Joshs Deli in Surfside

Last inspected:

9517 Harding Ave, Surfside, FL 33154
Overview

Josh's Deli in Surfside has accumulated 145 violations across 21 inspections since 2022, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. A disciplinary action resulting in $520 in fines was issued. High-priority violations have been persistent, including parasite destruction, chemical storage, hand washing, and employee health policy violations cited repeatedly across multiple inspections. The most recent inspection on December 8, 2025 documented 15 violations including high-priority findings for parasite destruction, chemical storage, and consumer advisory issues, and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation—an escalation above routine warning or call-back dispositions.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

21Inspections
145Violations
0Closures
$520in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Joshs Deli in Surfside: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 6.9 violations / inspection 6.9 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

Joshs Deli in Surfside: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $520.00

Disciplinary action history for Joshs Deli in Surfside
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2026011656 $520.00 Dec 8, 2025 Tampa

Joshs Deli in Surfside: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)

— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Joshs Deli in Surfside: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Joshs Deli in Surfside last inspected?
Joshs Deli in Surfside was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 8, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Joshs Deli in Surfside?
The most frequently cited violations at Joshs Deli in Surfside are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Joshs Deli in Surfside had?
Joshs Deli in Surfside has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Joshs Deli in Surfside find?
Joshs Deli in Surfside was most recently inspected on December 8, 2025 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
Has Joshs Deli in Surfside ever been shut down?
No, Joshs Deli in Surfside has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
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 V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has Joshs Deli in Surfside faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Joshs Deli in Surfside has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $520.00 in fines.
How much has Joshs Deli in Surfside been fined?
Joshs Deli in Surfside has been fined a total of $520.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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