Aqua Pool
Last inspected: Sep 26, 2025
82
Score
Across the available record, Aqua Pool has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 26, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.
“No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Compared to the broader Miami Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 69, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Basic - Ice bucket stored on floor between uses. The manager put it on a clean surface. **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar.
25-27-4
82
Mar 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
78
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed an ice bucket not inverted at the bar. The manager inverted it. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
90
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Clam tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam tags for 90 days.
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a pineapple in the sink. The manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar.
31B-04-4
64
Oct 9, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic containers, glasses and fruit in the sink. The bartender removed all of the items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. The bartender rinsed out towels in the sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
70
Apr 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed and tested chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm, located at main kitchen dish machine. Establishment has a three compartment sink set up using quaternary sanitizer, tested at 200ppm.
22-41-4
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. Emailed written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event cleanup to Manager.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. None provided at the time of inspection. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
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. Emailed employee health reporting form to Manager.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at 87F, at handwash sinks located at bar and bar storage area, after running hot water for approximately 5 minutes. Maintenance checked hot water unit, located under each handwash sink, water reached minimum temperatures of 100F and above. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
27-16-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable located at prep coolers, at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed ice bin at pool bar area, not kept covered, no lid provided.
08B-12-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw salmon, not removed from commercially processed reduced oxygen packaging prior to thawing inside reach in cooler.
06-09-1
50
Dec 29, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaners stored next to napkins and clean dishware at bar area. Operator removed chemicals from area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water temperature at bar and storage area in back of bar reach 77F for 3 minutes
27-16-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets at reach in cooler
14-11-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit under grill
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets Observed fan soiled in kitchen area.
23-03-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Operator moved straws behind counter.
25-27-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Aqua Pool last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Aqua Pool on file is from Sep 26, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Aqua Pool?
Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Aqua Pool.
How does Aqua Pool compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Aqua Pool most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Aqua Pool's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Aqua Pool have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Aqua Pool means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Aqua Pool inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Aqua Pool is inspected around three times per year on average.
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