Captains Tavern
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
35
Score
Captains Tavern has been inspected 11 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 6, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 21 violations per visit versus roughly 17 violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, showing up five times.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
17
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 17 minor violations.
View 19 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dry food and dish shelves. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed soiled dry food and dish shelves **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in prep area above employee restroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed in prep area above employee restroom. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to tiles in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed water damage to tiles in kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler in kitchen area next to rice cooker with ambient temp of 72F. The following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: coleslaw (70F - Cold Holding); spinach (70F - Cold Holding). Observed reach in cooler next to hand sink in kitchen area with ambient temp if 57F. The following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: cheese (54F - Cold Holding); chimmichurri (56F - Cold Holding); butter (56F - Cold Holding). **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: As per operator, technician is coming to fix coolers. No TCS foods stored inside at time of callback. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in fridge and freezer combo in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed torn gaskets in fridge and freezer combo in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in warewash and prep area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed in warewash and prep area. **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed in walk in cooler where linguine is held. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed in walk in cooler where linguine is held. **Time Extended**
14-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed in walk in freezer **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed no copy on site. **Time Extended**
51-18-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in multiple coolers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed in multiple coolers. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed in multiple reach in coolers. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed multiple sources cream containers used to hold conch batter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed multiple sour cream containers used to hold conch batter. **Time Extended**
25-32-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in bar area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed in bar area. **Time Extended**
29-49-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in most walk in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed in most walk in coolers. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
35
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 18 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed stainless steel spray stored on same rack with chocolate and caramel. Operator removed sprays. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler in kitchen area next to rice cooker with ambient temp of 72F. The following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: coleslaw (70F - Cold Holding); spinach (70F - Cold Holding). Observed reach in cooler next to hand sink in kitchen area with ambient temp if 57F. The following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: cheese (54F - Cold Holding); chimmichurri (56F - Cold Holding); butter (56F - Cold Holding). **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in cooler in kitchen area next to rice cooker with ambient temp of 72F. The following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: coleslaw (70F - Cold Holding); spinach (70F - Cold Holding). Observed reach in cooler next to hand sink in kitchen area with ambient temp if 57F. The following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: cheese (54F - Cold Holding); chimmichurri (56F - Cold Holding); butter (56F - Cold Holding). **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw salmon stored above cooked eel and shrimp in freezer in storage area outside of sushi counter. **Warning**
08A-17-6
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dry food and dish shelves. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed with metal rim in reach in cooler against wall in kitchen. **Warning**
14-14-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed in sushi bar. Operator labeled at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in prep area above employee restroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to tiles in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean wiping cloth supply not properly stored. Observed on oven door handles. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-19-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler in kitchen area next to rice cooker with ambient temp of 72F. The following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: coleslaw (70F - Cold Holding); spinach (70F - Cold Holding). Observed reach in cooler next to hand sink in kitchen area with ambient temp if 57F. The following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: cheese (54F - Cold Holding); chimmichurri (56F - Cold Holding); butter (56F - Cold Holding). **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in fridge and freezer combo in kitchen area. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in warewash and prep area. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed in walk in cooler where linguine is held. **Warning**
14-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in multiple coolers. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed multiple sources cream containers used to hold conch batter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-32-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in bar area. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in most walk in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. **Warning**
36-27-5
15
Oct 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler in storage area with ambient temp of 55F. The following TCS foods stored inside: garlic butter (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (45F - Cold Holding). As per operator, since prior day. Observed dessert cooler with ambient temp of 49F, the following TCS foods stored inside: Dessert cooler: key lime pie (56F - Cold Holding); banana créme pie (49F - Cold Holding); créme br\00C3\00BBlée (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator, since prior day. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: Observed garlic butter (45F Cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to storage area. As per operator, butter made the night before. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in cooler in storage area with ambient temp of 55F. The following TCS foods stored inside: garlic butter (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (45F - Cold Holding). As per operator, since prior day. Observed dessert cooler with ambient temp of 49F, the following TCS foods stored inside: Dessert cooler: key lime pie (56F - Cold Holding); banana créme pie (49F - Cold Holding); créme br\00C3\00BBlée (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator, since prior day. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: Observed garlic butter (45F Cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to storage area. As per operator, butter made the night before. **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Observed soiled knife magnets. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup inside of Gorgonzola cheese. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above employee bathroom, observed in storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several tiles with water damage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on air vents in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler in storage area with ambient temp of 55F. The following TCS foods stored inside: garlic butter (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (45F - Cold Holding). **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: Observed garlic butter (45F Cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to storage area. As per operator, butter made the night before. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked floor tiles throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in ice cream chest freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in coolers. Observed soiled hood system. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed sour cream containers washed and reused for other food items. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
25-32-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed forks face up in dry storage bin. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
24-18-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen and coolers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
29
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 2 major violations. 18 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken above raw burgers. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler in storage area with ambient temp of 55F. The following TCS foods stored inside: garlic butter (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (45F - Cold Holding). As per operator, since prior day. Observed dessert cooler with ambient temp of 49F, the following TCS foods stored inside: Dessert cooler: key lime pie (56F - Cold Holding); banana créme pie (49F - Cold Holding); créme brûlée (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator, since prior day. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in cooler in storage area with ambient temp of 55F. The following TCS foods stored inside: garlic butter (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (45F - Cold Holding). As per operator, since prior day. Observed dessert cooler with ambient temp of 49F, the following TCS foods stored inside: Dessert cooler: key lime pie (56F - Cold Holding); banana créme pie (49F - Cold Holding); créme brûlée (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator, since prior day. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in reach in next to microwaves: bearnaise (44-45F - Cooling); cooked tomato relish (51F - Cooling). As per operator, made the night before. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked whole potato (51F - Cooling); cooked potato skins (45F - Cooling). As per operator, prepared the night before. **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed in reach in next to microwaves: bearnaise (44-45F - Cooling); cooked tomato relish (51F - Cooling). As per operator, made the night before. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked whole potato (51F - Cooling); cooked potato skins (45F - Cooling). As per operator, prepared the night before. **Warning**
01B-36-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored above cooked banana and cheese in reach in across warewash. Operator moved shrimp to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Observed soiled knife magnets. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in coolers. Observed soiled hood system. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last copy not on site. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives between prep table and wall. Operator removed on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on air vents in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several tiles with water damage. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above employee bathroom, observed in storage area. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed sushi bar microwave soiled. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in ice cream chest freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup inside of Gorgonzola cheese. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked floor tiles throughout kitchen. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler in storage area with ambient temp of 55F. The following TCS foods stored inside: garlic butter (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (45F - Cold Holding). **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen and coolers. **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed forks face up in dry storage bin. **Warning**
24-18-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed sour cream containers washed and reused for other food items. **Warning**
25-32-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers. **Warning**
14-33-4
14
Jun 18, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Jun 17, 2025
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 13 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at salad prep area cut tomatoes (61F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (64F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (55F - Cold Holding); creamy garlic dressing (51F - Cold Holding); blue cheese dressing (52F - Cold Holding); as per operator items were cut and prepped at 12pm. Observed at oyster station, garlic butter (61F - Cold Holding). As per operator for about 1 hour during prep. Operator placed onto ice to cool. Observed at REAR KITCHEN PREP COOLER: cut lettuce (61F - Cold Holding); house made cesar dressing (64F - Cold Holding) as per operator items were prepped and placed about 3.5 hours ago. Observed at WIC 2 cooked rice (62F - Cold Holding); as per operator from the night prior. Advised operator to remove items and not serve. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed at salad prep area cut tomatoes (61F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (64F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (55F - Cold Holding); creamy garlic dressing (51F - Cold Holding); blue cheese dressing (52F - Cold Holding); as per operator items were cut and prepped at 12pm. Observed at oyster station, garlic butter (61F - Cold Holding). As per operator for about 1 hour during prep. Operator placed onto ice to cool. Observed at REAR KITCHEN PREP COOLER: cut lettuce (61F - Cold Holding); house made cesar dressing (64F - Cold Holding) as per operator items were prepped and placed about 3.5 hours ago. Observed at WIC 2 cooked rice (62F - Cold Holding); as per operator from the night prior. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw burger patties stored over seafood items at reach in cooler at cook line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed cloth napkins used to cover salad topping containers of cut tomatoes, cut cucumbers and shredded carrots. **Warning**
14-86-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at rear kitchen hand wash sink not hot water. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at rear of kitchen walk in cooler raw lobsters cases stored on floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored under cutting board at rear prep table. **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed tongs in contact with cut tomatoes at salad bar area. **Warning**
10-06-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at rear prep table, knives stored in container of standing water. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. **Warning**
16-38-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed throughout. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Uncovered food stored under cooler unit exposed to splash. Observed in walk in cooler, case of uncovered raw lobsters stored under dripping cooler unit. Operator moved case. **Warning**
08B-54-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of diced tomatoes at cook line. As well as in the bin of ice at bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
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 3 frozen ROP packages of cod not removed from packaging prior to thawing process. Operator removed and cut open packages. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. Observed none available for temperature dish machine. **Warning**
16-01-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed oven door unable to remain closed at oyster station. Observed torn gaskets at reach in coolers throughout. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
26
May 14, 2025
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle inside container of calamari. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty in kitchen area
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn at sushi bar reach in cooler **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in/Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves soiled in walk in cooler 2, next to seafood walk in cooler.
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted
14-17-4
74
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw burger patties stored over sauces inside reach in cooler next to prep table. Operator relocated products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzles at bar area soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment doing reduced oxygen packaging of raw meat without HACCP plan.
03G-50-1
Intermediate - Raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters from different original containers mixed together prior to preparation for service. Observed raw clams and mussels stored together in same container inside walk in cooler.
01C-07-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked inside walk in cooler next to walk in freezer door.
36-17-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled in back prep area
22-20-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelf inside walk in cooler. Operator removed cardboard **Corrected On-Site**
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing at prep area
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn at sushi bar **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor under reach in cooler in back prep area
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of sauce stored on floor in walk in cooler. Operator picked up bucket **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping towels stored under cutting board in back prep area **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled
23-03-4
39
Apr 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed two hose installed without vacuum breaker at dishwasher area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Observed two hose installed without vacuum breaker at dishwasher area **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Time Extended**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Observed mussels and clams in a container without tag at walk-in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Observed oyster at appetizers station without tag and a bag of mussels at walk-in cooler without tag. **Time Extended**
01C-10-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning** **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
16-62-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Observed Richie Dasai hired 18 years ago, Vicente Uda hired 10 years ago, Sergei Marquez hired seven months ago, and Pedro Alfonso hired one year ago and 5 more employees no proof of employee training.**Admin Complaint** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler at preparation area torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Observed the reach in cooler at preparation area torn. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice build up in walk-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Ice build up in walk-in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Observed gauge for rinse is not working, it doesn't move. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Observed gauge for rinse is not working, it doesn't move. **Warning** **Time Extended**
16-38-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
43
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 9 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed two hose installed without vacuum breaker at dishwasher area. **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sushi rice (115 F - Hot Holding) at sushi station. As per operator for one hour. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed butter (55 F - Cold Holding) at front counter. As per operator for a one hour. Operator put the butter under ice bath for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Warning**
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Observed mussels and clams in a container without tag at walk-in cooler. **Warning**
01C-10-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed the employee at sushi station washed his hand in the preparation sink. **Warning**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed sushi with raw tuna and raw salmon not identified as raw on the menu. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning**
16-62-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. The written procedures to use time was provided. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. The consumer advisory was provided, printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler at preparation area torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable throughout the kitchen and dishwasher area. **Warning**
36-12-4
Basic - Ice build up in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Observed gauge for rinse is not working, it doesn't move. **Warning**
16-38-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. **Warning**
35B-03-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at walk in cooler floor. Observed unsealed concrete at the back of the kitchen area. **Warning**
36-02-5
17
Dec 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the kitchen hand wash sink
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing at the storage back area **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cellphone on the sushi cutting board Cellphone was removed
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed soup scoops in standing water Water temp 118F Operator removed the water
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
14-73-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed the spoon at the service area. The manager sent the spoons to be cleaned
24-18-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at the preparation area **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Captains Tavern last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Captains Tavern on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Captains Tavern?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Captains Tavern.
How does Captains Tavern compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Captains Tavern most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Captains Tavern's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Captains Tavern have averaged around 21 violations per visit, up from roughly 17 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Captains Tavern 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 Captains Tavern inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Captains Tavern is inspected around three times per year on average.
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