Kava Garden

100 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Other
Last inspected: Jul 22, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Kava Garden, the earliest from 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 22, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Across the inspection history, “manager or person in charge lacking proof” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Among Miami Beach restaurants, the typical score is 69; Kava Garden is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
90
Apr 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
78
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed spoons not inverted at front counter. **Warning**
24-05-4
82
Jun 1, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Jan 13, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kava Garden last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kava Garden on file is from Jul 22, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kava Garden?

Across the inspection record, “manager or person in charge lacking proof” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Kava Garden.

How does Kava Garden compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?

Kava Garden most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Beach average of 69.

Has Kava Garden's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kava Garden have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kava Garden 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 Kava Garden inspected?

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