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.

20Inspections
126Violations
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 6.7 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

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 (20)

— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— 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 April 14, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
What are the most common violations at Happy Wine in West Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at Happy Wine in West Miami are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Happy Wine in West Miami had?
Happy Wine in West Miami has had 20 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 April 14, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
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 V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
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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