TROPICAL LOUNGE
5101 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach FL 33140 · 305.865.1250
Last inspected Jan 26, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potato at 65 F left at ambient temperature by the cook line.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 1 commercially processed vacuumed fish fillet already thawed inside sealed bag. Fish was discarded
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside ice machine.
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 1 commercially processed vacuumed fish fillet already thawed inside sealed bag. Fish was discarded.
Food stored on floor. Observed whole tomato cardboard box on the walk in cooler floor.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed accumulation of ice buildup up inside reach in freezer located in the back area by the exit door.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork in uncovered tray inside walk in cooler.
Dec 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 17, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Missing manager certification for Luis Estrada hired for more than 2 months.
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 employee training for Livan Cano.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of grease on hood filters.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of grease and dust on the kitchen walls around the cook line.
Oct 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drank coffee from opened container and didn't wash his hands. Employee started handling food.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken above whole tomatoes inside the walk in cooler. Employee inverted them.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed cracked shell eggs together with other eggs inside walk in cooler. Employee discarded it.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potato at 65 F left at ambient temperature by the cook line.
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Missing manager certification for Luis Estrada hired for more than 2 months.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a fork inside the hand sink located at the kitchen entrance. Employee moved it out..
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine and quat test kits.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Missing probe thermometer to check temperatures.
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 employee training for Livan Cano.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice from Monday 10/13 without date.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee coffee cup next to clean bowls.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of debris on the floor, behind and underneath equipments.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of old residue inside the microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of grease on hood filters.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of grease and dust on the kitchen walls around the cook line.
Feb 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw meatballs above cooked steak inside reach in cooler. Chef inverted the food items immediately.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using the hand sink to discard ice. Employees were explained about the issue.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer to check cold food.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of debris underneath and behind equipments. Deep cleaning is needed.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop left on the side of the ice machine in direct contact with the surface. Surface is not clean and sanitized. Chef washed it and placed it in a clean container.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong stored in the hand sink. Employee sent it to warewashing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters with accumulation of grease.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed walk in cooler used as storage ( back area ) not organized.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of grease on the wall behind equipments.
Oct 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes at 79 F left outside reach in cooler for approximately 1 hr. Chef transferred the cooked potatoes to inside reach in freezer to lower the temperature quickly.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing quat test kit to check sanitizer at the 3CS located in the room behind the ice machine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towel at the hand sink located at the front bar. Employee restocked the station.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ground beef and pork cooked yesterday with no dates. Food was labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed ceramic bowl used to dispense sugar. Chef moved it immediately.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed some pots not inverted on racks. Chef inverted all of them.
Jun 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed egg plant stored inside thank you bag at walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked pasta at reach in cooler across from cook line. Operator rearranged products.
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 cook hired more than 60 days with no food handlers.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta not labeled at walk in cooler. As per operator from 2 days prior, operator labeled cooked pasta.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing bleach with no label.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled by the kitchen entrance.
Dec 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Cooked spaghettis with no date marking inside reach in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside ice machine.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Stored food not covered. Observed seasoning in plastic container without cover.
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.