SOUTH BEACH CAFETERIA & REST
1511 WASHINGTON AVE, Miami Beach FL 33139
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
5 inspections trending up, 22 points better than 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. Form provided via email.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris in the sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the restroom.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter and restroom.
Cracked hand wash sink in the restroom.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The bartender brought soap.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with a purple liquid. As per the bartender its Fabulouso. The bartender labeled it.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in the unisex restroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Establishment uses chlorine as a sanitizer, quaternary testing strips provided.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed two whole fish in a shopping bag in the chest freezer.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in the restroom.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter. The food handler brought soap.
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 the following food handlers certification expired; Gisela and Ninet.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with a purple liquid not labeled.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in the unisex restroom.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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. Form provided via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in the unisex restroom.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Form provided via email.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
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.