South Miami — Food Safety Records
South Miami, Florida has 48 food establishments with 869 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 95.8%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 7.9 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Just4fun in South Miami, shut down July 24, 2026 for no warewashing facilities.
Largest fine: $400 assessed to Pura Vida Miami in South Miami on September 10, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
South Miami Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
South Miami
95.8%
Pass Rate
95.8%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
South Miami
7.9
Avg Violations / Inspection
7.9
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
South Miami
2.08
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.08
Florida Average
2.02
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.02
South Miami Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Just4fun | No warewashing facilities |
South Miami Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boiling Crab (the) | 5 | Warning Issued | |
| Rice House of Kabob | 10 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Maman | 12 (6 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chill-n Nitrogen Ice Cream | 12 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Carrot Express | 6 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Just4fun | 0 | Emergency Order Callback Complied | |
| Just4fun | 1 | Emergency order recommended | |
| Avo Miami | 21 (7 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Pura Vida Miami | 5 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Tokyo Tuna | 2 | Call Back - Complied |
South Miami Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 18,429 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 16,239 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 15,342 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 12,744 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 12,705 |
South Miami Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2025 | Pura Vida Miami | $400 | 1--2025060460 |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Casacuba Restaurant | $200 | 1--2025064939 |
| Jul 20, 2026 | Clasica Victoria | $200 | 1--2026029314 |
| Jul 15, 2026 | Avo Miami | $160 | 1--2026039152 |
South Miami Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Cooking without hood suppression | 17 |
South Miami: Notable Restaurants
Just4fun
25 inspections
119 violations
1 closures
Pura Vida Miami
18 inspections
104 violations
1 closures
Honey Veil South Miami
33 inspections
271 violations
Kitchen 57
31 inspections
310 violations
Akashi Japanese Restaurant
31 inspections
473 violations
Boiling Crab (the)
16 inspections
62 violations
South Miami: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haagen-dazs | 1 | 142 | 0 |
| Carrot Express | 1 | 74 | 0 |
| Pura Vida | 1 | 104 | 1 |
| Popeyes | 1 | 116 | 0 |
| La Granja | 1 | 175 | 0 |
South Miami Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in South Miami?
- South Miami, Florida has 48 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in South Miami?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in South Miami is 95.8%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in South Miami this year?
- 1 food establishments in South Miami have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in South Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations in South Miami are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in South Miami?
- Haagen-dazs has the most locations in South Miami with 1 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in South Miami?
- Just4fun in South Miami was shut down on July 24, 2026 for no warewashing facilities.
- How does South Miami compare to the Florida state average?
- South Miami has a pass rate of 95.8%, which is 10.1 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 7.9 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in South Miami?
- Food establishments in South Miami have an average of 18.1 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in South Miami been assessed?
- Food establishments in South Miami have been assessed $8,010 in fines across 26 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $308 and the largest single fine was $1,200.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in South Miami restaurants?
- 17 fire safety violations have been documented across 4 food establishments in South Miami. The most common issue is cooking without hood suppression.
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South Miami Restaurants & Food Establishments (48)
Just4fun 1 closure
5701 SUNSET DR #355, South Miami
25 inspections · 119 violations · Last: Jul 2026Pura Vida Miami 1 closure
6022 S DIXIE HWY C, South Miami
18 inspections · 104 violations · Last: Jul 2026Akashi Japanese Restaurant
5830 S DIXIE HWY, South Miami
31 inspections · 473 violations · Last: Dec 2025Casacuba Restaurant
5859 SW 73RD ST, South Miami
28 inspections · 404 violations · Last: Dec 2025Miyako Jap Rest
5844 SW 73 ST, South Miami
23 inspections · 378 violations · Last: Jul 2026Pub 52 Sports & Kitchen
5829 SW 73 ST STE 6, South Miami
29 inspections · 369 violations · Last: Mar 2026Kitchen 57
7301 SW 57 CT STE 100, South Miami
31 inspections · 310 violations · Last: Dec 2025Honey Veil South Miami
5748 SUNSET DR UNITS 6 & 7, South Miami
33 inspections · 271 violations · Last: Jun 2026Tokyo Tuna
5800 SW 73 ST, South Miami
26 inspections · 266 violations · Last: Jul 2026Cecile Bakery Cafe
5744 SUNSET DR, South Miami
23 inspections · 262 violations · Last: Feb 2026Deli Lane Cafe
7230 SW 59 AVE, South Miami
22 inspections · 262 violations · Last: Jul 2026Old Lisbon
5837-5843 SUNSET DR, South Miami
21 inspections · 248 violations · Last: Feb 2026Noe Sushi Bar
5958 S DIXIE HWY STE A101, South Miami
20 inspections · 220 violations · Last: Jan 2026Grape Ape
7400 SW 57 CT GROUND FLOOR, South Miami
23 inspections · 213 violations · Last: Dec 2025Sushi Sake South Miami
5829 SW 73 ST, South Miami
18 inspections · 200 violations · Last: Jun 2026Avo Miami
5958 S DIXIE HWY STE B101, South Miami
20 inspections · 194 violations · Last: Jul 2026Rice House of Kabob
5818 S DIXIE HWY, South Miami
25 inspections · 194 violations · Last: Aug 2026Shahs of Kabob
5975 72 ST UNIT 109, South Miami
22 inspections · 191 violations · Last: Dec 2025Bored Cuban
5812 SUNSET DR, South Miami
24 inspections · 187 violations · Last: Jul 2026Kinsu Nikkei Sushi
7209 SW 59 AVE, South Miami
24 inspections · 176 violations · Last: Apr 2026