Big Five Club
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
58
Score
Going back to 2022, Big Five Club has 14 inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 8, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
14
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham and cheese empanada (46F - Cold Holding); beef empanadas (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator for less than 4 hrs due to receiving delivery.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over butter inside walk in cooler at prep area. Operator properly rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed storage racks rusted next to washing area.
22-31-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at prep area.
21-04-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottled water on prep table at prep area. Operator removed the bottled water. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at washing area. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
58
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed diced ham (53F - Cold Holding); diced cheese (52F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across cook line. As per operator for more than 4 hrs. Operator discarded products.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced ham (53F - Cold Holding); diced cheese (52F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across cook line. As per operator for more than 4 hrs. Operator discarded products. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can blade opener soiled on prep table across walk in cooler.
22-02-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at back washing area.
36-22-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed salmon still inside rop package inside reach in cooler across cook line. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator removed the fish from the package. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
61
Jul 24, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed bar added at the outside part of the club where food is prepared from the main kitchen to the bar . Observed plans had been submitted but not yet approved. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-17: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-10: At the time of callback observed plans are still under review. **Time Extended**
51-14-7
90
Jun 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed bar added at the outside part of the club where food is prepared from the main kitchen to the bar . Observed plans had been submitted but not yet approved. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-17: **Time Extended**
51-14-7
90
Apr 2, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can blade opener soiled. Operator placed inside washing area for washing. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed for chlorine dish machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed bar added at the outside part of the club where food is prepared from the main kitchen to the bar . Observed plans had been submitted but not yet approved. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-14-7
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in front of walk in cooler at prep area. Operator dried the water. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
70
Nov 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed bar added at the outside part of the club where food is prepared from the main kitchen to the bar . Observed no plans available on OnBase. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: Observed No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed bar added at the outside part of the club where food is prepared from the main kitchen to the bar . Observed no plans available on OnBase. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: Observed No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed bar added at the outside part of the club where food is prepared from the main kitchen to the bar . Observed no plans available on OnBase. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-05: Observed plans were submitted and received by plan reviewer Rory Sawh. As per OSG If plans are submitted, but not yet approved, time extend to next unannounced. If plans are still not approved on next routine. **Time Extended**
51-14-7
90
Aug 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed bar added at the outside part of the club where food is prepared from the main kitchen to the bar . Observed no plans available on OnBase. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: Observed No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed bar added at the outside part of the club where food is prepared from the main kitchen to the bar . Observed no plans available on OnBase. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: Observed No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed bar added at the outside part of the club where food is prepared from the main kitchen to the bar . Observed no plans available on OnBase. **Time Extended**
51-14-7
90
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed no hand wash sink at outside bar. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: Observed Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed no hand wash sink at outside bar. **Time Extended**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed bar added at the outside part of the club where food is prepared from the main kitchen to the bar . Observed no plans available on OnBase. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: Observed No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed bar added at the outside part of the club where food is prepared from the main kitchen to the bar . Observed no plans available on OnBase. **Time Extended**
51-14-7
82
Aug 21, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 7 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 3 rodent droppings on top of dish machine. Also observed approximately 7+ rodent droppings under dishmachine. **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken salad (47F - Cold Holding); flan (46F - Cold Holding); butter (46F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (47F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (49F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (46F - Cold Holding) inside main walk in cooler. As per employee for more than 4 hrs. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chicken salad (47F - Cold Holding); flan (46F - Cold Holding); butter (46F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (47F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (49F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (46F - Cold Holding) inside main walk in cooler. As per employee for more than 4 hrs. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. **Warning**
53A-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed no hand wash sink at outside bar. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed for chlorine and quaternary. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed bar added at the outside part of the club where food is prepared from the main kitchen to the bar . Observed no plans available on OnBase. **Warning**
51-14-7
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed main Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Employee placed order for maintenance. Employee started to set up triple sink. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
16-59-1
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 6+ plus dead roaches inside cold holding unit across cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed inside walk in cooler. **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bar. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor soiled under storage shelves at dry storage. **Warning**
36-10-4
20
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
86
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic chimichurri 79F - Cold Holding); garlic with oil (79F - Cold Holding) on preparation table. As per employee since the day before. Also observed cream cheese (50F - Cold Holding. Inside reach in cooler across microwave station.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed garlic chimichurri 79F - Cold Holding); garlic with oil (79F - Cold Holding) on preparation table. As per employee since the day before. Also observed cream cheese (50F - Cold Holding. Inside reach in cooler across microwave station.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 7 plus rodent droppings on top exterior of dishmachine next to water heater.
35A-04-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on reach in cooler door gaskets, also observed 2 live roaches crawling on reach in cooler door hinge across microwave station.
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled with food debris across stove. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of employee training for any employee.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory available.
02B-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled with food debris across microwave station.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed foam single service stored over storage shelves over preparation area at cook line.
25-06-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water inside reach in cooler across microwave station.
29-49-6
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at triple sink bar.
29-11-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 4 Carbon dioxide not adequately secured at coffee station. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed cleaned plated not properly protected on storage shelves over preparation table across cook line.
24-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on reach in cooler across microwave station.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled at coffee station.
22-08-4
19
Mar 3, 2023
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board in kitchen area. Also can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tuna salad,chicken salad and cooked rice not date marked,as per chef food was prepared 2 days ago. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in dishwasher area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food stored on floor inside walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed in coffee station.
51-11-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork (frozen) in preparation table. Chef moved to walk-in cooler during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice,flour and beans white bins not labeled with common name in dry storage area.
02D-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in units throughout kitchen.
23-24-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
41
Aug 5, 2022
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty cups inside hand wash sink in coffee area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork and cooked beef not date marked. As per employee food was prepared on 08/03/2022 employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water at 86°F.
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in preparation table. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of raw onions stored on floor in produce walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed near to reach in cooler.
22-08-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed in cook line near to entrance door.
38-07-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers with shrimp stored inside walk in freezer not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw steak(frozen) submerged in water. Employee removed and placed inside walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled with common name. In coffee area.
02D-01-5
43
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Big Five Club last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Big Five Club on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Big Five Club?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Big Five Club.
How does Big Five Club compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Big Five Club most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Big Five Club's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Big Five Club have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Big Five Club 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 Big Five Club inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Big Five Club is inspected around four times per year on average.
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