Playpen
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
86
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Playpen, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 6, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.
Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dust on dry food shelf.
22-02-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
86
Oct 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs in reach in stored above cooked chicken. Operator placed on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dust accumulation on dry dish rack.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed sprat bottle at mop sink; no label.
41-17-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed at time of inspection; plug missing.
33-11-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no cover; women's restroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed open at time of inspection.
33-16-4
61
Apr 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed lasagna date marked on 4/09/2025 stop sale was issued.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed lasagna date marked on 4/09/2025 stop sale was issued.
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic container stored inside the hand wash sink in the kitchen.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
58
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per employee over 24 hrs ago.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table.
21-12-4
82
Apr 18, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed a small metal box with money stored above foodi side the reach in cooler.
08B-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cheese in the reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed foods inside the reach in cooler not date marked. **Repeat Violation**
02C-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed microwave interior rusted.
14-11-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed an old label ( riced date marked 3/7) stuck to food container with rice and beans inside the reach in cooler.
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw chicken inside the reach in cooler not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a bag of beef stored outside in the 3 compartment sink, the person in charge did not know at what time food was placed outside.
06-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.observed mop inside the bucket. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
45
Jan 12, 2024
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled, mold like substance.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test provided. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
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. Form was not signed by employees.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta not date marked inside the reach in cooler.As per employee it was cooked on Monday.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at the woman's bathroom was shut off.
27-16-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled with food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at the kitchen area.
23-03-4
Basic - Soda nozzle dispenser not cleaned at least once every 24 hours. Observed soda nozzle soiled with mold like substance at the bar.
22-13-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop inside the bucket.
42-01-4
50
Feb 21, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw hamburgers stored over chicken tenders at reach in freezer. Operator relocated the products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water at 79°F at men and women bathroom located in front of the bar area.
27-16-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Playpen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Playpen on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Playpen?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Playpen.
How does Playpen compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Playpen most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Playpen's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Playpen have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Playpen 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 Playpen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Playpen is inspected around two times per year on average.
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