Expoships

100 Chopin Plz, Bayfront Park South Dock - Dinner Boat, Miami, FL 33131
Other
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
64
Score
Medium Risk

Going back to 2023, Expoships has six inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 2, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to five violations.

“No proof provided that food employees are informed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Expoships on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tenderloin beef inside the box at 108 f bean sprouts. cook place the beef in the oven and reheat it to 165 f **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
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 - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
64
Aug 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Pasta and shrimp 102f risotto 97 f cooked lamb 100 f all hot food was reheated to over 165 f **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Food preparation, female employee.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Kitchen can open soil. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-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. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
55
Jan 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 10-1-2024
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener.
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
Basic - Food stored on floor. Ice floor walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
61
Sep 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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 - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
82
Mar 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
55
Oct 30, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Expoships last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Expoships on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Expoships?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Expoships.

How does Expoships compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Expoships most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Expoships' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Expoships have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Expoships 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 Expoships inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Expoships is inspected around three times per year on average.