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SUGAR FACTORY

507 ESPANOLA WAY, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 305-789-2766

Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 7 visits since June 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats50
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2338078
Grade history
JAN 25
APR 25
MAY 25
NOV 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the license expired on 10-01-2025.
High priority/50-17-3
Badges — 1 earned
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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Jul 10, 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
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Return visit Jul 10, 2026 · Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Time Extended
Apr 8, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands.
High priority/12A-17-4
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
High priority/14-31-5
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
High priority/41-10-4
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Adonis has been employed for approximately 5 years.
Intermediate/53A-01-7
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in the men's restroom.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Oleksandr has been working for approximately two years.
Intermediate/53B-02-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Basic/24-05-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Basic/02D-01-5
Nov 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the license expired on 10-01-2025.
High priority/50-17-3
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the soda gun nozzle soiled at the bar.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation
May 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the soda gun nozzle soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Observed a reach in cooler gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Apr 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority8 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef patties over steaks at the cook line. The cook moved the items to the correct order.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
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 6 salmon filets still in the vacuum with an internal temperature if 41°F. still in the vacuum.
High priority/01B-13-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese cake (55F - Cold Holding); Tiramisu ) at the front counter. As per the manager the dessert ps were put in the front line display case appropriately 2 hours ago and moved them to another cooler to cool the items down.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the soda gun nozzle soiled at the bar.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed three metal cups in the handwashing sink at the bar. The manager removed them.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided via email. The manager printed it displayed in the dining room.
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed a the bar entrance.
Intermediate/27-16-4
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 6 salmon filets still in the vacuum with an internal temperature if 41°F. still in the vacuum.
Basic/06-09-1
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the upright reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Basic/14-11-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind the upright refrigerator and freezer.
Basic/36-73-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed two ice cream scoops in water with a temperature of 79°F. The manager poured out the water.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in the storage and prep room. The chef removed it.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Form provided via email.
Basic/51-13-4/Corrective Action Taken
Jan 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over desserts in an upright cooler in the back room. The chef moved the eggs to the bottom shelf.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the soda gun nozzles soiled at the bar. The person in charge cleaned the nozzles.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a strainer, lemons and a cup in the hand washing sink at the bar. The person in charge removed the items.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The person in charge brought soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with a pink liquid. The chef labeled it degreaser.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at the bar. The maintenance man installed a chain during the inspection.
Basic/51-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed three large plastic containers of cooking oil on the floor. The chef put the containers on s shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice bucket stored not inverted between uses. The chef inverted the buckets.
Basic/10-14-5/Corrected On-Site
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed in the kitchen. The chef removed the bottle.
Basic/12B-13-4
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The person in charge moved the straws behind the bar.
Basic/25-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Jun 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
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. Provided manager with vomit and diarrheal cleanup via email.
Intermediate/11-27-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at ware washing area and bar area.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed cold holding reach-in drawer gasket in disrepair at kitchen area.
Basic/14-11-5
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided manager with choking poster via email.
Basic/51-13-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gasket soiled at kitchen area near perlick sink and AC vent soiled at kitchen area.
Basic/23-03-4

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.