Pao

3201 Collins Avenue, Miami, FL 33140

Asian / Fusion

Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Pao has eight inspections in the public record. Pao was last inspected on Feb 27, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

“Clean glasses” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 27, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed some items as tuna, salmon , caviar not identified on the menu. Operator started printing the new menu immediately. **Corrective Action Taken**

02B-01-5

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed old debris inside oven. Employees started sanitizing clean it immediately. **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

Oct 15, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed some pots not inverted on shelving. Person in charge inverted them.

24-05-4

Feb 24, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Oct 3, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Missing label for plastic spray bottle with chemical product . Bottle with labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing thermometer in the reach in cooler at the coffee station. Person in charge placed one inside . **Corrected On-Site**

05-09-4

Apr 5, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Nov 16, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation**

01C-03-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like substance on the reach in cooler gaskets ( coffee station ).

23-03-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing at the coffee station cooler.

05-09-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed some clean containers with old labels on them.

16-46-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Jun 8, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Dec 6, 2022

Routine - Food

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. Oyster tags.

01C-05-4

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. No dates on oyster tags.

01C-03-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar station. Paper was restocked. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and pans with food contact surface up. **Repeat Violation**

24-05-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels in clean containers.

16-46-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pao last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pao on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pao?

Across the inspection record, “clean glasses” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pao.

How does Pao compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Pao most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Pao's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pao have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pao 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 Pao inspected?

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

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