Arlen Beach Restaurant by Cecy and Letys
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
82
Score
Arlen Beach Restaurant by Cecy and Letys has been inspected 12 times since 2022. On Feb 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Among Miami Beach restaurants, the typical score is 69; Arlen Beach Restaurant by Cecy and Letys is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting arcs soiled by three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
82
Feb 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed some debris on can opener. Em0,pyre washed it. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop left on the top of the ice machine instead of inside the bucket. Employee washed it and placed it inside the container.
10-12-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
82
Oct 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting boards at three compartment sink compartment sink with black mold-like substance.
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
82
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at the front counter used to discard leftover.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed flan and rice pudding from 7/25 with no date marking.
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container used to scoop rice.
14-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed some food residue on the wall at the prep area.
36-27-5
74
Apr 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
90
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cardboard with bananas stored in the kitchen floor.
08B-38-4
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 handle of measuring cup touching the sugar. Owner corrected the handle position. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed inside the dish machine.
16-23-4
86
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at preparation area and kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed several cutting boards no longer cleanable at warewashing storage area.
14-09-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
86
Oct 7, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed seafood bisque (127F - Hot Holding) for approximately 30 minutes as per employee. Employee started reheating the food item, then 175 F . **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chlorine for low chemical sanitizer next to cooking oil at the basement. Employee moved the chemical product to a different shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands in the 3CS. Employee was coached and then, washed his hands in the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed kitchen hand sink blocked by a tray . Employee moved it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cooks engaged in food prep wearing bracelets.
13-07-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed a leak from faucet at the 3 compartment sink.
29-09-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop left directly on the top of the ice machine, surface has not been cleaned and sanitized. Employee washed the ice scoop at placed it inside a clean container. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed walk in cooler fan is soiled.
36-50-4
50
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
27
Feb 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed some missing light tubs without covers at the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-13: **Time Extended**
38-07-4
95
Jul 12, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
95
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Arlen Beach Restaurant by Cecy and Letys last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Arlen Beach Restaurant by Cecy and Letys on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Arlen Beach Restaurant by Cecy and Letys?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Arlen Beach Restaurant by Cecy and Letys.
How does Arlen Beach Restaurant by Cecy and Letys compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Arlen Beach Restaurant by Cecy and Letys most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Arlen Beach Restaurant by Cecy and Letys' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Arlen Beach Restaurant by Cecy and Letys have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Arlen Beach Restaurant by Cecy and Letys 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 Arlen Beach Restaurant by Cecy and Letys inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Arlen Beach Restaurant by Cecy and Letys is inspected around four times per year on average.
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