Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine in Miami Beach

Last inspected:

423 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Overview

Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine in Miami Beach has recorded 25 inspections with 195 total violations since 2016, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection—significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations were cited across multiple inspections, including proper hand and arm washing violations appearing in at least 5 separate inspections, chemical storage violations in 6 inspections, and time-as-a-control-measure violations in 4 inspections. Additional recurring concerns included parasite destruction protocols and food contact surface sanitation. The most recent inspection on August 8, 2025 documented 33 violations, including high-priority findings for employee health reporting, parasite destruction, time as a control measure, consumer advisory requirements, and chemical storage, with the inspection completed and no further action required at that time.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
195Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine in Miami Beach: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 7.8 violations / inspection 7.8 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine in Miami Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine in Miami Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine in Miami Beach last inspected?
Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine in Miami Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 8, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine in Miami Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine in Miami Beach are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine in Miami Beach had?
Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine in Miami Beach has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine in Miami Beach find?
Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine in Miami Beach was most recently inspected on August 8, 2025 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine in Miami Beach ever been shut down?
No, Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine in Miami Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.

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