RAY’S HOMETOWN BAR MIAMI , FL
2727 INDIAN CREEK DR, Miami Beach FL 33140 · 305-531-2727
Last inspected Mar 18, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs above raw oyster inside walk in cooler. Employee inverted them immediately.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 18, 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
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw fish above cooked pork already portioned. Manager inverted them.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of grease inside the oven.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing at the ware washing area.
Nov 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed expired quat test kit on site. Manager ordered a new one.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cab opener with accumulation of old debris.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No certified manager in the establishment.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at the hand sink located near the ice machine. Station was restocked.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. For all food handler employees.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of dust on ceiling vents at the ware washing area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed unisex bathroom with trash container without lid.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching the sugar. Person in charge removed the scoop out of the container.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing at the bar area.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizing solution bucket on the floor. Person in charge moved it immediately.
Dec 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cabbage at 48 F ( as per person in charge for less than 4 hrs). Food item was placed inside reach in freezer for rapid cooling.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towel at the bar hand sink.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed missing consumer advisory on printed menu. Consumer advisory is posted on the Bar. Operator started reprinting the menu.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of grease underneath the equipments.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven handle.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed RIC drawers with accumulation of grease. RIC is located underneath the grill.
Aug 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken above cooked precooked chicken inside drawer cooler. Person in charge inverted the storage order.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No measuring device for high temp dishwasher machine..
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical product inside spray bottle without label. Person in charge labeled the product.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Unisex restroom without cover on trash container.
Equipment gasket in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair ( bar cooler, second floor).
Food stored on floor. Observed ice bags and fruit purée on walk in freezer floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Restroom first floor dining area.
Stored food not covered. Observed uncover sugar in plastic container. Person in charge placed the lid on it.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar ( as per person in charge ) in a plastic container with no label. Person in charge label the container.
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put gloves on without washing hands to start handling cooked rice. Manager coached the employee, employee washed his hands correctly.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags with no date marked of the last day sold.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No device to check temperature for high temp sanitizer.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees Gil Borenshlein, Bernard Jenner, Ivonne, and Jeancarlos Arevalo with food handlers certificate expired.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach in cooler in disrepair.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled underneath dishwasher machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed tahini container stored on floor next to reach in freezer. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fans soiled.
Nov 29, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed plastic broken lid use to cover spring mix inside food container.
Nov 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed thunnus app used for ceviche. Operator received the letter while we were conducting the inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs above raw oyster inside walk in cooler. Employee inverted them immediately.
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. Missing date on multiples shellfish tags.
Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment is using ROP machine to package cooked food like lamb, beef, short ribs.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed some mold like substance inside the ice machine located on the bar, second floor.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container used to dispense sugar. Person in charge removed the container immediately.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed plastic broken lid use to cover spring mix inside food container.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed a leak underneath the high temp dishmachine.
Stored food not covered. Observed tostones inside a container without cover. Employee covered the food.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed establishment is conducting ROP for cooked food without approved HACCP from the Division.
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