Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach
Last inspected:
1756 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach has accumulated 208 violations across 28 inspections since 2017, averaging 7.4 violations per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Food contact surfaces, clean multi-use utensils, and proper cooking temperatures are the most frequently cited violations. Recent inspections from 2022 through 2025 show a pattern of warnings followed by callback visits, with inspectors recommending administrative complaints on four separate occasions.
Most recent closure: November 24, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Maxine's Bistro & Bar 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
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 08:19:00 |
Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015052262 | $400.00 | Dec 24, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (15 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach last inspected?
- Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 31, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- When was Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach last shut down?
- Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach was last shut down on November 24, 2015 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach had?
- Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach has had 29 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 Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach find?
- Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach was most recently inspected on March 31, 2026 with 17 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- Has Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach been fined?
- Maxine's Bistro & Bar in Miami Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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