Cave305
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
25
Score
Inspectors have visited Cave305 three times, with records going back to 2025. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 26, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 13 violations lately compared to roughly six violations before.
Across the inspection history, “raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
The city-wide average sits at 69, which Cave305's 25 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
3
Inspections
5
Critical latest
5
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed salmon (38F - Cold Holding); sword fish (38F - Cold Holding); still in the vacuum in the walk in cooler.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over garlic at the cook line drawer cooler. The manager moved the chicken to the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Observed salmon and swordfish fish with no labeling on them.
03G-05-5
High Priority - Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed salmon (38F - Cold Holding); sword fish (38F - Cold Holding); still in the vacuum in the walk in cooler.
03G-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter chips (71F - Cold Holding). As per the manager they were put there approximately 2 hours ago. The cooks removed covered them in ice to cool them down. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed a few tags not dated.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the soda gun nozzle soiled at the bar.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs Benedict on the menu not identified as raw or under cooked. The manager had a sever put an asterisk next to the item on each menu. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
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.
03G-50-1
Intermediate - Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed beef in vacuum sealed bag without the time on the bag.
03G-06-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on the oven door handle. The cook removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of water bottles on the walk in cooler floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed two half empty water bottles on top of prep tables. The manager removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
25
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed steaks over potatoes in the walk-in cooler. The manager moved the steaks to the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a glass and metal pad in the sink at the bar. The manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided and posted during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02A-01-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed the ice buckets not inverted. The manager inverted them. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar and in the employee onlyrestroom. The manager posted the signs during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
52
Apr 15, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
02A-01-5
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the interior of the upright cooler soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cave305 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cave305 on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cave305?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cave305.
How does Cave305 compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Cave305 most recently scored 25 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Cave305's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Cave305 have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Cave305 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.
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