HAVANA BEACH
740 Ocean Drive
Miami, Florida, 33139
South Beach
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.4/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/18/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
12
Total
14
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed by dishwasher area.
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and ceiling tiles soiled throughout kitchen.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
- 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed behind 3 compartment sink.
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line. Repeat Violation
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
- 33-11-4:Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in coolers at kitchen.
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout the kitchen.
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment serves eggs and burgers for breakfast not linked to consumer advisory.
- 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.
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/18/2025 revealed 14 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 12 basic).
Inspection on 11/7/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
1
Total
1
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at dry storage area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at dry storage area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/7/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 11/7/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
2
Basic
9
Total
13
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed in the dry storage area. Repeat Violation
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of fruit on the walk-in cooler floor. Observed a plastic container of cooking oil on the floor in the dry storage room. Repeat Violation
- 10-14-5:Basic - Ice bucket stored on floor between uses. Observed at the bar. The bar tender put it on a clean surface. Corrected On-Site
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. The cook removed the tongs. Corrected On-Site
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed several utensils in a water temperature of 82° F. The chef poured out the water filled it with clean water and turned in the cook top to heat the water. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 14-73-4:Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar.
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of cup and to go containers on the floor in the dry storage room.
- 25-27-4:Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The bartender put the straws behind the bar. Corrected On-Site
- 12A-13-4:High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed the dish washer touching dirty dishes and then touched clean dishes without washing his hands.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over pickles in the walk-in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed several utensils and other equipment in the sink across from the triple sink. The dish washer removed the items. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 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/
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/7/2024 revealed 13 total violations (2 high priority, 2 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 9/17/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
3
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at dry storage area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler at cook-line and walk-in cooler gaskets soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs Benedict and smoked salmon bagel not identified as covered by consumer advisory. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/17/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 4/29/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
4
Basic
6
Total
10
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside flour container at dry storage area. Warning
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at dry storage area. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken stored on walk-in freezer floor. Operator removed item from floor. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler at cook-line and walk-in cooler gaskets soiled. Warning
- 24-18-4:Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons and forks stored upright at cookline. Warning
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach-in cooler at cookline. Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at warewashing area. Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink at bar with metal cup inside. Warning
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs Benedict and smoked salmon bagel not identified as covered by consumer advisory. Warning
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine or quaternary test strips. Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/29/2024 revealed 10 total violations (0 high priority, 4 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 1/30/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
4
Basic
5
Total
10
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in the unisex restroom.
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
- 10-14-5:Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed at the bar.
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and fish over cheese in the reach in cooler. The manager rearranged the cooler. Corrected On-Site
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Form provided. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the soda gun nozzle soiled at the bar.
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
- 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. Form provided. **Corrective Action Taken**
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/30/2024 revealed 10 total violations (1 high priority, 4 intermediate, 5 basic).
Additional Information
Contact Information
Phone: (305) 731-3647
Website: https://havanabeachrestaurant.com/
Google Rating
★★★★½ (4.9/5)
(4,213 reviews)Price Level
$$
Opening Hours
Monday:8:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Tuesday:8:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Wednesday:8:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Thursday:8:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Friday:8:00 AM – 12:30 AM
Saturday:8:00 AM – 12:30 AM
Sunday:8:00 AM – 11:30 PM
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Features
✓ Restaurant
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Serves Beer
Serves Wine
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Takeout
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025