Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach

Last inspected:

16501 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
Overview

Sandbar@Newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach has averaged 8.5 violations per inspection across 23 inspections since 2016, significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has accumulated 196 total violations with no emergency closures on record. High-priority violations have been recurring across multiple inspections, including handwashing facility deficiencies (cited in at least 5 inspections), allergen awareness failures (4 inspections), food contact surface violations (5 inspections), employee health reporting violations (3 inspections), and improper cooking temperatures (3 inspections). A 2016 fire safety violation documented the use of cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors with no hood suppression system installed. The most recent inspection on February 25, 2026 identified 15 violations (1 intermediate, 7 basic) and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
196Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 8.5 violations / inspection 8.5 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

Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Small fryer , not under hood.

Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach last inspected?
Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 25, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper sewage disposal, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach had?
Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach find?
Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach was most recently inspected on February 25, 2026 with 8 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach ever been shut down?
No, Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
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 V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?
Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.
Has Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Sandbar@newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Beach Bar at Newport Pier (2016).

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