Meet Dalia
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
41
Score
Inspectors have visited Meet Dalia 11 times, with records going back to 2022. On Mar 31, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “food stored on floor”, which has been cited five times.
Restaurants in Miami Beach average 69, so Meet Dalia trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked pasta inside WIC.
08A-05-6
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 - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed cook unaware of minimum hot holding temperature.
53B-16-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed noodles inside WIC with no date marked, as per executive chef from previous day.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cook line cutting boards.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil container stored on floor at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside RIC. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed at ware washing area.
16-46-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
41
Feb 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sliced cheese inside RIC.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed old food residue inside HWS.
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil container stored on floor at cook line.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside RIC. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
64
Oct 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided to operator via email.
11-27-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside RIC. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
61
Mar 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
82
Dec 26, 2024
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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 - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs Benedict, steak and eggs, dalia breakfast, and ribeye not linked to advisory on menu. **Repeat Violation**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta, black beans and rice.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxed of chicken not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-47-4
67
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs Benedict, steak and eggs, dalia breakfast, and ribeye not linked to advisory on menu. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-09: **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed yellow cutting board grooved at cookline. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-09: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
86
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs Benedict, steak and eggs, dalia breakfast, and ribeye not linked to advisory on menu. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 via email. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed yellow cutting board grooved at cookline. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
78
Jun 25, 2024
Routine - Food
9 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. **Warning**
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink with bag of thawing chicken inside. Bag of chicken was removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs Benedict, steak and eggs, dalia breakfast, and ribeye not linked to advisory on menu. **Warning**
02B-01-5
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/ **Warning**
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/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at entrance to kitchen and at bar area. **Warning**
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 manager with employee reporting responsibilities agreement via email. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at pizza area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
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. Provided oyster advisory to manager. **Warning**
02A-01-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents soiled at cookline. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on metal containers at warewashing area. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of frying oil stored on dry storage floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cut lettuce not covered while stored at reach-in cooler near Avantco reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature inside hand washing sink at salad area. Bag was removed for proper thawing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed yellow cutting board grooved at cookline. **Warning**
14-09-4
30
Feb 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented cans of tomato sauce on dry storage shelf with food to be served to the public.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in bar area. Educated employee on flies.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook on cook line touched dirty surface no glove change or hand wash to back to working with food. Educated employee.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hans wash sink in dish area used to dump ice and drinks. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand sink in kitchen. Employee refilled soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple foods in walk in cooler no date mark. Employee states all made 2-7. Employee dating foods. **Corrective Action Taken**
02C-02-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven soiled on cook line.
22-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil stored on the floor in the kitchen. Employee moved oil to dry storage shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Dented cans of tomato sauce on dry storage shelf with food to be served to the public.
08B-20-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has black mold like debris.
22-20-5
35
Jun 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
37
Nov 18, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink blocked by a trash can, at end of grill line. Employee removed the trash can **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed diner. End not identify raw meal. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed bottom of prep table next to cooler rusted, **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phones stored above reach in coolers in the line. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil cases stored on the floor at storage area bottom floor. Manager had some one moved . **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels in ready to use containers at storage area. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed towels in use not stored in sanitizer solution, next to food warmer. **Warning**
21-12-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Meet Dalia last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Meet Dalia on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Meet Dalia?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Meet Dalia.
How does Meet Dalia compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Meet Dalia most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Meet Dalia's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Meet Dalia have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Meet Dalia 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 Meet Dalia inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Meet Dalia is inspected around three times per year on average.
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