ARLEN BEACH RESTAURANT BY CECY AND LETYS LLC
5701 COLLINS AVE
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★½☆☆ (2.6/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 1/13/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
3
Total
3
Inspection Details:
- 16-23-4:Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed inside the dish machine.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cardboard with bananas stored in the kitchen floor.
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of measuring cup touching the sugar. Owner corrected the handle position. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/13/2025 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 10/7/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
2
Basic
4
Total
8
Inspection Details:
- 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cooks engaged in food prep wearing bracelets.
- 29-09-4:Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed a leak from faucet at the 3 compartment sink.
- 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop left directly on the top of the ice machine, surface has not been cleaned and sanitized. Employee washed the ice scoop at placed it inside a clean container. Corrected On-Site
- 36-50-4:Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed walk in cooler fan is soiled.
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed seafood bisque (127F - Hot Holding) for approximately 30 minutes as per employee. Employee started reheating the food item, then 175 F . Corrected On-Site
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chlorine for low chemical sanitizer next to cooking oil at the basement. Employee moved the chemical product to a different shelf. Corrected On-Site
- 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands in the 3CS. Employee was coached and then, washed his hands in the hand sink. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed kitchen hand sink blocked by a tray . Employee moved it. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/7/2024 revealed 8 total violations (2 high priority, 2 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 4/4/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
0
Basic
2
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap on exterior door at storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-04: Observed gap on exterior door at storage area. **Time Extended**
- 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking on top of dishwasher machine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-04: Observed leaking on top of dishwasher machine. **Time Extended**
- 29-37-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at dishwasher area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-04: Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at dishwasher area. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/4/2024 revealed 3 total violations (1 high priority, 0 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 4/2/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
1
Basic
12
Total
17
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
- 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dishwasher machine soiled.
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at beans container. The container was moved out. Corrected On-Site
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling damage above cook line.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap on exterior door at storage area.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 2 containers stored on floor at cook line. Employee moved them off of the floor. Corrected On-Site
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching sugar inside container at front counter. Owner corrected the handle position. Corrected On-Site
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed by kitchen entrance.
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on cleaned containers at reach in cooler.
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking on top of dishwasher machine.
- 08B-56-4:High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed 2 wine bottles stored inside ice machine. Owner moved out the bottles immediately and discarded the ice . **Corrective Action Taken**
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef stored inside thank you bag. Operator replaced bags. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 29-37-4:High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at dishwasher area.
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 2 wine bottles stored inside ice used to prepared drinks in the ice machine. Owner moved out the bottles immediately and discarded the ice .
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dishes inside handwashing sink at kitchen.
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/2/2024 revealed 17 total violations (4 high priority, 1 intermediate, 12 basic).
Inspection on 2/13/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
1
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 38-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed some missing light tubs without covers at the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-13: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/13/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 12/7/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
7
Basic
3
Total
11
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed some missing light tubs without covers at the kitchen area.
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing sign at the hand sink station inside each restroom used for employees.
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork meat directly stored inside a Thank you shopping market bag in the reach in freezer. Owner changed the bag. Corrected On-Site
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Yadira Lamar and Leticia Sanchez .
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit to check sanitizer.
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employees : Rigoberto Cortina, Mirielis Sanchez, Diana Martinez , all working in the establishment for more than 2 months .
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
- 02B-02-5:Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Consumer advisory was printed and posted. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/7/2023 revealed 11 total violations (1 high priority, 7 intermediate, 3 basic).
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Contact Information
Phone: (305) 763-8153
Website: http://arlenbeachrestaurant.com/
Google Rating
★★★★½ (4.5/5)
(313 reviews)Price Level
$$
Opening Hours
Monday:9:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday:9:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:9:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday:9:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday:9:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:9:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:9:30 AM – 9:00 PM
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✓ Restaurant
✓ Cafe
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Serves Beer
Serves Wine
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Takeout
Delivery
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025