SUNNYSIDE
232 5TH ST, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 786-508-9425
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink, no vacuum breaker.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed a time of inspection, five employees working without a certified food manager present. Manager arrived during inspection.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter at front counter next to coffee machine missing service date.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter soiled with slime like substance.
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Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach next to dishwasher at front counter. An employee discarded dead roach and cleans the area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach in cooler at cook line torn and in poor condition.
Food stored on floor. Observed at storage area, a case of bananas and a case of fry oil stored on the floor.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils at Cook line left in standing water at 112F less than one hour, employee increased temperature.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed in reach in cooler at cook line across from flattop griddle no ambient thermometer in cooling unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at walk-in cooler fan covers soiled with mold like substance.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink mop not hung to dry properly.
May 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the dishwasher machine in the kitchen at 0.00 chlorine Pom's. After priming it a few times it is now at 50 chlorine poms.
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 dishwasher touch dirty dishes then touched clean dishes without washing his hands.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two plastic squeeze bottles one with a yellow liquid the other pink not labeled.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of eggs on the walk in cooler floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets soiled at the coffee station. Observed the walk in cooler fan guard soiled.
Oct 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed tomatoes at walk in cooler..
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink next dishwasher at warewashing area. Employee provided paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink next to dishwasher at warewashing area. Employee provided soap.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dishwasher not sanitizing correctly with a reading of 0ppm. Employee change sanitizer bucket, dishwasher now reads 50ppm.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at cook line reach in cooler torn.
May 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and tiles soiled throughout kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler near the walk in cooler.
Dec 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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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 no certificate for Claudia Castellani hired more than 60 days ago.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing by walk in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board by juice station groove.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled by reach in cooler located next to 3 compartment sink.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed Shelves rushed at reach in cooler next to 3 compartment sink.
Jul 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handsink by preparation area. Employee replenished paper towel.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed maduros thawing in sink with no running water. Instructed employee on proper way.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed ice machine missing door leaving ice unprotected from contamination.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over cooked potatoes at walk-in cooler.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink at front counter.
Observed no paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at warewashing area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine door in disrepair and reach-in coolers gaskets in disrepair at warewashing and cookline area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover at walk-in cooler soiled.
Observed ceiling tile missing at warewashing area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Mar 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed ice machine missing door leaving ice unprotected from contamination.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over sweet potatoes and vegetables in walk in cooler.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen and ceiling soiled in walk in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine door in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover in walk in cooler soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Nov 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed ice machine missing door leaving ice unprotected from contamination.
Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed bottles of soda stored in drink ice in front server station.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over sweet potatoes and vegetables in walk in cooler.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed bottles of soda stored in drink ice in front server station.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beets (58F - Cold Holding); boiled eggs (60F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (56F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (61F - Cold Holding) all cold holding at front service station.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed steak (90F - Hot Holding); chicken (117F - Hot Holding) all holding at kitchen cook line. Observed ground beef (132F - Hot Holding); chicken (116F - Hot Holding); white rice (112F - Hot Holding); spinach rice (108F - Hot Holding) all hot holding at front service station. Educated operator on proper hot holding. Operator placed items to reheat.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed coffee cup stored in hand sink in front service station.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Luis Escocia no manager certificate.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl no handle stored in sugar container.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen and ceiling soiled in walk in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine door in disrepair.
Light not functioning. Observed in kitchen area near warewashing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover in walk in cooler soiled.
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at vegetable reach in cooler at front server station.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed operator thawing meat in standing water in back kitchen prep area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
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.