SECRET GARDEN MIAMI RESTAURANT
4210 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach FL 33140 · 7862756434
Last inspected Mar 2, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
DEC 23
APR 24
AUG 24
AUG 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 25 points off where it started.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Info was provided.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 2, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed open container with butter for customer self serving not properly protected from contamination.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter at 65 F. Employee placed ice underneath.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test kit to check sanitizer concentration.
No monitoring of buffet/salad bar by employee trained in safe operating procedures. No employee or person in charge is monitoring the buffet area. Employee in charge came to the area.
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with chlorine sanitizer without label. Employee labeled the bottle immediately.
Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Observed disposable spoons stored in a tray completely open, in a way that are exposed to contamination.
Nov 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 28, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed self service displayed food ( peanut butter and grape jelly ) at the continental buffet area in open containers.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Aug 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate0 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed self service displayed food ( peanut butter and grape jelly ) at the continental buffet area in open containers.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter and milk left at room temperature for 2 hrs ( Milk at 49 F, butter at 56 F.). Employee returned them to the reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed some items inside one of the hand sink. Employee moved them.
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 monitoring of buffet/salad bar by employee trained in safe operating procedures. Observed no employee present while offering continental breakfast buffet.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed missing paper towel in 2 hand sink stations. Employee restocked them.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed 2 hand sink with no soap. Employee restocked the stations.
Aug 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed orange juice inside uncovered jar for customer self serving not properly protected from contamination. Employee cover the juice.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee missing the sanitizing step. Employee set up the 3 compartment sink with chlorine 50 ppm.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee unable to answer question related the required order to wash dishes. Employee was explained about the correct procedure.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 3 dirty plates inside the hand sink located by 3 compartment sink. Employee moved them to 3 compartment sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the hand sink located at the front counter area. Employee restocked the station immediately.
Jun 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing test kit to check chlorine sanitizer.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No food handler certificates for the 3 food employees working in the establishment for more than 2 months.
Apr 15, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a container inside hand sink next to 3 compartment sink. Employee moved it immediately.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Missing manager certificate.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing test kit to check chlorine sanitizer.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Missing thermometer to check cold temperatures.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No food handler certificates for the 3 food employees working in the establishment for more than 2 months.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dec 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Info was provided.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test kit to check the sanitizer concentration.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed missing paper towels in all the hand sinks.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.Missing chocking poster at the establishment. Poster was provided.
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.