Happy Wine in West Miami

Last inspected:

5792 Sw 8 Street, West Miami, FL 33144
Overview

Happy Wine in West Miami has averaged 6.6 violations per inspection across 19 inspections since 2016, moderately above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. Employee health reporting violations have been cited in at least 8 of the recent 6 inspections, representing the most persistent compliance issue. High-priority violations including management awareness, consumer advisory, approved food sources, proper handwashing, and allergen awareness have appeared repeatedly. A fire safety violation was documented on May 7, 2024, when a propane tank larger than permitted capacity was found inside the building. The most recent inspection on December 22, 2025 identified 3 violations—all related to employee health reporting—and resulted in a call back extension pending compliance.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
139Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Happy Wine in West Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 6.3 violations / inspection 6.3 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.71 violations / inspection 6.71 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Happy Wine in West Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed a LP tank next to the three compartment sink.

Happy Wine in West Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

— 5 inspections32 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

Happy Wine in West Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Happy Wine in West Miami last inspected?
Happy Wine in West Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Happy Wine in West Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at Happy Wine in West Miami are: Food contact surfaces, Approved food source, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Happy Wine in West Miami had?
Happy Wine in West Miami has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Happy Wine in West Miami find?
Happy Wine in West Miami was most recently inspected on May 13, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Happy Wine in West Miami ever been shut down?
No, Happy Wine in West Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
Has Happy Wine in West Miami had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Happy Wine in West Miami has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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