REEF KITCHENS
1671 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 765-772-6769
Last inspected Apr 28, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the license expired on 10-01-2025.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 28, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Feb 26, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed the cook finished a task remove gloves and put on new gloves without washing his hands.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the license expired on 10-01-2025.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed beef over potatoes in the reach in cooler by the kitchen entrance. The cook moved the potatoes to a higher shelf.
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. Observed tuna still the vacuum sealed bag with an internal temperature of 42°F.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a large plastic container in the hand washing sink at the kitchen entrance.
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. Observed food handler Marcus certified has expired and has been working for more than 60 days.
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 still the vacuum sealed bag with an internal temperature of 42°F.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed two knives between two reach in coolers at the cook line. The cook removed them.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Sep 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed the cook put on gloves without washing her hands.
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 the cook use her cell phone with gloves on and continued to prepare food.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed the cook rinse her gloves in the hand sink and dry them.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cleaning equipment blocking the hand washing sink downstairs by the first walk- in cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at the bottom of the stairs
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed the walls around the staircase soiled
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed Jurisdiction numbers 123351, 123350 both expired on 09-07-2025
May 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen entrance.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at the bottom of the stairs.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed at the kitchen entrance.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed the walls around the staircase soiled.
Mar 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed the chef touch a wet wipping cloth and then put on gloves without washing her hands.
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw shell eggs over Diet Coke cans in the walk-in cooler.
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. Observed two tuna filets still in the vacuum with an internal temperature of 41°F.
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 butter packs (53F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler down stairs. The chef had no idea they were in there and discarded the butter packs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter packs (53F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler down stairs. The chef had no idea they were in there and discarded the butter packs.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed the following employee's CFM Junia St Fleur expired on 09-24-2024.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the dish machine uses chlorine to sanitize only test kit available is for sink and surface cleaner and sanitizer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen entrance.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
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 two tuna filets still in the vacuum with an internal temperature of 41°F.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at the bottom of the stairs.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of cooking oil on the floor by the upright freezer.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed at the kitchen entrance.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the hand sink between the reach in coolers.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at the kitchen entrance.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed the walls around the staircase soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Aug 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in the two door upright cooler at the kitchen entrance. The manager moved the chicken to the bottom shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a piece of equipment with a bag over it in front of the hand washing sink downstairs by the walk-in coolers.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed spicy tuna on the menu. As per the chef the tuna is served raw.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen entrance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a small plastic bowl in a container of granola. The cook removed it.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a laptop on a cutting board. As per the manager that preparation cooler is not in use.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed the triple sink set up from right to left soap and sanitizer, middle soap and sanitizer and left empty. The manager set up the sink in the proper order and explained the dish washer is new.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two pair of tongs in the oven door. The manager removed it.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed two spatulas in a water temperature of 129°F. The manager turned up the heat.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed the upright reach in cooler by the kitchen entrance.
Walk-in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in the beverage cooler.
Mar 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee with long fingernails working with exposed food, single-service items or clean equipment and utensils.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a large picec of equipment blocking the hand washing sink by the walk-in cooler.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the cook using a prep two compartment sink to wash and sanitize dishes no rinse.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed spicy tuna on the menu as per the manager it is served raw.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the ware washing area.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed the cook using a prep two compartment sink to wash and sanitize dishes no rinse
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Oct 4, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed 123351, 123350 All expired on 8/24/2023.
Sep 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a Hobart mixer in front of the sink by the walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed at the cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets torn by the walk-in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets soiled by the walk-in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at the bottom of the stairs.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed 123351, 123350 All expired on 8/24/2023.
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