Al Basha Grill
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
64
Score
Al Basha Grill appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 2, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
By comparison, the average Miami Beach facility scores 69, putting Al Basha Grill on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. **Warning**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Aykut working preparing food. As per Aykut he's been employed for approximately a year. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed the ladies room. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl in the rice cooker. The cook discarded it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The cook removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the preparation reach in cooler gasket soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
64
Sep 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed the cook finished a task removed gloves and handled dirty equipment then put on clean gloves without washing his hands.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over pita bread in the big upright reach in cooler. The cook moved to a lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed the dryer in the men's restroom is not functioning. The cook reset the outlet and it's working. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle containing a purple liquid not labeled throughout.
41-17-4
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 a few plastic squeeze bottles with different liquids not labeled throughout.
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a tong in water with a temperature of 81°F. The cook poured out the water and put the tong in a pan with clean water and put in on the flat top. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The cook removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the drawer reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an employee's smoothie in the reach in cooler over food. The cook removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
47
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
90
Oct 23, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
61
Feb 19, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. **Repeat Violation**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw marinated chicken over cut lettuce and liquid eggs over pita bread in the upright cooler. The cook moved the items to the correct shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed a sanitizer bucket with chlorine at500 ppms. The cook poured out most of the liquid and added water now at 100 ppms. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Employee applied hand antiseptic in place of washing hands as required. Observed the cook handle her cell phone with gloves and went to prep food.
12A-01-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter l **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the large white cutting board at the kitchen entrance.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed two packs of lamb chops and two pans with steak defrosting at room temperature on the triple sink.
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles at the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
33
Oct 16, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-14: Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-16: **Admin Complaint**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed Sofia has been working for 90 days and Susie and Marwen have been working approximately 60 days. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-14: 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. Observed Sofia has been working for 90 days and Susie and Marwen have been working approximately 60 days. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-16: **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
82
Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed Sofia has been working for 90 days and Susie and Marwen have been working approximately 60 days. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-14: 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. Observed Sofia has been working for 90 days and Susie and Marwen have been working approximately 60 days. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at both hand washing sinks. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-14: Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at both hand washing sinks. **Repeat Violation** **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-14: Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at both hand washing sinks. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-14: Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at both hand washing sinks. **Repeat Violation** **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the prep area. Sign provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-14: Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the prep area. Sign provided via email. **Repeat Violation** **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-14: Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
61
Jul 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tongs in water at a temperature of 79°F. The cook discarded the water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-05-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at both hand washing sinks. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
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. Observed Sofia has been working for 90 days and Susie and Marwen have been working approximately 60 days. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
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 via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at both hand washing sinks. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
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 via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container with cooking oil on the floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at the front line. The chef removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the prep area. Sign provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled at the cook line.
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in the rice cooker. The chef removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
27
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. At time of inspection - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-22: It's been ordered **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-28: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-22: 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. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-28: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Bottom of prep tables. - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-22: Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Bottom of prep tables. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-28: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In reach in next to grill area. - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-22: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In reach in next to grill area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-28: **Time Extended**
05-09-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Al Basha Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Al Basha Grill on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Al Basha Grill?
Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Al Basha Grill.
How does Al Basha Grill compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Al Basha Grill most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Al Basha Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Al Basha Grill have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Al Basha Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Al Basha Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Al Basha Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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