Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka
Last inspected:
800 Ali Baba Ave Unit B, Opa-locka, FL 33054Marina's Restaurant in Opa-Locka has averaged 7.5 violations per inspection across 26 inspections since 2016, significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Proper hand washing violations were cited in 13 of the 26 inspections, and employee health policy violations appeared in 8 inspections, indicating systemic issues with staff hygiene and illness protocols. Consumer advisory violations were also recurring, cited in at least 7 inspections. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. A disciplinary action resulted in $640 in fines. A fire safety violation was documented on August 16, 2019, for a propane tank larger than the permitted 2.7 lb. water capacity stored inside the building. The most recent inspection on October 15, 2025 resulted in 24 violations (4 intermediate, 7 basic) with a disposition of Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
7.5
violations / inspection
7.5 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
Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $640.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015010274 | $640.00 | Jan 26, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed propane tank next to the reach in cooler by the front kitchen door.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections36 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka last inspected?
- Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka?
- The most frequently cited violations at Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka had?
- Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka find?
- Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka was most recently inspected on April 8, 2026 with 9 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka ever been shut down?
- No, Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- 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.
- Has Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $640.00 in fines.
- How much has Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka been fined?
- Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka has been fined a total of $640.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Marinas Restaurant in Opa-locka operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: American Dreams Restaurant Cop (2019).
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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.
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