Beijing Cafe
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
67
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Beijing Cafe, the earliest from 2023. Beijing Cafe was last inspected on Jan 27, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “food stored on floor”, which has been cited five times.
Compared to the broader Miami Beach restaurant scene, this is about average. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
8 minor violations.
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Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife in between prep table and food counter.
10-17-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights at entrance of kitchen missing shield.
38-07-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp thawing in bucket submerged in water.
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelf in walk in cooler soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in freezer with rust.
14-17-4
67
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing above walk in cooler and freezer.
36-36-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed plastic single service jug cut in half used as a scoop for rice at cook line. Employee discarded container. **Repeat Violation**
25-32-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves in walk in cooler soiled with old food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler with rust. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
82
Feb 4, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed sauce container cut in half used as a scoop for right. Employee discarded singe service container. **Corrected On-Site**
25-32-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves in walk in cooler soiled with old food debris.
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler rusted. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic jugs of oil stored on floor under cook line. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed wok ladles stored in standing water at 78 F in kitchen.
10-07-4
78
Oct 24, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above walk in cooler.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles above cook line soiled with grease.
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 6 plastic jugs of oil stored on floor under wok line. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guards inside of walk in cooler soiled with dust.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on shelves inside of walk in cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on pre table near white rice.
21-12-4
74
May 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored over ready to eat vegetables inside of walk in cooler. Employee placed items in correct storage order. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cooking ladle stored inside of hand wash sink near 3 compartment sink. Employee removed ladle from hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic jug of oil stored on floor under wok line. Employee placed jug of oil off of the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
74
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee touching raw chicken and putting his gloves on without handwashing . All crew was instructed about the correct procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Xuexhe Chen , Jimeing Chen, Juana Vilma, Fan L Chen , all expired since 9/15/ 2023.
53B-05-5
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.
11-26-1
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. Info was provided. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed food containers blocking the hand sink access. Person in charge moved all the food containers. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal container with no handle used to scoop rice. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottle of water on prep table.
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic cooking oil containers stored on the kitchen floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Three-compartment sink used for warewashing not cleaned before use as a food preparation sink.
22-37-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen chicken thawing inside standing water. Employee placed the chicken under cold running water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels left on counters and prep tables. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
41
Jan 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Beijing Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Beijing Cafe on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Beijing Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Beijing Cafe.
How does Beijing Cafe compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Beijing Cafe most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Beijing Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Beijing Cafe have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Beijing Cafe 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 Beijing Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Beijing Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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