TASTY BEACH CAFE
4041 ROYAL PALM AVE, Miami Beach FL 33140 · 305-673-5483
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 26 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed veggie bacon (68F - Cold Holding) set on the side of the cook line,left at ambient temperature for about 2 hours. Chef placed the veggie bacon inside ice bath immediately.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board located in the top of the refrigerator unit next to the ice machine.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing a towel inside the hand sink on the 3rd floor.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing on the 3rd floor.
Establishment charging automatic gratuity/ operations charge without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill/ not visible or smaller than the letter size used for food items.Establishment is charging 18% gratuity included without disclosing on the menu.
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Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed plastic lid broken. Lid was discarded.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed on the kitchen.
Feb 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pizza dough inside carry out market plastic bag. Employee replaced the bag for ziplock bag.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server picking up dirty plates and then, plating food without handwashing in between. Server washed hands immediately.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed veggie bacon (68F - Cold Holding) set on the side of the cook line,left at ambient temperature for about 2 hours. Chef placed the veggie bacon inside ice bath immediately.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at the hand sink on the 3rd floor. Employee restocked it.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of food debris underneath shelving on second and third floor.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked container used to store peppers. Also broken plastic lid used to cover the pooled eggs.
Food stored on floor. Observed potatoes on cardboard box on the floor inside the kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer located on the 3rd floor.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils inside standing water 79 F by the cook line.
Sep 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 3 eggs with broken shells stored inside the refrigerator. Eggs were discarded.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washed his hands inside the 3 compartment sink because no soap at the hand sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap was restocked.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed 1 tile missing on 3rd floor.
Door in poor repair. Observed at the employee bathroom door.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape to repair freezer door.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside reach in freezer located at the coffee station.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed freezer on 3rd floor exposed to insulation.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. All the wall that goes from second floor to third floor.
Jan 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink station located on 3rd floor. Manager restocked it.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed 1 missing ceiling tile at the prep area located on 3rd floor.
Door in poor repair. Observed employee door with a hole.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage next to food containers in the kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets with old residue on.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed excessive accumulation of old ice cream residue inside reach in freezer.
Stored food not covered. Observed open butter block no wrapped to be protected inside reach in cooler in the kitchen. Employee wrapped them.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed plastic spoons with food contact surface up at the front counter. Employee inverted them.
Jul 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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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. Observed expired certificate for Eleida Hernandez since May 2023.
Ceiling tile missing. Missing riling tile on 3 rd floor food area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed some holes on the ceiling that never were sealed when the hood was installed.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed measuring dispenser handle touching the peanut protein inside the container.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water ( spoon, scoop ) at barista station. Employee discarded the water.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go food round pans boxes stored on the floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed brown sugar and baking soda ( as per chef ) in plastic containers with no labels to identify the products by the common name.
Mar 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed some holes on the ceiling never sealed after the installation of the hood system.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Jan 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
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Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed servers handling dirty dishes and then, serving food without hand washing in between.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed American cheese (53 F - Cold Holding) on the top of other food containers in the cooler. As per employee for approximately for 1 hr. Employee placed the cheese container directly in the reach in cooler.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed cooked potatoes left at ambient temperature to cool down, cooked potatoes were at 110 F. Employee placed the cooked potatoes inside the reach in cooler immediately.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dirty Can opener and cutting board. Manager sent them to 3 compartment sink.
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. Missing food handlers for employees hired for more than 2 months: Patric Gibbs, Jackson Politesse, Jimmy Munguia,.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed some holes on the ceiling never sealed after the installation of the hood system.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of debris behind the equipments second and third floor.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed multiple plastic cracked lids used to cover food containers.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed excessive ice build up inside reach in freezer located on the second floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed clean knives in between back of the cooler and table in the kitchen. Employee moved and washed them.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of debris on the top of reach in freezers located on the third floor.
Reach-in cooler / reach in freezers interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers. And freezers with accumulation of debris ( second floor).
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Accumulation of debris on the wall third floor.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Oct 4, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation without beard guard.
Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Cooler used for vegetables on the second floor.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall with mold like substance by the 3 compartment sink.
Jul 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed shell eggs above guacamole inside reach in cooler in the kitchen. Employee changed the storage order.
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. Observed some missing reporting agreement for some employees. Manager provided them with the form and employees signed them.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed missing inspection report for ice machine water filter.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation without beard guard.
Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Cooler used for vegetables on the second floor.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bag of bread on the floor.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked lid used to cover liquid eggs and cracked container used for egg whites. Also observed multiples empty food containers in the same condition.
In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Observed 2 knives stored in sanitizer in between uses. Employee discarded the water.
Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen. Observed at the kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall with mold like substance by the 3 compartment sink.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket on the floor. Employee moved them to the shelves.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
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