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LA COTE

LA COTE has 9 health inspections on file for its MIAMI BEACH location, with an overall rating of 2.6/5. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

4441 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida, 33140
Miami-Dade County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.6/5)
Based on 9 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 10/2/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13534931

  • 14-74-7:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed refrigeration unit with ambient temperature of 50F. Observed beef skewer at 52F, chicken skewer at 50F , cooked octopus at 62F, fish at 56 F. This unit was located in front of the grill at the cook line. Also observed refrigeration unit located underneath the grill with temperature of 52F. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-02: Top of the cooler located in front of the grill working perfectly, all the food at 41 F or below. Bottom side out of service with no food. Also cooler drawers underneath the grill , out of service. No food inside at the time of the inspection.

Inspection Date: 9/30/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10917673

  • 14-74-7:Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed refrigeration unit with ambient temperature of 50F. Observed beef skewer at 52F, chicken skewer at 50F , cooked octopus at 62F, fish at 56 F. This unit was located in front of the grill at the cook line. Also observed refrigeration unit located underneath the grill with temperature of 52F.
  • 08B-02-4:High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed garnishes at the bar area exposed to contamination. Employee brought a display with cover and placed the garnishes. Corrected On-Site
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beef skewer at 52F, chicken skewer at 50F , cooked octopus at 62F, fish at 56 F, hot dogs at 58F, beef burger at 52F. Establishment was open since 10: 00 am and the time the food was inside the cooler could not be determined.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef skewer 52F, chicken skewer at 50F , cooked octopus at 62F, fish at 56 F, hot dogs at 58F, beef burger at 52F. The time the food has been there cannot be determined.
  • 01C-05-4:Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags are not organized by date.
  • 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed tuna tartare is offered in place , but not identified as a raw item on the menu. Manager corrected the menu immediately. Corrected On-Site
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical product inside spray bottle with no label. Manager labeled the bottle. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 2/25/2025

  • 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • 25-27-4:Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed unwrapped straws at the counter where customers can take them.
  • 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken above raw ground pork inside walk in cooler. Chef inverted the products immediately.. Corrected On-Site
  • 12A-02-4:High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed bartender touching dirty cups and then, prepping beverages without washing hands.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed items inside the hand sink at the bar ( plastic cups ). Manager moved the items to outside. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing at the bar hand sinks . Soap was restocked. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 9/20/2024

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container with no handle used to scoop seasoning. Employee discarded the container. Corrected On-Site
  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank not secured by soda rack. Repeat Violation
  • 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop left on the top of the ice machine . Person in charge sent it to ware washing area. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon above cooked lamb inside Walk in cooler 2. Person in charge reorganized the food items. Corrected On-Site
  • 01C-03-4:Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed 2 tags from September with missing date . Repeat Violation
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked at the ware washing area with items inside . Hand sink was accessible after employee discarded ice and moved the items from inside. Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used to cool down employee bottle of waters. All bottles were removed immediately. Corrected On-Site
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with a chemical product with no label. Bottle was discarded. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 4/16/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8531251

  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 4 CO2 tanks not secured in the mop sink area .
  • 14-38-4:Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed crack lid for food containers on premises. Person in charge started discarding them. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed excessive accumulation of ice buildup in reach in freezer located at the front area .
  • 16-38-5:Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Repeat Violation
  • 12A-16-4:High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed bartenders started working with clean utensils without washing their hands. No soap at any station at the bar .Employees were coached about the correct procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 01C-05-4:Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags not organized.
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing soap at the bar station. Employee restocked the station . Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 3/5/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8620700

  • 16-38-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Observed high temperature dishmachine with damaged gauge ( reading device ) - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 2/27/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8579799

  • 16-38-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Observed high temperature dishmachine with damaged gauge ( reading device ) - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: **Time Extended**
  • 29-27-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Observed installation is in progress. **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 freezer gaskets with mold like substance on. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Reach in freezer was removed and new one is coming .

Inspection Date: 12/21/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8531189

  • 16-38-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Observed high temperature dishmachine with damaged gauge ( reading device ) - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-21: **Time Extended**
  • 29-27-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-21: **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 freezer gaskets with mold like substance on. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-21: **Time Extended**
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with chemical with no label . - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-21: **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 10/19/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8345758

  • 16-38-5:Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Observed high temperature dishmachine with damaged gauge ( reading device )
  • 29-27-4:Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets with mold like substance on. Repeat Violation
  • 12A-10-4:High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching his body and then, continue working with utensils and food. Employee was advised about the issue and washed his hands and placed gloves on. Corrected On-Site
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken at 47 F inside reach in cooler at the front line ( As per employee for less than 4 hrs ). Employee added ice underneath. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed veggie cutter with old debris on stored on shelving. Employee washed it. Corrected On-Site
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with chemical with no label .

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Google Rating

★★★★☆ (4.4/5)
(833 reviews)

Price Level

$$$

Opening Hours

Monday:11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday:11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday:11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday:11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday:11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday:11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday:11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
✓ Currently Open

Features

✓ Restaurant

Restaurant Features

Serves Beer
Serves Wine
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Takeout
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025

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