Island Grille

5500 Island Boulevard, Aventura, FL 33160

American

Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Island Grille stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 13, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “equipment in poor repair”, which has been cited four times.

The city-wide average for Aventura sits at 76, putting Island Grille on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 13, 2026

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

51-11-4

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Chef removed from packaging.

06-09-1

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**

14-11-5

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-33-4

Nov 7, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Clean plastic containers, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Chef inverted. **Corrected On-Site**

24-05-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.

14-11-5

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Chef instructed employee to discard all crack containers. **Corrected On-Site**

14-38-4

Mar 31, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils stored inside handwashing sink. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Manager provided work order awaiting delivery and installment of new gaskets. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

14-11-5

Oct 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils stored in hand washing sink. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chef discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.

14-12-4

Mar 20, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Aug 31, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Dec 5, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pot being stored in hand washing sink. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket of bucket being filled from hand washing sink.

31A-11-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed seaweed thawing at room temperature. Located on prep table.

06-01-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Located in bar area.

51-11-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.

14-11-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of sodas being stored on floor in dry storage area. Chef instructed employee to move to shelf. **Corrective Action Taken**

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter in reach of customers. Chef discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

25-27-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Island Grille last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Island Grille on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Island Grille?

Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Island Grille.

How does Island Grille compare to other restaurants in Aventura?

Island Grille most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Aventura average of 76.

Has Island Grille's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Island Grille have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Island Grille 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 Island Grille inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Island Grille is inspected around two times per year on average.

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