Brasserie Brickell Key
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
32
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Brasserie Brickell Key, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 24, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 11 violations each, up from closer to eight violations before.
“Ceiling tile missing” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Brasserie Brickell Key's 32 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
6
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Kitchen employees.
12A-09-4
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
05-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed kitchen can opener soiled throughout.
22-02-4
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 - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
05-13-5
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. No drop ceiling throughout the kitchen area.
36-36-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxes of water on kitchen floor.
08B-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed heavy dust on top of kitchen shelves.
23-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
21-10-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen area.
36-27-5
32
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
12A-09-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
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.
11-27-4
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
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Kitchen oven.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Kitchen top Steam table shelves.
23-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
21-10-4
45
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Aug 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
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.
11-27-4
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
Basic - Stored food not covered. Most cooked foods inside kitchen reach in coolers.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Clean kitchen walls from food debris where needed.
36-27-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar area. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Kitchen stove top old food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Most reach in coolers, kitchen area.
14-33-4
47
Nov 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Corrected On-Site**
11-07-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Throughout kitchen preparation area
36-36-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of dust on top of kitchen shelves.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
58
Jul 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Corrected On-Site**
01C-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. No drop ceiling throughout the kitchen area
36-36-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Ext prep table kitchen area.
31B-04-4
64
Oct 31, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of debris on top of kitchen shelves.
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen octopus being thawed in standing water.
06-01-5
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Brasserie Brickell Key last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Brasserie Brickell Key on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Brasserie Brickell Key?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling tile missing” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Brasserie Brickell Key.
How does Brasserie Brickell Key compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Brasserie Brickell Key most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Brasserie Brickell Key's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Brasserie Brickell Key have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Brasserie Brickell Key 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 Brasserie Brickell Key inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Brasserie Brickell Key is inspected around two times per year on average.
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