Basement Kitchen and Warm up Kitchen

1801 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

American

Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2025, Basement Kitchen and Warm up Kitchen has four inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 26, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.

Compared to the broader Miami Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 70, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 26, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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 the dish machine chlorine at 0.00ppms. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-26: Observed the chlorine level at 0.00 ppms. **Admin Complaint**

22-41-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. The manager inverted it over the mop sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-26: Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. The manager inverted it over the mop sink. **Warning** **Time Extended**

42-01-4

Mar 18, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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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 the dish machine chlorine at 0.00ppms. **Warning**

22-41-4

High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. **Warning**

12A-13-4

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. The dishwasher put a key in the dispenser and it started working. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-05-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed several large pans not inverted. The manager had them inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

24-05-4

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed by the dish machine only reaching. **Warning**

38-01-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. The manager inverted it over the mop sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

42-01-4

Sep 16, 2025

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray with a blue green liquid not labeled at the bar. The chef labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed most of the August tags were not dated.

01C-03-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The chef brought towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form sent via email. The operator printed it and displayed it during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

02A-01-5

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind the dish machine.

36-27-5

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.

24-18-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed several cases of food on the walk-in freezer floor. The Chef had the cases put on shelves. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed by the beverage walk-in cooler.

51-11-4

Mar 19, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.

16-62-1

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Basement Kitchen and Warm up Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Basement Kitchen and Warm up Kitchen on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Basement Kitchen and Warm up Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?

Basement Kitchen and Warm up Kitchen most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Beach average of 70.

Has Basement Kitchen and Warm up Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Basement Kitchen and Warm up Kitchen have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Basement Kitchen and Warm up Kitchen means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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