Locust
Last inspected: Dec 29, 2025
50
Score
Going back to 2022, Locust has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Dec 29, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around 10 violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled”, showing up six times.
Restaurants in Miami Beach average 69, so Locust trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 29, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed old food residue inside HWS.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-07-6
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. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers on floor at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
50
Oct 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs (57F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per person in charge for approximately 2 hours prior.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
12A-02-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
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. **Repeat Violation**
53B-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers on floor at kitchen.
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall.
36-24-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
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Jun 12, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment serves ceviche and burgers not linked to consumer advisory. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Admin Complaint**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed equipment door soiled at reach in coolers. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and tile soiled throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled throughout kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed throughout the reach in coolers. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
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Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment serves ceviche and burgers not linked to consumer advisory.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at Handsink across from reach in cooler at kitchen.
31B-02-4
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.
53B-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed equipment door soiled at reach in coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees engaging without hairnet.
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled throughout kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed throughout the reach in coolers.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout the kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and tile soiled throughout the kitchen.
36-34-5
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Oct 24, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in the back room next to the restroom.
01B-07-4
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 the dishwasher machine at the bar uses chlorine as sanitizer at 0.00 poms. The manager changed the empty container with a full container and the chlorine sanitizer ppms is now 100. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a strainer in the sink at the bar. The bar tender removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Ceviche on the menu not identified as raw. The manager put an asterisk next to it on all the menus.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed at the bar and kitchen.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in the back room next to the restroom.
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at the bar.
51-11-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed white fish still in the vacuum at an internal temperature of 36°F. The cook cut open the corners. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The manager removed the towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed two with holes and cracks and one missing. **Repeat Violation**
38-01-4
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May 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 10 bags of mahi-mahi fully thawed not removed from reduced oxygen packaging at reach-in cooler near entrance to kitchen.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine or quaternary test strips.
16-37-1
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 10 bags of mahi-mahi fully thawed not removed from reduced oxygen packaging at reach-cooler near entrance to kitchen.
06-09-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at both flip top units at preparation area.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket and door in disrepair at fryers area.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed sack of onion stored on floor at small room where the chest reach-in freezers are.
08B-38-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield damaged next to dish machine. **Repeat Violation**
38-01-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach-in units near ice machine.
05-09-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach-in cooler in front of ice machine and at glass door reach-in cooler on entrance to kitchen.
29-49-6
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Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
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.
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. Provided manager with employee reporting responsibilities agreement, staff started signing form during inspection.
11-26-1
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield damaged (2) next to dish machine. **Repeat Violation**
38-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach-in cooler at three compartment sink area.
23-03-4
Basic - Observed ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed fries, beef, and chicken wings not protected while in storage at reach-in cooler at cook line.
08B-12-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
58
Dec 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed salmon thawed in reduced oxygen pack at reach in cooler .
03G-04-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed storage racks rusted next to reach in cooler #3
22-31-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled in all reach in coolers in the kitchen area.
22-02-4
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed wood not sealed used to cover floor in prep area.
14-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen area
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates stored not inverted in reach in cooler #3 grill area.
24-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All cutting boards in grill line and reach in coolers.
14-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatulas and scoops stored in 84°F standing water next to mash potatoes warmer. Mananger removed them . **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Observed light shield damaged (2) next to dish machine.
38-01-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Next to dish washing area.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. At grill area by microwave
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed a wet mop not stored to air dry, at mop sink area. Manager set mop to air dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sauces ready to use in containers not labeled at reach in cooler #2
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Locust last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Locust on file is from Dec 29, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Locust?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Locust.
How does Locust compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Locust most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Locust's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Locust have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Locust 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 Locust inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Locust is inspected around three times per year on average.
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