Aloft Miami Dadeland
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
61
Score
Aloft Miami Dadeland has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 5, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler: raw burger over tomato. Operator corrected during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Observed in bar area.
29-45-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between triple sink and hand sink in bar.
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in cooler across dish machine.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside standing reach in cooler.
14-33-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar with no label.
02D-01-5
61
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish rack underneath triple sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
86
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef patty above ready to eat food; salsa, avocados. Observed raw chorizo over salsa and avocado. Operator removed from cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 live fly on knife on magnet. Observed 2 live flies next to hand sink in kitchen. Observed 2 live flies under prep table on dry food boxes. **Warning**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed knife magnet soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish rack underneath triple sink. **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under oven; heavily soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed behind bar storage area; not secure. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed in lobby rolls, yogurt and hard boiled eggs missing address information. **Warning**
02D-03-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Warning**
51-18-6
43
Mar 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw ceviche on menu not identified as raw. Operator marked all menus to identify raw ceviche. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzle soiled in bar area. Operator started to clean soda nozzle. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container stored inside hand sink. Operator removed container. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled above prep table near fryers
36-27-5
70
Nov 4, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm) Operator discarded water and set up new sanitizer solution final concentration 300 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed half of an avocado placed on top of raw bacon in the same container at reach in cooler in the kitchen area. Operator removed the avocado. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-08-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cheese and fruit at standing reach in cooler. Operator moved the eggs to another reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed operator washing dirty dishes and began removing clean dishes from the dishwasher without changing gloves.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee water bottle inside of the hand washing sink. Operator removed the water bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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. Observed a new employee with no food handlers certification or food employee reporting agreement. Form was provided, printed and signed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed sandwich, yogurt parfait for self service does not include product identity description or name of the establishment that prepared the product.
02D-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed leak coming from the standing reach in cooler.
14-11-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food at the reach in freezer not segregated and not identified.
08B-49-4
39
Apr 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
67
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw hamburgers (48 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator since the night before. Operator discarded the products. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license since October 1, 2023
50-17-3
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary + 500 ppm). Operator added water. Final concentration 200 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw ground beef stored over bread at reach in freezer. Operator moved the ground beef to the bottom part. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw hamburgers (48 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator since the night before. Operator discarded the products. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-02-5
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. The clean up of vomiting and diarrheal events was provided, printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar area.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed apples not wrapped at buffet area. Operator wrapped the apples. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-15-4
35
May 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed at the bar area a drain line into the hand wash sink **Repeat Violation**
31A-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the hand wash sink obstructed by a portable cart. The cart was removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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.
53B-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup without handle used as scoop in the dry oat
14-01-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean kitchen utensils with the food contact surface facing up
24-05-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a box of bananas stored on the floor of the kitchen Bananas were removed **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed food packed at the establishment missing the establishment name and address. Also missing the information identity and description of the product.
02D-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
41
Dec 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. Observed staff clean a dirty pot used to cook eggs and prepare a sandwich without properly cleaning the hands. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: Observed staff not cleaning Pot. **Time Extended**
01B-12-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed staff clean a dirty pot used to cook eggs and prepare a sandwich without properly cleaning the hands. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: Observed staff not preparing food **Time Extended**
12A-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed in the bar area , the soda drain line draining into the hand wash sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: Observed in the bar area , the soda drain line draining into the hand wash sink. **Time Extended**
31A-10-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting board with food stains **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: Observed the cutting board with food stains **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: Observed staff working at the restaurant has less than 60 Days of working at the establishment **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: Observed Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation **Time Extended**
13-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed staff clean a pot used to cook eggs without using the sanitizing step **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: Observed staff not cleaning pots used. **Time Extended**
16-13-5
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Aloft Miami Dadeland last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Aloft Miami Dadeland on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Aloft Miami Dadeland?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Aloft Miami Dadeland.
How does Aloft Miami Dadeland compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Aloft Miami Dadeland most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Aloft Miami Dadeland's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Aloft Miami Dadeland have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Aloft Miami Dadeland 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 Aloft Miami Dadeland inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Aloft Miami Dadeland is inspected around three times per year on average.
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