South Miami — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

South Miami, Florida has 64 food establishments with 841 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 97.9%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 7.9 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Pura Vida Miami in South Miami on September 10, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

64Facilities
841Total Inspections
1Closures 2026
97.9%Pass Rate
7.9Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Pura Vida Miami 17 99 1
Akashi Japanese Restaurant 31 473 0
Casacuba Restaurant 28 404 0
Pub 52 Sports & Kitchen 29 369 0
Miyako Jap Rest 22 357 0

South Miami Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

South Miami 97.9% Pass Rate 97.9%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
South Miami 7.9 Avg Violations / Inspection 7.9
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
South Miami 1.56 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.56
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

South Miami Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Avo Miami 10 (1 high) Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Corteza by Extravaganza Group 3 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Honey Veil South Miami 6 Call Back - Extension given, pending
Honey Veil South Miami 18 (5 high) Warning Issued
Kinsu Nikkei Sushi 3 Call Back - Complied
Tokyo Tuna 5 (1 high) Call Back - Complied
Filomena`s Bean Coffee 4 (1 high) Warning Issued

South Miami Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
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

27Actions on Record
$8,750Total Fines
$324Avg Fine
$1,200Largest Fine
15Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Sep 10, 2025 Pura Vida Miami $400 1--2025060460
Dec 1, 2025 La Placita Taco Grill $400 1--2025058072
Oct 23, 2025 Casacuba Restaurant $200 1--2025064939

South Miami Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

17Fire Violations
4Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Cooking without hood suppression 17

South Miami Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. South Miami has 17 FDACS-regulated facilities with 32 inspections on record and 2 stop-sale orders issued.

17Retail Facilities
32FDACS Inspections
2Stop-Sale Orders

South Miami FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Susi-maki-pao-kitchen-315834 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…
Susi-maki-pao-kitchen-315834 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…

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South Miami FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 13
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing 5
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary 4
4-501.11 Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not 4
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all 4

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South Miami Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Pinecrest Bakery 1 3 37
CVS 1 9 882

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South Miami: Notable Restaurants

Pura Vida Miami

South Miami · Most Closures

17 inspections 99 violations 1 closures

Honey Veil South Miami

South Miami · Most Inspected

32 inspections 267 violations

Kitchen 57

South Miami · Most Inspected

31 inspections 310 violations

Akashi Japanese Restaurant

South Miami · Most Inspected

31 inspections 473 violations

Avo Miami

South Miami · Recently Inspected

19 inspections 173 violations

Corteza by Extravaganza Group

South Miami · Recently Inspected

9 inspections 48 violations

South Miami: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
La Granja 1 175 0
Haagen-dazs 1 129 0
Carrot Express 1 68 0
Pura Vida 1 99 1
Popeyes 1 116 0

South Miami Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in South Miami?
South Miami, Florida has 64 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 97.9%. The Florida state average is 86%.
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?
La Granja has the most locations in South Miami with 1 establishments.
How does South Miami compare to the Florida state average?
South Miami has a pass rate of 97.9%, which is 11.9 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 7.9 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in South Miami?
Food establishments in South Miami have an average of 13.1 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 $8,750 in fines across 27 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $324 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.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in South Miami inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. South Miami, Florida has 17 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 32 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in South Miami?
FDACS has issued 2 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in South Miami. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

In the News South Miami

South Miami Restaurants & Food Establishments (63)

Maman

5801 SUNSET DR, South Miami

5 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Nov 2025

Corteza by Extravaganza Group

5760 SUNSET DR SW, South Miami

9 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Secreto

5885 SW 73 ST UNIT 104, South Miami

3 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Playa Bowl Coral Gables

6620 SW 57 AVE BLDG E #113, South Miami

4 inspections · 22 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Konos Gelato

5885 SUNSET DR, South Miami

5 inspections · 14 violations · Last: Jul 2025

Recoveco

6000 SW 74 ST STE 1, South Miami

4 inspections · 4 violations · Last: Dec 2025

1492 Pharma Group Corp FDACS Retail

6420 SW 62nd Ave, South Miami

FDACS Retail Food · Health Food Store

Blend It Smoothies, LLC FDACS Retail

5701 SUNSET DR STE 134, South Miami

FDACS Retail Food · 137/Health Food Store w/FS

Hanna Tiger Asian Mart South Miami FDACS Retail

7025 SW 59th PL Unit 120, South Miami

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Antipasti Market FDACS Retail

6148 S Dixie Hwy, South Miami

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Barnes & Noble Booksellers # 2878 FDACS Retail

5701 SUNSET DR, South Miami

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet w/Limited Food Service

Party City #0558 Establishment #: 250698 FDACS Retail

6272 S Dixie Hwy, South Miami

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF Inspected By: GUISELLA URIBE,

Name: Ark Smoke Shop Establishment # 400494 FDACS Retail

Address: 6108 § Dixie Hwy, South Miami

FDACS Retail Food · Type: Minor Qutlet/Prepackaged/No PHF Inspected By: ARACELI HARVIE

Dbakers Sm FDACS Retail

5809 Sunset DR, South Miami

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery

The Fresh Market FDACS Retail

5850 SW 73rd ST, South Miami

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Tea & Poets FDACS Retail

5701 Sunset DR Ste 126, South Miami

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Moi Homemade FDACS Retail

7388 SW 57th Ave, South Miami

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery

Pinecrest Bakery FDACS Retail

7315 SW 57th Ave, South Miami

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery w/FS

South Miami Convenient Store INC FDACS Retail

6350 S Dixie Hwy, South Miami

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

The Salty Donut Operations LLC FDACS Retail

6022 S Dixie Hwy, South Miami

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery