Homewood Suites Miami Downtown Brickell
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
95
Score
Across the available record, Homewood Suites Miami Downtown Brickell has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Homewood Suites Miami Downtown Brickell was last inspected on Mar 13, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around five violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed dry storage area with no drop down ceiling. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-13: Observed dry storage area with no drop down ceiling. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
95
Feb 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) next to 3CS. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed staff not knowing chlorine concentration. Coached staff on correct procedure. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-16-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine and quaternary test strips available. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS next to 3CS. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of coffee and tea stored on floor at dry storage area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside RIC next to HWS. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bathroom used by staff at laundry room. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot water handle in disrepair at HWS next to 3CS. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed dry storage area with no drop down ceiling. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-37-5
47
Oct 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-31: Observed hand wash sink without paper towels. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO tank not secured at kitchen entrance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-31: Observed CO tank not secured at kitchen entrance. **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed dry storage area with no drop down ceiling. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-31: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed kitchen ac soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-31: Observed vents in kitchen area soiled **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-31: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
74
Oct 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed apples not wrapped and set for customer consumption. **Warning**
08B-02-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishmachine with a chlorine concentration of 0 ppm next 3CS. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager not knowing how to calibrate a thermometer using the cold method. **Warning**
53A-10-4
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed staff not knowing the correct concentration of chlorine at 3CS. **Warning**
53B-16-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink with flat boxes on it at kitchen area. Boxes were removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at kitchen. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed plastic spray bottle with no common name at dining area. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO tank not secured at kitchen entrance. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed dry storage area with no drop down ceiling. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed kitchen ac soiled. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed three compartment sink setup not in correct order. Coached manager on correct procedure. **Warning**
16-13-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice at ice machine. **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed at spoons on preparation table at kitchen entrance. **Warning**
24-18-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe under hand washing sink at kitchen area. **Warning**
29-11-4
27
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), GM reset dishwasher final reading Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
86
Jul 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Mar 12, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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. Provided to operator. Food employees signed at the time if the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
61
Sep 18, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled. Observed interior of ice machine soiled. At the time of the inspection employee cleaned and sanitized surface. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At the time of the inspection employee removed items blocking hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towel at hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
74
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink next to three compartment.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand sink next to three compartment sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
21-38-4
78
Jul 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Homewood Suites Miami Downtown Brickell last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Homewood Suites Miami Downtown Brickell on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Homewood Suites Miami Downtown Brickell?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Homewood Suites Miami Downtown Brickell.
How does Homewood Suites Miami Downtown Brickell compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Homewood Suites Miami Downtown Brickell most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Homewood Suites Miami Downtown Brickell's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Homewood Suites Miami Downtown Brickell have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Homewood Suites Miami Downtown Brickell means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Homewood Suites Miami Downtown Brickell inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Homewood Suites Miami Downtown Brickell is inspected around three times per year on average.
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