Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach

Last inspected:

121 5 St Cu 3, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Overview

Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach has been emergency-closed once, on October 24, 2018, for flies. Over 24 inspections spanning from 2022 to October 2025, the facility accumulated 168 violations, averaging 7.0 per inspection — significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring: employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 5 inspections, hand washing violations in at least 4 inspections, time-as-control violations in at least 3 inspections, and food contact surface violations in at least 4 inspections. The facility has been subject to 2 disciplinary actions totaling $750 in fines. A portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone on July 1, 2021. The most recent inspection on October 13, 2025 found 15 violations — among the highest on record — with documented violations for employee health reporting, time as control, shell stock requirements, and food in good condition, yet the inspection was completed with no further action.

Most recent closure: October 24, 2018 for flies.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
168Violations
1Closures
1Fire
$750in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 7 violations / inspection 7 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

Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach
DateReasonReopened
Flies 16:24:00

Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $750.00

Disciplinary action history for Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2018055496 $400.00 Oct 24, 2018 Miami (Doral)
1--2015040772 $350.00 Aug 5, 2015 Tampa

Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Located on shelving near front door where coconuts are located.

Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections5 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 7 inspections46 violations · 33 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach last inspected?
Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 13, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach last shut down?
Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach was last shut down on October 24, 2018 for flies. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach had?
Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach find?
Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach was most recently inspected on October 13, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 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.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
Has Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $750.00 in fines.
How much has Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach been fined?
Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach has been fined a total of $750.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Redhead South Beach in Miami Beach operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Cafe South Beach (2021).

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