Garden at the New Hotel
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
32
Score
Public records show five inspections at Garden at the New Hotel stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 24, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to 14 violations.
The pattern that stands out is “interior of oven/microwave has accumulation”, which has been cited three times.
The city-wide average sits at 70, which Garden at the New Hotel's 32 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
5
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw burger patties and raw chicken stored over cheese and ham in single door reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw salmon tartare on menu not identified. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training for Nicolas Rojas hired more than 60 days. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment offers raw salmon tartare with no consumer advisory. Consumer advisory was provided via email. **Warning**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food handlers certificate for Juan Carlos Amarilla expired. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above hand wash sink near dish machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles above cook line soiled with old food debris. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee in kitchen engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights in entrance of kitchen missing light shield. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
32
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose bibb next to office entrance and near restaurant side door missing backflow preventers.
29-34-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in coolers at cook line soiled with old food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights in kitchen and cook line missing shields.
38-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black mold-like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in kitchen near mop sink.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in men's public restroom showing water damage.
36-32-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 82 F on prep table in kitchen.
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.
22-08-4
52
Feb 19, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Poster was provided to operator **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout the kitchen.
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.food debris inside oven.
22-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler soiled.
22-16-4
78
Nov 8, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quat test kit already expired.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink located underneath the rolling service window.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks not secured inside the kitchen area.
51-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of grease underneath equipments.
36-73-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
05-09-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leak from the faucet at the front 3 compartment sink.
29-11-4
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Garden at the New Hotel last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Garden at the New Hotel on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Garden at the New Hotel?
Across the inspection record, “interior of oven/microwave has accumulation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Garden at the New Hotel.
How does Garden at the New Hotel compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Garden at the New Hotel most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 70.
Has Garden at the New Hotel's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Garden at the New Hotel have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Garden at the New Hotel 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 Garden at the New Hotel inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Garden at the New Hotel is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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