from floor.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle touching cut lettuce in reach in cooler inside kitchen. Operator stored scoop handle correctly
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed plantains under Insect control device in back kitchen. Operator removed Insect control device.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in front counter. Operator cleaned gaskets.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) inside kitchen. Operator reset bucket and observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200ppm).
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed Salt container unlabeled in back kitchen. Operator labeled container.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed extinguisher in recharge zone located by kitchen back entrance.
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plastic containers on shelf over three compartment sink. Operator stored containers upside down.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed inside both restrooms.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed inside kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal speaker on prep table inside back kitchen. Operator removed speaker.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic avocado oil stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside Walk in freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between prep table and reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator removed knife.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed device over plantain boxes in back kitchen. Operator removed device.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets under oven in kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. Operator stored towels inside bucket with sanitizer.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil container unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled container.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed extinguisher in recharge area by kitchen back entrance.
Apr 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 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. Observed employee touching wet towel and pants and touching clean plates without changing gloves and washing hands. Employee was trained by Inspector how to wash hands properly. Employee changed gloves and washed hands.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed food boxes and plastic containers blocking access to hand washing sink. Operator removed all items.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw tuna tartare not identified as raw item on printed and online menus
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in both unisex bathrooms
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all cutting boards throughout kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal speaker on prep table by kitchen area. Employee removed item.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter..operator removed scoop.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between reach in cooler and prep table inside kitchen. Employee removed knife
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle touching cut lettuce inside reach in cooler in kitchen.operator stored scoop correctly
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) inside kitchen. Operator changed sanitizer solution and observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200ppm).
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed extinguisher in recharge zone located by rear door exit
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 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 employee handling dirty dishes and touching clean plates without washing hands.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spry bottle with sanitizer not labeled inside kitchen. Operator labeled it.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside salt container on shelf inside kitchen. Operator removed cup.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed inside both restrooms.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside Walk in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 110°F inside kitchen. Operator started to reheat water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled Walk in cooler gaskets.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored by kitchen back entrance. Operator stored mop correctly.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on prep table inside kitchen. Operator stored towel inside bucket with sanitizer.
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