Area 79th Lounge & Grille in Miami

Last inspected:

646 Ne 79 St, Miami, FL 33138
Overview

Swagat Indian Kitchen in Miami has experienced severe and escalating food safety compliance problems across its 26-inspection record. The facility averaged 9.7 violations per inspection, nearly double Florida's statewide average of 5.2, with a total of 253 violations documented. High-priority violations have been pervasive and recurrent: allergen awareness failures appeared in both of the two most recent inspections (January 29 and 30, 2026); proper cooking temperature violations were cited in four of the last six inspections; food contact surface violations appeared in six inspections spanning from November 2024 through January 2026; employee health policy violations were documented in at least three inspections; and time-as-control violations were cited in four inspections within the past year. Chemical storage violations, parasite destruction failures, and management awareness deficiencies have also been documented repeatedly across the inspection history. The most recent inspection on January 30, 2026 was a complaint-driven full inspection that cited 18 violations and resulted in a call back with extension given pending compliance verification.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

28Inspections
256Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Area 79th Lounge & Grille in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 9.1 violations / inspection 9.1 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

Area 79th Lounge & Grille in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)

— 4 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections28 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections19 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections63 violations · 44 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 1 inspection9 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Area 79th Lounge & Grille in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Area 79th Lounge & Grille in Miami last inspected?
Area 79th Lounge & Grille in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Area 79th Lounge & Grille in Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at Area 79th Lounge & Grille in Miami are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Employee health policy.
How many health inspections has Area 79th Lounge & Grille in Miami had?
Area 79th Lounge & Grille in Miami has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Area 79th Lounge & Grille in Miami find?
Area 79th Lounge & Grille in Miami was most recently inspected on June 2, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Area 79th Lounge & Grille in Miami ever been shut down?
No, Area 79th Lounge & Grille in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?
Violation 51 (Premises clean) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/51.

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