Lique Miami Restaurant

3957 Ne 163 St, North Miami Beach, FL 33160
Other
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
55
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Lique Miami Restaurant, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 20, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around eight violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “observed oyster tags not maintained”, which has been cited three times.

By comparison, the average North Miami Beach facility scores 72, putting Lique Miami Restaurant on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times due to cups being stored inside. Advised manager and he removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Observed oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Repeat Violation**
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Observed oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Observed raw shrimp thawing in standing water. Located on prep table in kitchen area.
06-01-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized pots stored on floor under dishwasher.
24-07-4
Basic - Straws provided on bar top for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. **Repeat Violation**
25-27-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
55
Nov 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining mussel tags for 90 days.
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed to operator to post.
02A-01-5
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized pots and pans stored on floor in kitchen area.
24-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Observed cases of food stored on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with grease and food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter.
25-27-4
61
Dec 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef being stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Warning**
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
01C-03-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator to print. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezerk. **Warning**
14-69-4
52
Dec 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
52
Mar 7, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak being stored on top of cooked vegetables. Located in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using hand washing sink in bar area as a dump sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
12B-13-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in front of oven/fryer.
29-49-6
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking into plastic container from water heater.
29-11-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
14-05-4
Basic - Clam shells purchased from a supplier reused to serve food. **Repeat Violation**
25-34-4
Basic - Clean pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean and sanitized plastic containers being stored on floor in ware wash area.
24-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food being stored on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
41
Jan 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lique Miami Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lique Miami Restaurant on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lique Miami Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “observed oyster tags not maintained” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lique Miami Restaurant.

How does Lique Miami Restaurant compare to other restaurants in North Miami Beach?

Lique Miami Restaurant most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the North Miami Beach average of 72.

Has Lique Miami Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lique Miami Restaurant have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Lique Miami Restaurant 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 Lique Miami Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lique Miami Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.