RAO'S MIAMI BEACH
1601 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 305-604-1601
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 11 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener and blade soiled.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed broken tiles and a hole in the wall by the employee restroom and walk in cooler/ freezer.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the ice scoop on top of the ice machine. The chef removed it.
Dec 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.
Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without written procedures approved by the division. Observed raw meat balls being fried to an internal temperature of 79°F. As per the chef they are fried to make a hard shell and the cooled to 41°F with in less than 4 hours. Form provided vial email.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Jul 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed by the cooling sink. The chef brought paper.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a few missing tiles on the wall next to cooling sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler fan guard soiled.
Mar 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed several small holes in the wall above the ice machine closer to the walk-in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed in the mop bucket by the walk-in cooler.
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed the filter expired in 08-24.
Dec 10, 2024□ 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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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Next to pasta station.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In front of walk-in cooler located next to office.
Oct 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine reaching a temp of 141F.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a trash can in front of handwashing sink located at fry station. Chef removed immediately.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Located next to ladder by the back door.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Next to pasta station.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In front of walk-in cooler located next to office.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk-in freezer.
Jul 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed several ice wands on the floor in the walk-in freezer. The manager removed the items and took them to be washed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Mar 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over ham in the second walk-in cooler. The chef removed the shrimp and put in a separate cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed lobster meat (46F - Cold Holding);
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed lobster meat (46F - Cold Holding);
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the soda gun nozzle soiled at the bar. The chef cleaned the nozzles.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The chef brought towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The chef brought soap.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed by the employee restroom.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed in the reach in cooler by the second walk-in cooler. The chef removed the containers.
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the soda guns nozzles soiled at the bar.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen side entrance. The chef brought towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen side entrance. The chef brought soap.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided printed and displayed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at the preparation area. The chef removed the towels.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Sep 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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