Area 57 Colombian Restaurant & Bakery
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
78
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Area 57 Colombian Restaurant & Bakery stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 14, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around eight violations per visit versus roughly six violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “clean pots and pans not stored inverted”, which has been cited six times.
Compared to the broader Sunny Isles Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler/freezer gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Hole in kitchen door. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in men's restroom.
31B-04-4
78
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 10/1/24. Establishment was open at time of inspection serving 4 customers. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs being stored over raw beef in walk in cooler.
08A-20-5
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Observed Food stored on floor in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed Hole in kitchen entrance door.
36-24-5
Basic - Observed oranges not washed prior to preparation. Oranges are taken directly from the cardboard box they were delivered in and placed in juicer for customer consumption.
08B-39-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
47
Dec 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs and raw chicken being stored over various ready to eat foods. Located in walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed employee using bowl with no handle to dispense rice.
14-01-5
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food on floor in walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Observed kitchen door in disrepair. **Corrected On-Site**
36-24-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
58
Aug 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs being stored above raw pork. Located in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed various raw meats being stored in thank you bags. **Warning**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing off food in kitchen hand washing sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle being used to dispense white rice. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler/freezer gaskets torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed establishment replacing walk in cooler and removed mop sink. Advised manager that mop sink must be adde back. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-27-4
Basic - Observed door leading to kitchen in disrepair. **Warning**
36-24-5
55
Mar 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs being stored on top of a case of plantains in walk in cooler. Manager rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Located on prep table.
03A-03-5
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed establishment replacing walk in cooler and removed mop sink. Advised manager that mop sink must be adde back.
29-27-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature. Located on prep table next to hand washing sink.
06-01-5
58
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
64
May 19, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
67
Feb 22, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chimichurri sauce being stored at ambient temperature of 62°F - Cold Holding. As per chef chimichurri sauce had only been out for about an hour.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken being stored in thank you bags. Located in walk in freezer.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of various ready to eat foods in walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Temperature was 67°F and located on top of reach in cooler next to fryer.
03A-03-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents soiled with accumulated dust.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil being stored on floor in kitchen area.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle being stored in pan of cooked rice. Chef removed.
14-01-5
43
Jul 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling up pitcher of water from hand washing sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on garbage can between uses. Advised chef and he coached employee, washed and sanitized utensils.
10-20-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork thawing at room temperature.
06-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle being used to dispensed cooked rice.
14-01-5
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Observed employee drinking while prepping food.
12B-01-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Area 57 Colombian Restaurant & Bakery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Area 57 Colombian Restaurant & Bakery on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Area 57 Colombian Restaurant & Bakery?
Across the inspection record, “clean pots and pans not stored inverted” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Area 57 Colombian Restaurant & Bakery.
How does Area 57 Colombian Restaurant & Bakery compare to other restaurants in Sunny Isles Beach?
Area 57 Colombian Restaurant & Bakery most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Sunny Isles Beach average of 74.
Has Area 57 Colombian Restaurant & Bakery's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Area 57 Colombian Restaurant & Bakery have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Area 57 Colombian Restaurant & Bakery 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 Area 57 Colombian Restaurant & Bakery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Area 57 Colombian Restaurant & Bakery is inspected around three times per year on average.
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