Nikki Tatum Bistro
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
70
Score
Across the available record, Nikki Tatum Bistro has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 3, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around six violations to closer to eight violations.
Across the inspection history, “expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Nikki Tatum Bistro scores about where you'd expect for a Miami Beach restaurant. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee was washing hands inside prep sink. Employee was coached and washed his hands inside the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-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. Observed some mold like substance inside ice machine. Employee started cleaning the machine. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-20-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored in between pieces of the reach in cooler.
10-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar area. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dirty shelving underneath prep table.
23-03-4
70
Jul 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touched his cell phone and started working with food without washing his hands. Employee washed his hands after being couched . **Corrected On-Site**
12A-29-4
Intermediate - Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed expired term kits ( quat and chlorine) . **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed empty sanitizer bucket inside one of the hand sink . Employee moved it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical product ( degreaser as per employee ) inside spray bottle with no label. Employee labeled the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed excessive ice build up inside reach in freezer used to store ice cream .
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons and utensils inside standing water.
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave/ hot box has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of old food debris inside hot box cabinet.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing sign at the bar hand sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed disposable cups and containers boxes on the floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed storage for chemicals and disposable utensils is disorganized.
33-34-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen chicken breast thawing at room temperature. Employee placed them under cold running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel left on prep table. Employee moved it to the sanitizing solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
43
Feb 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed breakfast potatoes left next to the flat top for approximately 40 minutes . Employee sent it to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw burger patty above raw salmon inside reach in cooler. Employee inverted them. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.Observed expired chlorine test kit .
16-37-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer container inside one of the hand sink. Employee moved it out. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with chemical product without label. As per employee chlorine sanitizer. Employee labeled the spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed uncovered container with French fries inside reach in freezer.
08B-12-5
52
Sep 27, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets in poor repair. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar with no label. Employee labeled the container.
02D-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed excessive accumulation of ice buildup up inside reach in freezers.
14-69-4
82
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed fresh garlic in oil at 72 F leaf above the counter for approximately 2 hrs. Employee placed the garlic oil inside ice bath to cold down the temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork stored inside a carry out plastic market bag . Chef replaced the bag immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quat test expired 2022.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing certificates for James and Jefferson working in the establishment for more than 2 months.
53B-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler 4 with gaskets in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed some cracked tiles by the Warewashing area.
36-17-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. chef discarded the broken food container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed food inside plastic container not identified by the common name. As per chef, the product is seasoning salt . Employee labeled the food container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
47
Nov 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed cooked chicken breast stored under hamburger patties ( not all commercially packaged). Employee changed it immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked food container. Employee discarded it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed some mold like substance on reach in freezer gaskets.
23-03-4
Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed chest reach in freezer gaskets in disrepair.
14-11-5
74
Jun 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
64
Oct 31, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes at 58 F left next to the fryer for approximately 35 minutes as per employee. Employee moved them to the reach in cooler immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee started washing hands at the 3 compartment sink , but he was coached and rewashed his hands correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed old debris on can opener. Employee washed it. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven handle. Employee placed them in hot water. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container used to dispense flour. Chef discarded the container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed excessive accumulation of ice buildup inside the reach in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Chef placed the chain around them . **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nikki Tatum Bistro last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nikki Tatum Bistro on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nikki Tatum Bistro?
Across the inspection record, “expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Nikki Tatum Bistro.
How does Nikki Tatum Bistro compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Nikki Tatum Bistro most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Nikki Tatum Bistro's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Nikki Tatum Bistro have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Nikki Tatum Bistro 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 Nikki Tatum Bistro inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Nikki Tatum Bistro is inspected around two times per year on average.
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