PURA VIDA MIAMI
5570 N MILITARY TRL BAY 402, Boca Raton FL 33496 · 305-535-4142
Last inspected Jan 21, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach inside of bottom door hinge of not in use 1 door reach in cooler at far left cook line. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized Observed 1 live roach on ground in ware washing area directly to the right of cook line. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023058960 | Oct 9, 2023 | Nov 6, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine heated at 0ppm. Instructed operator on replacing sanitizer. Primed and retested at 100ppm
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line hand wash sink. Operator refilled
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing purple substance at bar area not labeled. Operator labeled
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at prep area hand wash sink. Plumbing in disrepair. Operator turned on water and provided hot water
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Back of house employee restroom door left open. Operator closed
Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water valve at prep area hand wash sink leaking
Jul 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. Raw mahi commercially processed ROP not removed from packaging.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at ware washing hand wash sink, operator replaced with pump soap
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Back of house employee restroom door left open. Operator closed.
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. Raw mahi commercially processed ROP not removed from packaging. See Stop Sale
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at 3 door stainless next to ice machine
Oct 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 10, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tested at 0ppm. Sanitizer low, no dish machine sanitizer to replace. Operator set up triple sink at 400ppm quat
Oct 9, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tested at 0ppm. Sanitizer low, no dish machine sanitizer to replace. Operator set up triple sink at 400ppm quat
Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat raw animal food in a freezer, such as hamburgers, steak and sushi covered under a consumer advisory. Not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored above smoked salmon in 3 door reach in freezer, operator reorganized
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach inside of bottom door hinge of not in use 1 door reach in cooler at far left cook line. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized Observed 1 live roach on ground in ware washing area directly to the right of cook line. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Expo line:; butter (68F - Cold Holding). Per operator butter is placed on expo line for two hours then discarded. No written plan for tphc, or items time marked. Operator states butter has been out for 1 hour. Discussed TPHC, and provided written procedure to operator
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. grits (127F - Hot Holding); oatmeal (117°F-130°F - Hot Holding); sausage (103°F-114°F - Hot Holding) in cook line steam table. Operator states items were reheated on stove and then moved to steam table for hot holding. Items have been in steam table less than 2 hours, operator reheated to 165°F+
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Multiple Chemicals stored in speed well at bar. Operator removed
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in dry storage/office area
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 6 dead roaches on ground at far left side cook line in front of 1 door reach in cooler. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed on cook line. Operator removed
Jul 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store ice scoop. Manager removed scoop
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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.