PURA VIDA MIAMI
6022 S DIXIE HWY C, South Miami FL 33143 · 305.535.4142
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 14 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 live flies in mop sink area; no food contact. Observed 4 live flies in smoothie area on wall; no food contact.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025060460 | Aug 11, 2025 | Sep 10, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jul 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed over 400 ppm at triple sink. Operator diluted solution, final reading 400 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed smoked salmon above cream cheese in walk in cooler. Operator had employee correct order.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed yogurt and chia pudding missing address of location.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen.
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Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt with no label. Operator corrected during inspection.
Jan 28, 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
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside ice machine next to walk in cooler.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled at time of inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket across ovens in reach in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water on floor at front counter. Operator corrected during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket at front counter. Operator had associate wipe out at time of inspection.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area.
Aug 12, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no breaker for splitter.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in warewash area; light shield cracked.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area.
Aug 12, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found observed 2 live flies at mop sink on single service boxes. Observed 2 live flies under shelf in warewash. Observed 3 live flies on wall and reach in freezer outside of walk in cooler. Observed 5 live flies at front counter flying around smoothie making station and on wall. Observed 2 live flies above prep cooler in kitchen area. Observed 3 live flies at front counter under service window. Observed 2 live flies under prep table across warewash area.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no breaker for splitter.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in warewash area; light shield cracked.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area.
Aug 11, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found observed 2 live flies at mop sink on single service boxes. Observed 2 live flies under shelf in warewash. Observed 3 live flies on wall and reach in freezer outside of walk in cooler. Observed 5 live flies at front counter flying around smoothie making station and on wall. Observed 2 live flies above prep cooler in kitchen area. Observed 3 live flies at front counter under service window. Observed 2 live flies under prep table across warewash area.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw tuna not in original package over turkey bacon. Operator changed order.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no breaker for splitter.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed cup in warewash area above dishes. Operator segregated.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in warewash area; light shield cracked.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on containers in warewash area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area.
May 13, 2025□ 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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Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. Inspector provided form to operator for correction.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area.
Mar 17, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. Inspector provided form to operator for correction.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area.
Mar 14, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 live flies in mop sink area; no food contact. Observed 4 live flies in smoothie area on wall; no food contact.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. Inspector provided form to operator for correction.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area.
Mar 13, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 live flies in mop sink area; no food contact. Observed 4 live flies in smoothie area on wall; no food contact.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. Inspector provided form to operator for correction.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area.
Mar 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 live flies in mop sink area; no food contact. Observed 4 live flies in smoothie area on wall; no food contact.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to verbally calibrate thermometer; inspector went over process.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed coffee cup in warewash area.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. Inspector provided form to operator for correction.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in kitchen area.
Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open at time of inspection.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area.
Nov 18, 2024Inspection 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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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink next to walk in cooler. Operator provided.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed approximately 75+ seats, when establishment is licensed for 28 seats.
Food stored on floor. Observed at office/dry storage area, 2 boxes of bananas stored on the floor. Operator removed and stored on upper shelf.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed at salad prep station reach in cooler in a container of kale. Operator removed and stored up right.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink. Operator removed and stored correctly.
May 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employees clean the gloves with a towel and then touching cheese, vegetables, and wrap.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed salmon stored on top vegetables inside reach in cooler. Employee removed and stored it properly..
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed Also observed raw tuna stored over cooked eggs. At walk in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed tuna in Individual packages bearing label inside vacuum package inside walk in cooler. Employee removed the tuna from the packages.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed over 80 seats and the license has 28 approved.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow moving water on handwashing sink at preparation area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop on floor next to mop sink. Employee stored mop to dry properly.
Apr 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee cleaned the gloves with a towel and then touched the tuna salad at preparation area. Operator was informed that the gloves can not be cleaned with a dirty towel.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw turkey bacon stored over raw tuna at reach in freezer. Operator relocated the tuna.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.nAt three compartment sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink not accessible at preparation area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed above 80 setting and the license has 28 seat.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed the utensil.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed utensil handle touching the kale at reach in cooler drawers. Operator removed the handle.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. At preparation area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service not stored inverted at salad station. Operator inverted the single service articles.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Nov 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil inside of water at 79°F.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shells eggs stored over cooked chicken at walk in cooler. Operator relocated the shells eggs to the bottom part.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed the employees at preparation table use gloves and cleaned those with a towel and continuing to work with ready to eat food.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of three compartment sink.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket stored between clean containers at shelves under preparation table.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located next to reach in cooler.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed above 80 setting and the license has 28 seat.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed utensil handle touching the cooked veggies at steam table. Operator removed the handle.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front counter.
Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Observed single service spoons for customer self service not properly protected at front counter. Operator removed the spoon.
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.