How many health inspections has HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE had?

HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE ever been shut down?

No, HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE?

The most frequently cited violations at HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Approved food source.

What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?

TOXIC EXPOSURE: Improper identification, storage, or use of toxic substances creates immediate risk of chemical contamination. Unmarked spray bottles cause accidental food contamination. Improper pesticide application contaminates food preparation surfaces. Chemical fumes in food areas are absorbed by uncovered food. Employee exposure risks chemical burns and respiratory injury. All toxic substances must be: clearly and accurately labeled, stored in designated areas away from food, used only according to manufacturer instructions, applied only by certified personnel (pesticides). Never transfer chemicals to unlabeled containers. Keep chemicals in locked storage when not in active use. Maintain chemical inventory and SDS files.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE

2833 BIRD AVE, Miami, FL 33133

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE LLC · License: SEA2327950

HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE in Miami, FL has 24 inspections on record with 115 total violations (4.8 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

24Inspections

115Violations

0Closures

Data current as of April 28, 2025

Inspection History (24)

Apr 28, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 18, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 18, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

May 23, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Apr 11, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 6, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

May 10, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 2, 2023 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 5, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

Nov 19, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Aug 31, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Nov 5, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Aug 18, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Jan 7, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

Sep 13, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 13, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Sep 12, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 9, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 29, 2019 — Routine - Food· 13 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Dec 20, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 23, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 18, 2017 — Routine - Food· 17 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 14, 2017 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Oct 25, 2016 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

How Does This Facility Compare?

HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Miami-Dade County average of 0.08 closures per facility. It has averaged 4.8 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.07.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE had?: HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE ever been shut down?: No, HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE?: The most frequently cited violations at HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Approved food source.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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