Pura Vida Miami in South Miami

Last inspected:

6022 S Dixie Hwy C, South Miami, FL 33143

Part of: Pura Vida Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Pura Vida Miami in South Miami has been emergency-closed once, on August 11, 2025, for fly activity. The facility has accumulated 99 violations across 17 inspections, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited repeatedly, including hand washing violations in 4 separate inspections, improper cooking temperatures in 3 inspections, and improper chemical storage in at least one inspection. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Following the August 2025 emergency closure, an August 12 callback inspection found 8 violations and resulted in "Emergency Order Callback Not Complied," though a second callback the same day documented 6 violations and compliance status. The most recent inspection on January 28, 2026 resulted in 12 basic violations and an "Inspection Completed - No Further Action" disposition.

Most recent closure: August 11, 2025 for fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

17Inspections
99Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Pura Vida Miami in South Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 5.8 violations / inspection 5.8 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Pura Vida Miami in South Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Pura Vida Miami in South Miami
DateReasonReopened
Fly activity 14:16:00

Pura Vida Miami in South Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Pura Vida Miami in South Miami
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2025060460 $400.00 Aug 11, 2025 Miami (Doral)

Pura Vida Miami in South Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)

— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 8 inspections32 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections22 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Pura Vida Miami in South Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pura Vida Miami in South Miami under active enforcement?
Records show 3 emergency order inspections between August 11, 2025 and August 12, 2025. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
When was Pura Vida Miami in South Miami last inspected?
Pura Vida Miami in South Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 28, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Pura Vida Miami in South Miami last shut down?
Pura Vida Miami in South Miami was last shut down on August 11, 2025 for fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Pura Vida Miami in South Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at Pura Vida Miami in South Miami are: Premises clean, Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal.
How many health inspections has Pura Vida Miami in South Miami had?
Pura Vida Miami in South Miami has had 17 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Pura Vida Miami in South Miami find?
Pura Vida Miami in South Miami was most recently inspected on January 28, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Pura Vida Miami in South Miami ever been shut down?
Yes, Pura Vida Miami in South Miami has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
Has Pura Vida Miami in South Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Pura Vida Miami in South Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Pura Vida Miami in South Miami been fined?
Pura Vida Miami in South Miami has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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