Best Western Premier

4100 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33134

American

Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2022, Best Western Premier has eight inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 15, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

Looking across the full record, “ice scoop handle in contact with ice” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 15, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employees at kitchen changing tasks from soiled to clean items without previously washing hands.

12A-07-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at front counter.

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.

05-10-4

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-13-5

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter.

10-08-5

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet in disrepair.

29-08-4

Sep 2, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shell eggs over raw potatoes at reach in cooler. Person in charge removed potatoes. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08A-20-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.

22-02-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed both paper dispensers at hand sink/ kitchen and front bar, without paper.

31B-02-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At front counter. Employee placed scoop on holder. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

10-08-5

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed men's restroom remodeled/ hand wash sign missing.

31B-04-4

Apr 14, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at three compartment sink.

29-11-4

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at kitchen.

36-03-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Aug 6, 2024

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs outside unit. According to employee, eggs were just used. Employee placed eggs for storage. Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**

03A-03-5

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Front counter dispenser .

31B-05-4

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. At kitchen by chest freezer.

36-03-4

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Employee removed utensils.. **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

Feb 14, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by a chair.

31A-09-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Jul 13, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spry bottle with sanitizer not labeled inside kitchen. Operator labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed inside employee restroom.

32-12-5

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator stored mop correctly. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container on shelf without labeled inside kitchen. Operator labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Feb 9, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled. Employee washed the can opener **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta at reach in cooler kitchen from previous days ( more than 24 hours) not labeled.

02C-02-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Front counter.

22-20-5

Oct 12, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Best Western Premier last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Best Western Premier on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Best Western Premier?

Across the inspection record, “ice scoop handle in contact with ice” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Best Western Premier.

How does Best Western Premier compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Best Western Premier most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Best Western Premier's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Best Western Premier have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Best Western Premier means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Best Western Premier inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Best Western Premier is inspected around two times per year on average.

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