Craft Brickell

1401 Brickell Ave Ste 130, Miami, FL 33131

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Nov 6, 2023

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited Craft Brickell four times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 6, 2023. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record. Public records show no inspections at Craft Brickell since Nov 6, 2023, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around 10 violations to closer to 14 violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “wet wiping cloth not stored”, showing up three times.

Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 6, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 11 minor violations.

View 14 violations

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

05-10-4

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. **Repeat Violation**

11-07-5

Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.

05-07-4

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. **Repeat Violation**

21-10-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**

21-12-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.

21-09-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.

24-07-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed all kitchen employees not with caps or hair net while working with food. **Repeat Violation**

13-03-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cooking area.

36-73-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

10-07-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed loose food debris throughout kitchen shelves.

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Most kitchen coolers.

22-16-4

Jul 18, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 9 minor violations.

View 12 violations

11-07-5

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

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

22-02-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Most kitchen employees.

13-07-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-04-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Most kitchen employees.

13-03-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of shell eggs on floor walk in cooler.

08B-38-4

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. Kitchen area.

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk- in cooler door gaskets.

23-03-4

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.

21-10-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

21-12-4

Jan 26, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. **Repeat Violation**

29-37-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

36-36-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no employees wearing hair Protection while engaged in food preparation.

13-03-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of vegetables on kitchen floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen area.

31B-04-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

21-12-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Repeat Violation**

24-05-4

Oct 7, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Craft Brickell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Craft Brickell on file is from Nov 6, 2023. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Craft Brickell?

Across the inspection record, “wet wiping cloth not stored” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Craft Brickell.

How does Craft Brickell compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Craft Brickell most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Craft Brickell's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Craft Brickell have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly 10 earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Craft Brickell 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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